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Hay Run Delivers Support and Hope for Kangaroo Island Farmers

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As drought conditions continue to afflict Kangaroo Island farmers, a crucial shipment of hay has arrived, providing a vital lifeline for livestock and a much-needed morale boost for the island's producers. Organized by charity Rural Aid, with funding from the state government's Drought Donated Fodder Transport Assistance Scheme, the hay delivery will benefit 19 farmers, providing over 150 tonnes of feed to support their struggling stock.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Rural Aid charity, in partnership with the state government, has organized a two-phase hay drop to deliver over 200 hay bales to 19 farmers on Kangaroo Island, with the aim of supporting livestock and boosting morale.
  • The state government's Drought Donated Fodder Transport Assistance Scheme covers transport costs for donated fodder, enabling charities to reach drought-affected areas and deliver over 9,800 tonnes of donated hay to over 1,200 farmers across SA.
  • Agriculture Kangaroo Island (AGKI) has worked with local stock agents, vets, and farm business mentors to identify the greatest need on the island, ensuring that the hay drop reaches those who need it most.
  • The delivery is particularly crucial during lambing season, when supplies are strained and little green feed is available, and will provide a vital boost to the island's producers.
  • The hay drop is not only a practical solution but also a symbol of support and goodwill, highlighting the importance of community and government working together to address the challenges faced by rural communities.

Statistics:

  • Over 9,800 tonnes of donated hay have been delivered to over 1,200 farmers across South Australia through the state government's Drought Donated Fodder Transport Assistance Scheme.
  • The hay drop will benefit 19 farmers on Kangaroo Island, providing over 150 tonnes of feed to support their struggling stock.
  • The state government's scheme has enabled charities to reach drought-affected areas and deliver valuable support to rural communities.

Sources:

  • Kiara Stacey, "Hay Run delivers support and hope for Kangaroo Island farmers"
  • Rural Aid
  • South Australian Government: Drought Donated Fodder Transport Assistance Scheme
  • Clare Scriven, Primary Industries Minister
  • John Warlters, Rural Aid CEO
  • Anna Osman, Agriculture Kangaroo Island (AGKI) executive officer

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