Lobby groups are calling on the Victorian State government to better support drought stricken farmers two weeks out from the state budget.

Regions in the South-West are experiencing drought conditions, and are eagerly waiting for an autumn break.

Last September, the state government announced a 13 and a half million dollar support package for struggling producers.

Rural Reporter Alexander Nimmo spoke with United DairyFarmers Victoria President Bernard Free about what more the government needs to do.

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