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Farmers experiencing hardship may qualify for concessional RIC loans to support cash flow and long‑term resilience. The RIC Drought Loan funds activities such as: 💧 water efficiency, 🌾 feed reserves, 📄 bills, 🚚 fodder/water cartage and 🌱 restocking. With over $349 million for new loan funding available for the 2026 financial year, RIC loans can save farmers thousands and provide the breathing space to recover and plan ahead.