As south west Victorians continue to deal with drought conditions, the National Centre for Farmer Health has bolstered its operations to support those struggling
The National Centre for Farmer Health (NCFH) has officially opened its brand-new premises in Hamilton, Victoria.
Established in 2009, the NCFH has been a national leader in efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of farmers and their communities.
Its new site sits within a major agricultural centre and reinforces the NCFH’s role as a vital resource for the health, wellbeing and safety of farmers, farm workers and their families.
As south west Victoria continues to experience drought conditions, NCFH has been working with Agriculture Victoria to support those farmers struggling.
“Congratulations to the NCFH team who continue to work tirelessly to improve the health of our farmers and their communities,” Victorian parliamentary secretary for regional development Michaela Settle says.
“I encourage farmers experiencing the impacts of drought to use the NCFH and the other services being delivered as part of the Drought Support Package.”
Victoria will direct $1.43 million from its drought support package towards farmer wellbeing, technical decision-making advice and a dedicated regional drought coordinator to ensure support is reaching those who need it.
The package is also providing farmers with access to free one-on-one advice from specialist farm advisors, to take stock and discuss the best way forward for their businesses in the current season.
More than $12 million in On-Farm Drought Infrastructure grants is also available for farmers to make upgrades to equip their businesses to better withstand the current drought and future dry seasonal conditions.
To learn more about the National Centre for Farmer Health visit farmerhealth.org.au.
