The Victorian Government is providing more than $146.5 million in direct support to help farmers and communities across Victoria impacted by drought.
What’s available
- Grants up to $5,000 (ex-GST) are available for on-farm improvements and other business activities to help manage drought. An additional $5,000 (ex-GST) top-up in 12 local council areas, including parts of West Wimmera, where drought has hit hardest, bringing the total amount for farmers in these locations to $10,000 (ex-GST).
- Household Financial Relief payments up to $1,000 to eligible farming families and those working on farms affected by drought conditions in southwest Victoria to assist with household expenses.
- Farm management advice and planning help is…