Farmers in the Gunnedah district can find out what drought support is on offer at a NSW Farmers meeting this week.
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They can meet with NSW Farmers president James Jackson and Rural Financial Counselling Service Farm Liaison Officer Jennifer Jeffrey who will provide up-to-date information and answer questions.
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Mr Jackson said the recent state budget included an extension of the transport subsidies for stock, fodder and water and the waiving Local Land Services rates and fixed water charges.
"The state government has also recognised the mental health impact of this crippling drought and responded to our advice by investing more in farm-gate counselling services," he said.
"There are also a range of no interest or low interest loan measures such as the Drought Assistance Fund or the Farm Innovation Fund that may help farmers invest in drought-proofing strategies."
Ms Jeffrey's role is to connect farmers and farming communities with government and non-government service providers so they can access helpful services and programs.
She also passes information directly to the Department of Agriculture and Water to help staff identify gaps in support, the impact of programs, and inform future programs.
The meeting will be hosted by the Gunnedah branch of the NSW Farmers at 6pm on Thursday, July 4 at the Gunnedah Services and Bowling Club.
At the meeting, the branch will also nominate delegates for the upcoming NSW Farmers Annual Conference.
- For more information on the drought support options session, contact NSW Farmers' regional services manager Mick Collins on 0439 958 163.