Staffing during droughts (03/24)

Retaining a skilled workforce is critical to ensuring the sustainability of rural communities.

During drought, families often have no other option other than to relocate to other areas to seek employment which can lead to a skills shortage. The retraction of staff during periods of drought can have a significant impact on farm businesses particularly after the drought has broken and businesses enter the recovery phase.

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Drought Research Reports

Diversification To Add Resilience (05/24)

Branching out - tips for additional revenue streams on farm

Resilient Communities In Dry Times (05/24)

Resilience is seen as a buzzword of disaster responses. For some, “building resilience” is seen as an excuse for governments to opt out of providing support during dry times or following disruptions such as fire or flood.

Long-Term Livestock Feed Storage (04/24)

Livestock feed prices usually follow the laws of supply and demand with costs for both the feed and transport spiking as demand rises.

Staffing during droughts (03/24)

Retaining a skilled workforce is critical to ensuring the sustainability of rural communities.

Annual Reviews

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