Many farmers are considering their future in farming. For the second year in succession a number of farmers are asking for their overdraft limits to be increased and the word is that some banks will not be extending finance this year. Narrogin Financial circumstances are expected to be very tight in the forthcoming year and there is an air of despondency. Merredin Generally the season is evolving normally. There have been some heavy but localised storms in the Beacon area causing water erosion.
Livestock are in poor condition but there is probably enough stubbles to carry over.
Some landholders are becoming agitated about budget matters now that new season budgeting time approaches. The Rural Financial Councillors are concerned that the fact that more people are not coming forward may indicate a state of denial. Katanning Water carting is widespread for both domestic and stock purposes. Jerramungup Wind erosion is occurring as result of strong southerly winds. Click on the image for a larger view Caption Electronic jpg photographs available on request.