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PIRSA have developed a dry times website with key information and links to documents with a range of information on livestock and crop management options and strategies, tools, information, and advice that is available, support services, and key contacts here.

The Council of RDCs and the RDC community have also prepared support information for the agricultural sector during the drought here.

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) have resources available here.

The PIRSA led FaBS program runs state wide, with mentors located in every region.

Find the FaBS mentor in your area and get help living with drought. Read more.

Rural Business Support (RBS) is an organisation committed to building a profitable, sustainable and resilient rural sector by supporting businesses, farmers, landowners and communities in rural and regional South Australia and the Northern Territory.

Visit the RBS website for more information: www.ruralbusinesssupport.org.au

ifarmwell is a free online tool kit to help farmers cope effectively with life’s challenges and get the most out of every day, regardless of the circumstances they face.

ifarmwell has been designed based on what Australian farmers have said they want and what research shows will help.

Our mission is to equip farmers with new tools that reduce the negative impact that stressful situations have on their lives, so they have more time and energy to focus on the things that make them happy.

Visit the ifarmwell website for more information: www.ifarmwell.com.au

Your health is of prime importance and assistance can be found through the following:

• Lifeline Australia 13 11 14 and www.lifeline.org.au
• Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 and www.beyondblue.org.au
• Aussie Helpers 0488 807 266 www.aussiehelpers.org.au
• The Ripple Effect www.therippleeffect.com.au
• Rural Aid www.ruralaid.org.au

There is a range of support services at both federal and state/territory levels. The links are:

• Centrelink – farm household allowance
• Rural Financial Counselling Service or call 1800 836 211
• Regional Investment Corporate
  

Information on livestock management in dry seasonal conditions:

• SA Livestock Consultants
• Livestock and animal management - PIRSA
• Meat & Livestock Australia
• Australian Wool Innovation