Will a Drought Response Taskforce make a difference for struggling farmers?
The Victorian State Government has announced a Drought Response Taskforce to "sit and listen" to what aid farmers need, in addition to extra funding and a pausing of the emergency services levy for drought-impacted local government areas.
Brett Hosking, President of the Victorian Farmers Federation and a member of the newly formed Drought Response Taskforce, joined Mary Gearin on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive to discuss how the taskforce will ensure help is delivered to farmers.
Then, hear the reaction from Sheep and Cattle Farmer in Beeac Tom Alston, who is experiencing hardship as a result of the drought conditions.
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