Farmers take on the Government in fundraising match
Today’s Rural Support Charity Match is more than just a curtain-raiser — it’s a chance for South Aussies to back struggling farming families.
For the third year running, the Pick a Local, Pick SA! team – made up of growers, wholesalers and retailers – will take on the SA Government team of parliamentarians and government representatives at Coopers Stadium, just before the Adelaide United versus Sydney Football Club A-League game.
Thanks to matched funding from the SA Government, every dollar donated will go twice as far through the Rural Business Support (RBS) Relief Fund.
The charity match is generously supported by Adelaide United, Foodland and BankSA – anyone wishing to donate can do so through the Rural Business Support (RBS) Relief Fund.
RBS CEO, Brett Smith, said donations from the Rural Support Charity Match will go directly to where they are needed most — covering everyday essentials and providing farming families with critical breathing space while they focus on what comes next.
“We are truly grateful to the government and the SA Produce market for their incredible support through this match,” he said.
The South Australian Produce Market initiated charity soccer match has already raised an impressive $218,000. This year, they are hoping to add add over $100,000 to that total.
Primary Industries Minister, Clare Scriven said the charity match is a wonderful way to bring people together and support our hardworking producers. She said the the state government was working through preparations for additional support.
“Our primary producers are facing challenging times – we are seeing drought conditions across the state, other adverse weather conditions, biosecurity issues and impacts globally,” she said.
“Additional support for primary producers is also available through the Malinauskas Government’s $18 million Drought Support Package, which remains open for applications and primary producers are encouraged to apply. In addition to the On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme, the State Government has also provided over $1.8 million in support to deliver donated fodder to farmers around the state, with additional hay runs planned in the coming weeks.”
The charity curtain-raiser kicks-off at 4:30 pm. Tickets to attend the match are available at Ticketek, or to make a donation to the RBS relief fund click here.
