Farmers attending the Henty Machinery Field Days from 22-24 September are encouraged to connect with Australian Government specialist lender, RIC (Regional Investment Corporation) to learn more about how low-interest loans can help eligible farm businesses in tough times.
Agri Lending Specialists will be on site to discuss the range of RIC low interest loans available to help eligible farm businesses improve cash flow, manage debt, recover from significant disruptions, and strengthen their long-term viability and productivity.
The RIC team can also answer questions about the AgriStarter Loan to help first farmers and farm businesses undertaking succession arrangements to establish, grow or transition their operations.
RIC Chief Executive Officer, John Howard, said the Henty Field Days provides a valuable opportunity for producers to have practical conversations about the financial support available to strengthen their farm business and manage risk to prepare for future challenges.
"Many producers across Australia continue to navigate challenging seasonal conditions and rising operating costs, making it important to understand what support options may be available and consider them early," Mr Howard said.
"RIC is here to keep viable farmers farming. Whether you're managing the impacts of prolonged dry conditions, preparing for the future, or looking to strengthen your business through challenging periods, our Agri Lending Specialists will be on hand to discuss individual circumstances and explain eligibility requirements for RIC loans.
"Our role is to help producers understand whether a RIC loan may be suitable for their business and support them through the application process with confidence. We encourage anyone interested in learning more to stop by and start a conversation."
Anyone interested in learning more about RIC's low-interest loans are encouraged to attend a free information session with RIC Agri Lending Manager, Nick Garton, at 10:00 am on Thursday 24 September in the Country Lifestyle Pavilion. The session will cover RIC support available to eligible farm businesses, key loan eligibility requirements and practical tips to help farmers prepare for the application process.
Farmers and industry participants are also encouraged to visit the RIC stand to discuss their individual circumstances and learn more about the Drought Loan, Drought Hardship Loan, Farm Investment Loan and AgriStarter Loan available to eligible farm businesses.
Farmers considering their pathway into agriculture, or those planning for farm succession, are encouraged to register for RIC’s next Get RIC Ready webinar, which will focus on the AgriStarter loan, and is scheduled for 28 October 2026 at 12 noon.
For more information about RIC loans, visit ric.gov.au/loans Find the RIC team in the in the Country Lifestyle Pavillion from 22-24 September 2026.
Ends
Media Contact: E media@ric.gov.au | M 0435 168 885
About RIC
RIC (Regional Investment Corporation) is an Australian Government farm business lender providing low-interest loans for farmers and farm-related small businesses in financial need to strengthen Australian agriculture. RIC loans can be used for management, recovery and future proofing following severe business disruption due to drought, natural disasters, biosecurity issues or other significant market events. RIC loans can also help farm businesses to establish farm businesses for first generation farmers or succession planning for next generation farmers. Since 1 July 2018, RIC has approved more than 3,640 loans valued at over $3.83 billion as at 31 August 2026.