Drought support
Drought statement from the Minister
You can include this drought statement from the Minister ( ) to support any applications regarding financial hardship due to drought.
Drought support programs
For information on support programs available from the Australian Government, see Drought, disaster and rural support.
Support programs available from the Government of South Australia are listed below – the tile will direct you to the relevant agency's webpage.
Connecting Communities Events Grant
Grants to host events that foster social connections and provide support during times of drought and adversity.
Drought Mental Health Support
This program delivered by SA Health will focus on supporting individuals and strengthening families and communities, reinforcing the community connections that are vital to positive mental health and wellbeing and resilience.
Drought wellbeing support
This includes online tools, one to one support, local services, mentoring, community activities, grants and practical business support to help people stay connected and informed.
Emergency Services Levy Rebate
Primary producers receiving the Commonwealth Farm Household Allowance (FHA) can apply for the 2025–26 Emergency Services Levy Rebate. Go to RevenueSA website.
Family and Business Mentors (FaBs)
PIRSA's FaB Mentors are available to help primary producers navigate challenging times. This is a free service in South Australia, identifying assistance specific to your situation.
Feral rabbit control
Program to reduce wild rabbit populations that graze on vegetation, crops, and pastures.
On-farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme
Rebates for primary producers who implement infrastructure projects that assist with managing current drought conditions and strengthen preparedness for future droughts.
Reducing grazing pressure through kangaroo management
A program to reduce the currently high kangaroo numbers which can severely impact crops, pastures, and native vegetation.
Rural Financial Counselling Support
Additional funding has been allocated to the Rural Financial Counselling Service to support drought-affected primary producers. Go to the Rural Business Support website.
Rural Support Grant
Grants providing up to $1,500 in financial assistance to eligible SA primary producers and rural small business owners experiencing significant financial hardship. Go to the Rural Business Support website.
South Australia Drought Loan Scheme
Low interest loans for drought affected grain and livestock farmers.
Small business support
The Department of State Development is finalising initiatives including financial counselling support and small business fundamentals programs – information available soon.
Technical advisory telephone service
Primary producers who have been impacted by drought can phone for free technical advice from experts on livestock management, agronomy and soil management.
