While some farmers have already faced up to yet another disappointing year for cropping, those who are hanging on are desperately hoping for anything near a decent fall this weekend.

Without it, their season too will be gone, but with it comes the promise of a bit more time for their crops.

Our farming sector is resilient and full of promise, and one only has to look at communities like Elmore for an example of can do community where commitment, community spirit and passion makes a difference.

On the eve of this year’s Elmore field days, it is appropriate then that the subject of climate change and how farming adapts to climate change is to be a major focus.

The perilous nature of farming mirrors last year’s dry finish after such a positive start, and underlines the need for adequate support measures for the agricultural sector which is so vital to the regional economy.

As the nature of our changing climate continues to exert its influence over the world, the one thing that can be guaranteed is uncertainty. But the one thing communities in the country need in all this is some certainty, and if the weather cannot provide it, then governments state and federal must.

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