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Drought Transport Fund provides up to $20,000 in low interest loans, with a two-year interest and repayment free period - April 2018
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Minister directs new approach to breeders and pet shops

The NSW Government today announced that it will start again on the development of new draft welfare standards and guidelines (S&G’s) for pet shops and breeders of cats and dogs.

DBA Bindaroi durum wheat shines - superior yields, high grain quality and improved crown rot tolerance
DBA Bindaroi durum wheat shines - superior yields, high grain quality and improved crown rot tolerance

DBA Bindaroi durum wheat shines

The DBA Bindaroi durum wheat variety recently released by the NSW DPI has delivered superior yields, high quality and very low incidences of disease despite tough seasonal conditions last year.

Help guide the future of NSW's recreational trout fishery

Register to attend a NSW Trout Strategy workshop in May at Armidale, Bathurst or Jindabyne by 27 April.

March State Seasonal Update released

Farmers throughout the State are weighing decisions on whether to sow winter crops and how to manage livestock as dry conditions have continued across New South Wales throughout March.

NSW Drought Transport Fund

Low-interest loans of up to $20,000 to cover 100% of costs (GST exclusive) to transport stock, fodder, or water to/from drought affected properties. The first two years of a 7 year loan are interest and repayment free.

Innovative shark bather protection funding available

The world’s best and brightest are being encouraged to apply for funding to develop innovative projects to help protect beachgoers from shark interactions.

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