Multi-million-dollar fund for SA farming help not used for a decade (opens original article in a new tab)

A South Australian government fund of $28 million for rural industries has remained unused for a decade despite ongoing challenges in the wine industry and drought conditions.

• South Australian government fund of $28 million for rural industries has remained unused for a decade.
• The fund, established in 1985, can be used for farm development, changes in farming methods, or projects benefiting farmers.
• Growers in Riverland region say the fund could help address crisis due to drought and poor wine market conditions.