AgForce demands more drought policy reform details [1]

Weatherzone, By Chrissy Arthur and Amy McCosker, 05/06/2013

Rural lobby group AgForce says the Federal Government's drought policy reforms need to be finalised quickly, with one-third of Queensland now in drought. All states and territories are signatories to the agreement, which includes farm household support payments and taxation measures.

AgForce general president Ian Burnett says assistance needs to be more than just helping producers prepare for drought.

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