Drought relief package for struggling farmers doubled

The NSW government has committed an extra $500 million towards a drought relief package, including $190 million in transport subsidies.

A combination of low rainfall and high temperatures has created severe drought conditions. Source: AAP

The NSW government has almost doubled its drought relief package as the state's farmers struggle with one of the driest winters on record.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian on Monday announced an extra $500 million in drought support - including $190 million in transport subsidies - taking the total package to $1 billion.

The transport subsidy is available for up to 50 percent of the cost of moving stock, food and water.

Low rainfall and high temperatures have left 99 per cent of NSW officially in drought. Source: AAP

It will be capped at $20,000 per farm business.

The coalition has been under pressure to do more for battling farmers with 99 percent of the state officially in drought.

"Conditions are now so dire that further support is needed to address the more immediate needs for farmers and their communities until the drought breaks," Ms Berejiklian said in a statement on Monday.

The relief measures will also cut the cost of farming fees and charges by waiving land services rates and water charges.