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Farmers across Mitchell urged to apply for drought support

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Jun 9, 2025

Mitchell Shire Council is encouraging primary producers to apply for the Victorian Government’s expanded On-Farm Drought Infrastrucure grants.

Council is urging farmers across the Mitchell Shire to make use of the Victorian Government’s expanded On-Farm Drought Infrastructure grants.

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The grant program, now accessible to eligible primary producers across Victoria, offers funding of up to $5000 on a dollar-for-dollar contribution basis.

The funds are set to go towards supporting practical on-farm infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing drought preparedness and resilience.

What the grant program will support

Upgrading stock containment areas
Installing reticulated water systems
Improving irrigation
Increasing fodder and grain storage
Re-fencing paddocks for better land management
Enhancing feed systems

To access the grant, applicants must contribute an amount equal to or greater than the funding received.

Mitchell Shire Council encourages eligible farmers to express their interest in the grants with Rural Finance by emailing admin@ruralfinance.com.au

Council emphasises the importance of swift action by eligible producers, as grant assessments are conducted in order of application.

The Victorian Government is also providing mental health and wellbeing support for farmers and their families.

The Look Over the Farm Gate program offers statewide mental health and wellbeing grants to help communities come together and support those under stress.

For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/473scdk6