Payments of up to $3,000 will continue to be available to drought-hit farming families throughout Christmas and the New Year.
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States need to step up on drought
Minister for Drought David Littleproud is calling on all states to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with their farmers and regional communities, who have been facing the worst drought on record.
Artificial intelligence to help weed out pests
The development of an artificially intelligent weapon to help in the fight against Australia’s $5 billion weed scourge will receive $1.97 million in Liberal and Nationals Government backing.
Extra energy savings for drought-affected small businesses
Farms and small businesses in drought affected areas will receive much needed Government support to reduce their energy costs and improve energy efficiency as part of the Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP).
Keeping farm businesses viable through drought
Concessional drought loans offering two years with no interest or repayments are now available with the Regional Investment Corporation taking our drought commitment to over $8 billion dollars.
Smart Farms Small Grants support big ideas
Farmers with clever, sustainable agriculture ideas can turn them into reality by applying for grants of up to $50,000 under Round three of the Smart Farms Small Grants program.
Coles kicks off drought appeal with $1M
Coles will donate $1 million to drought-affected farmers to kick off a national fundraising campaign at more than 1500 supermarkets & Liquorland stores.
More than $100 million in flood assistance delivered to Northern Queensland
More than $100 million in assistance has been paid to flood-affected farmers, small businesses and non-profit organisations in Northern Queensland after the Monsoon and floods in January 2019.