AgVic Talk

Navigating a challenging season with dairy farmer Will McDonald


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When two dry seasons hit hard, Bessiebelle dairy farmer Will McDonald

faced a make-or-break decision: spend half a million dollars on fodder or
rethink his entire approach. In this episode, Will shares how buying extra land
transformed his business, secured feed, and even solved staffing challenges.
Tune in for practical tips on planning ahead, building resilience, and why
acting early can save more than just money.

The Farm Business Resilience Program is jointly funded through the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Victorian Government’s Future Agriculture Skills Capacity Fund.

  • Access ⁠⁠Farm Business Resilience Program⁠⁠ resources and courses
  • Access Information on the ⁠⁠direct support to help farmers and communities⁠⁠ across Victoria impacted by drought
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