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Farming families facing financial hardship may be eligible for the Farm Household Allowance. The allowance is taxable and subject to mutual obligation requirements. Applications are made through Services Australia.

Farm Household Allowance

Agriculture, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au22/04/2025

Farming families facing financial hardship may be eligible for the Farm Household Allowance.

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RDABGLAP attends "Just a Farmer" film screening supporting Rural Mental Health. The event raised nearly $15,000 for the Rural Business Support Relief Fund including wellbeing programs for rural families.

RDABGLAP Attends Just a Farmer Screening Supporting Rural Mental Health

Agriculture, Creative Industry, Events, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au16/04/2025

Just a Farmer raises funds for business support and mental health wellbeing programs for rural families.

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Viterra’s Community Sponsorship Program supports local clubs and community groups by donating 20 cents per tonne of grain delivered on contract — at no cost to the grower.

Viterra Community Sponsorship Program

Agriculture, Business, Investment, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au09/04/2025

Viterra’s Community Sponsorship Program supports local clubs and community groups by donating 20 cents per tonne of grain delivered on contract — at no cost to the grower. To be eligible for funding, clubs and groups must register with Viterra and be approved.

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In 2024, South Australia’s first commercial agave crop was planted in Willunga, and now, Luna Brewing and Distilling is exploring the Barossa as a potential site for small-scale agave cultivation and distillation.

Could Agave Be the Barossa’s Next Crop?

Adelaide Plains, Agriculture, Barossa, Business, Gawler, Light, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au09/04/2025

In 2024, South Australia’s first commercial agave crop was planted in Willunga, and now, Luna Brewing and Distilling is exploring the Barossa as a potential site for small-scale agave cultivation and distillation.

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A person stands in a field with farming machinery behind them.

$55 million Drought Support Package announced

Agriculture, Business, Grants, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au08/04/2025

The State Government of SA announced a further $55 million package of comprehensive assistance to support drought affected farmers and communities.

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Explore change, inclusion and community leadership at a free two-day workshop, May 12 - 13 at The Barossa Cellar, Vine Vale, delivered by the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation with support from the Future Drought Fund. Register close May 11.

Barossa Changemaker Workshop – Face-to-Face Training Opportunity

Adelaide Plains, Agriculture, Barossa, Business, Community, Events, Gawler, Government, Have your say, Light, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au02/04/2025

Explore change, inclusion and community leadership at a free two-day workshop delivered by the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation with support from the Future Drought Fund.

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Small Business & Innovation Forum in Barns Of Freeling

Small Business & Innovation Forum Recap

Adelaide Plains, Agriculture, Barossa, Business, Events, Gawler, Innovation, News, Success StoriesBy Nathan@barossa.org.au18/03/2025

The sold-out forum on March 18 at The Barns of Freeling brought together business leaders to share real strategies for innovation, resilience, and growth across the region.

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The Barossa Next Crop Participants

Barossa’s 2025 Next Crop

Agriculture, Barossa, Events, News, WineBy Nathan@barossa.org.au06/03/2025

Barossa’s 2025 Next Crop program is open for EOIs, offering young viticulturists leadership training to develop business, communication, and industry skills. Apply by 28 March.

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Federation University

Farmers: Have Your Say on Sustainable Agriculture

Agriculture, NewsBy Nathan@barossa.org.au14/02/2025

PhD researcher Bhola Paudel from Federation University Australia is conducting a survey to understand farmers’ perspectives on sustainability, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and smart farming.

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Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus Industry Updates February 13 & 14

Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) Grower Meetings Feb 2025

Adelaide Plains, Agriculture, Events, News, WorkforceBy Nathan@barossa.org.au05/02/2025

PIRSA continues its response to Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV). Growers are invited to meetings on 13 Feb (Virginia) and 14 Feb (Pooraka) for updates and export guidance.

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