A sustainable and prosperous South Australia
Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency in the Government of South Australia.
SA’s regions are an economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians. Our focus is on expanding the key regional industries by creating jobs and boosting our economy through strong regional production and vibrant regional communities.
Our state is protected by legislation supporting primary production and clean environment, including well established natural resource management, biosecurity and comprehensive food safety and quality assurance standards.
What's happening
Latest crop and pasture report
Above average autumn and early winter rainfall is supporting excellent crop establishment and strong early growth.
H5 bird flu (avian influenza)
Report sick or dead birds or other animals to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline.
Report locust activity
Australian plague locust activity has increased across parts of South Australia, particularly in the eastern Mallee and northern pastoral regions.
Standards for bees and apiary commodities
New standards outline the conditions of entry for particular commodities.
Latest news
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The unsung heroes behind the Plant Research Centre – the team that never stops
SARDI’s Plant Research Centre (PRC) Greenhouse Services team maintain a safe, secure and seamless operation - supporting the hub of South Australia's agricultural research at the Waite Campus.
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More monitoring and research for Giant Australian Cuttlefish as numbers reach historic lows
The State Government has expanded monitoring and research to better understand the Giant Australian Cuttlefish population’s historic decline, including the potential impact the harmful algal bloom has had on the iconic species.
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H5 bird flu testing update 20 August
The CSIRO’s Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) has confirmed 7 new H5 bird flu events in South Australia since yesterday’s update.
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SA Grain Legume Project improving pulse agronomy
High grain prices, improved varieties and agronomic benefits for farming systems have seen pulse production expand substantially across the southern region in recent years.
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Optimism grows for grain producers as early season rains see yield estimates increase
The cropping season in South Australia has enjoyed one of the strongest starts in years, bolstered by above average autumn and early winter rainfall.
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Bird flu webinar for owners of pet birds and backyard poultry
South Australians who have pet birds or backyard poultry will have the opportunity to join a targeted information session and hear directly from the experts leading the state’s H5 bird flu response.
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H5 bird flu testing update 19 August
The CSIRO’s Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) has no new confirmed H5 bird flu events in South Australia since yesterday’s update.
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