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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H5 bird flu testing update 19 September
There are 10 new confirmed H5 bird flu event in South Australia since yesterday’s update.
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Clare Valley feral deer control program delivers strong results
One of South Australia’s largest satellite feral deer populations has been significantly reduced through a coordinated control program across the Clare Valley.
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$109 million wine industry support package
The SA Government has developed a comprehensive wine industry package to support transition, expand market demand, promote new regional investment, and position the state’s wine sector for sustainable long-term growth.
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H5 bird flu testing update 18 September
There is 1 new confirmed H5 bird flu event in South Australia since yesterday’s update.
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New generation of women leaders to shape the future of agriculture in South Australia
A new crop of emerging leaders are stepping into influential roles across the South Australian agriculture sector after graduating from a leadership program designed to build confidence, skills and professional networks.
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Celebrating South Australian wine tourism with industry accolades and regional events
The 2027 SA Best Of Wine Tourism Awards have been announced ahead of a series of regional festivals celebrating some of the best of South Australian wine over the next month.
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H5 bird flu testing update 17 September
There is 1 new confirmed H5 bird flu event in South Australia since yesterday’s update. A bird listed yesterday as a pied cormorant was a black-faced cormorant.
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H5 bird flu testing update 16 September
There are 2 new confirmed H5 bird flu events in South Australia since yesterday’s update.
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H5 bird flu testing update 15 September
There are 4 new confirmed H5 bird flu events in South Australia since yesterday’s update.
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Illegal fishing lands two fishers with $5,725 penalties
Fishers are being warned to follow South Australia’s fishing rules or face serious consequences, following a significant fishing offence involving Southern Calamari.
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