Support for growers

Support services

See the support services we have available.

Find out about owner reimbursement costs – Plant Health Australia

For further information, please email us: pirsa.compensationapplications@sa.gov.au

Displaced workers seeking employment assistance can directly contact:

Michelle Scanlan – Australian Government Local Jobs Program, Adelaide North Support Officer
Phone: 0488 374 234
Email: michelle.scanlan@employmentfacilitator.com.au

Industry liaison support

For the ToBRFV response, contact:

Jordan Brooke-Barnett – Industry Liaison Officer
Phone: 0404 772 308

You can also contact our recovery team:

Recovery Hotline: 1800 931 314
Email: PIRSA.Recovery@sa.gov.au

FaB Mentors

If you are concerned about the possible impact of the ToBRFV outbreak on you or your business, contact PIRSA’s Family and Business (FaB) Mentors for free support. They are independent, confidential, and experienced in dealing with difficult situations.

Rural Business Support

Financial counsellors can help you and your family work through your financial situation and connect you with available financial support. Eligibility criteria may apply.

Financial counsellors are available Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Phone: 1800 836 211

Crop advice

Growers impacted by ToBRFV who would like to explore possible crop diversification options are encouraged to contact:

Shafiya Hussein – Senior Industry Adviser
Phone: 0448 712 739
Email: shafiya.hussein@sa.gov.au

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