Rudd Government helping farmers deal with climate change

The Rudd Government is continuing to help our primary industries prepare for climate change with applications now open for FarmReady grants to reimburse the cost of training courses.

Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke said those in the farming, fisheries and forestry sectors could now apply to reclaim up to $1,500 per year for attending approved training courses.

The FarmReady funding is available under the Climate Change Adjustment Program, which aims to help primary producers with professional advice, training and re-establishment grants.

It is part of Australia’s Farming Future, the Rudd Government’s key initiative to invest in research and training to help the farming sector to boost productivity and adapt to climate change.