D.STK.2000 - Post bushfire event support 2021
MLA provided support for events post bushfire
| Project start date: | 25 February 2020 |
| Project end date: | 29 June 2021 |
| Publication date: | 15 May 2024 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Grain-fed Cattle, Grass-fed Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Lamb |
| Relevant regions: | National |
Summary
MLA provided support for producers who were badly impacted by the 2022-21 bushfires. The Bushfire Recovery Sponsorship Program provided financial and in-kind support for industry events that increase awareness and adoption of information and resources that will support producers recovering from bushfires. Sponsorship was available for up to $2,500 per event. Sponsorship was open for events held until June 30 2020.
Objectives
Support producers to host events so producers can easily find and access information to ensure a speedy recovery from the bushfire impact.
Key findings
Event organisers and attendees were grateful for MLA support and for information provided. MLA has made the information available on the MLA website Bushfire Hub: https://www.mla.com.au/research-and-development/dealing-with-natural-disasters/bushfire-recovery/bushfire-hub/
Benefits to industry
Producers were able to utilise best practice information to guide them for a speedy recovery post bushfire.
MLA action
MLA has created a suite of materials for producers to be prepared for future bushfires to minimise risks and tips for speedy recovery. Bushfire hub now available on the MLA website
More information
| Project manager: | Majella Fernando |
| Contact email: | reports@mla.com.au |
