We are working closely with the Southern and Northern Drought and Innovation Hubs and the Federal Government to deliver the following projects across NSW.

• Adoption officers: Local Land Services will receive $1 million in funding over the 2022-23 and 2023-24 financial years to employ an additional four extension officers who will assist in delivering drought planning and preparedness across the state.
• Saving our soils (stock management areas): Local Land Services will lead the saving our soils project over two years. This $1 million project is a partnership with six farming system groups and the Soil Knowledge Network. The project will deliver demonstration sites, case studies, workshops and follow-up design support for producers to establish stock management areas.
• Soil extension funding: LLS also received $750,000 in investment from the Australian government for three projects that will provide soil testing and soil health extension services across five Local Land Service regions.

How can I prepare for drought?

Drought is a risk that needs to be managed, just like any other business risk. The following resources are aimed at helping producers plan and prepare for drought.

Find out more about these initiatives.

CONTACT YOUR REGION FOR DROUGHT SUPPORT

Contact your local office and extension staff for advice on preparing, managing and recovering from drought:

• Central Tablelands
• Central West
• Greater Sydney
• Hunter
• Murray
• North Coast
• North West
• Northern Tablelands
• Riverina
• South East
• Western.

If you’re unsure which region you’re in, you can look it up using our regional map.