Climate change will increase the frequency, severity and duration of drought in south-west Victoria. In response, investigations were undertaken into Natural Resource Preparedness to Improve Drought Resilience in the Great South Coast and Barwon Regions, and this report presents the key findings and recommendations.

The aim of this project is to better understand where to build the preparedness and resilience of natural resources (soil, water, and biodiversity) in the Great South Coast and Barwon regions through proactive, ongoing management of areas at high risk from drought or dry conditions. This approach seeks to protect the environment, sustain farm productivity, and prepare the landscape for a changing climate.

The initiative delivers on one of four key activity areas in the Regional Drought Resilience Implementation Plan for both regions and is being led by Food and Fibre Great South Coast (FFGSC).

This project of the Regional Drought Resilience Planning program received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Victorian Government.

Climate change will increase the frequency, severity and duration of drought in south-west Victoria. In response investigations were undertaken into Water Preparedness to Improve Drought Resilience in the Great South Coast and Barwon Regions, and this report presents the key findings and recommendations.

This project aims to position the Great South Coast and Barwon regions of south-west Victoria to be better prepared for a future with less water, particularly over the next 10 to 15 years.

The initiative delivers on one of four key activity areas in the Regional Drought Resilience Implementation Plan for both regions, and is being led by Food and Fibre Great South Coast (FFGSC).

The findings of extensive engagement with farmers and irrigators, industry groups, government and service providers are included throughout the report, which complements significant desktop review, data analysis and modelling.

This project of the Regional Drought Resilience Planning program received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Victorian Government.

Food & Fibre Great South Coast (FFGSC) serves as a

leading representative body for food and fibre production

businesses in the vibrant South West Victoria region. We

are dedicated to enhancing the value of regional food and

fibre production, promoting sustainability, and reinforcing

the prosperity and resilience of our local communities.