NSW Emergency Drought Relief Package 2019-20

On 11 June 2019 the NSW Government announced additional drought assistance measures for farmers including a $350 million increase in the Farm Innovation Fund and $70 million to continue rebates on the Drought Transport Subsidy.

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Farm Innovation Fund

Low interest loans for permanent on-farm infrastructure to help prepare for dry conditions, be more resilient and improve on-farm efficiencies.

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Drought Assistance Fund

A 7 year interest free loan to help farmers implement systems and practices to manage and respond to the impacts of drought.

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Seafood Innovation Fund

An incentive-based initiative to assist commercial fishers and aquaculture farmers businesses within New South Wales.

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How the RAA helped Jack prepare his business for challenging conditions

Jack Wright near Cowra talks about the Farm Innovation Fund and how it has improved his enterprise.