VFF and Nutrien Ag Solutions team-up to help drought-hit Victorian farmers
The new Nutrien Ag Solutions funded initiative is dubbed the Victorian Drought Support Program and will support the VFF to employ a dedicated Drought Support Advisor to help farmers to access existing drought support grants, coordinate well-being events and act as a critical link between farmers and decision makers to identify potential gaps in drought support.
VFF President Brett Hosking said the initiative aims to act as a ‘one-stop-shop’ for farmers seeking drought assistance and to identify future areas of support to lend farmers a helping hand.
“Farmers in every corner of Victoria are telling us they need a central point they can contact when it comes to drought assistance and the issues they’re facing and thanks must go to Nutrien Ag Solutions for helping us to make that happen.”
“Farmers can directly contact the VFF’s Drought Support Advisor, Kim Tupper, who will help streamline individual drought applications, connect farmers with financial counsellors and mental heath services, and provide risk management support.
“We know the impact of this drought is far-reaching and will linger for years. It’s so important we have a resource on the ground listening to farmers every day and feeding that back, so we can direct support to where it’s needed and most effective,” Mr Hosking said.
David Wood, General Manager- Western Victoria, Nutrien Ag Solutions said “our business is built around supporting Australian farmers, and we know how tough it’s been this season across Victoria.”
“By partnering with the VFF, we’re investing in meaningful, practical support that will make a real difference in helping farmers navigate the challenges they’re facing today, and building resilience for tomorrow.”
Farmer feedback received from the initiative will be used to help guide decision making regarding further drought support administered by the VFF’s Disaster Relief Fund.
More information, including drought assistance resources and how to contact the Drought Support Advisor can be found on the VFF website.
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