Queensland primary producers will have extra time to lodge drought assistance claims and are being urged to apply electronically due to the impact of COVID-19 on claim processing times.
Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner reassured Queensland primary producers that drought support and assistance will continue during these unprecedented times.
"COVID-19 is having an extraordinary impact on our community and economy, and as we respond to these challenges, I want to emphasise that the delivery of drought assistance is considered a critical service in our COVID-19 response," Mr Furner said.
"I strongly encourage you to apply for drought assistance electronically as there most likely will be significant delays in postal claims and it will make it easier to distribute claims to our staff working from home for processing.
