News - Primary industries

Planting the foundation to grow SA’s Forest Industry

29 February 2024

The Malinauskas State Government is delivering on another forestry focused election commitment with the release of the South Australian Wood Fibre and Timber Industry Master Plan.

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South Australia's $18.5 billion record breaking agribusiness growth

16 February 2024

South Australia's primary industries and agribusinesses continue to set the pace and deliver solid growth despite ongoing domestic and international pressures.

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Strong result overall for South Australia's grain industry

12 February 2024

South Australia's 2023–24 crop harvest has exceeded expectations with production estimated at 9.3 million tonnes and strong grain prices resulting in a farmgate value of about $3.6 billion.

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SA's best wine, spirits and food take centre stage during Cellar Door Fest

2 February 2024

South Australia's best wine, spirits and food will be showcased to thousands of festivalgoers in the heart of Adelaide this weekend (2 to 4 February) for Cellar Door Fest, the premier showcase of our state's food and drink.

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Point of sale discount eID tags to commence January 2024

20 December 2023

As part of the implementation of a national electronic identification (eID) traceability system for sheep and farmed goats, South Australia’s primary producers can receive a point of sale eID tag discount from 1 January 2024.

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Think before you spray – plan and avoid drift

15 December 2023

With the recent wet weather across much of the state, the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) reminds producers to consider, not only their immediate neighbours, but also the potential for spray drift damage at distance from their pr…

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South East AI bushfire technology switched on

13 December 2023

The first two of the game changing artificial intelligence (AI) powered bushfire camera detection and monitoring systems is now operational at Comaum, south-east South Australia.

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Earliest start to harvest on record for many SA farmers

23 November 2023

Many South Australian farmers are experiencing their earliest ever start to harvest with yields often meeting or slightly exceeding expectations, given the dry spring.

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Forestry Centre of Excellence to build foundations with new board

10 November 2023

The State Government has appointed a Transitional Board for the Forestry Centre of Excellence at Mount Gambier, with Professor Rob Lewis named as the independent chair.

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New aquaculture zone policy for Lower Eyre Peninsula

3 November 2023

A new aquaculture zone policy in the Lower Eyre Peninsula has been finalised following a review of the previous policy.

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SA Carp Frenzy
02 Mar, 6:30am - 3:00pm

SARDI farmer meeting – Lock
05 Mar, 9:00am - 12:00pm

SARDI farmer meeting – Rudall
05 Mar, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

SARDI farmer meeting – Cowell
06 Mar, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Tanunda Show
09 Mar, 8:30am - 4:30pm

South East Field Days
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Mount Pleasant Show
16 Mar, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Keith and Tintinara Show
23 Mar, 7:00am - 11:30pm

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