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.
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What's happening
Varroa mite
Beekeepers should monitor their hives following a recent detection in the Riverland.
Drought Support Package
Find support programs available from the Government of South Australia for drought-affected farmers.
Algal bloom
A naturally occurring algal bloom is affecting some coastal areas in South Australia.
Latest news
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Damsel bugs, working for you!
As spring is here, we're already seeing more activity from parasitoids and predators. Here we look at damsel bugs (family Nabidae), a biological control agent targeting soft-bodied insects, including aphids, thrips, mites, insect eggs, and even small…
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We want your input to our website
We're looking for people to help test our new website structure by completing a short survey.
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PestFacts SA webinar, September 2025
PestFacts SA's latest webinar recording is available now!
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On the radar: Cowpea aphid activity on faba bean
In recent weeks, we've received reports of cowpea aphid (Aphis craccivora) activity in faba bean crops across the South East.
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Native budworm moth trapping update
Recent native budworm moth trap data show activity ranging from moderate to low across different regions of South Australia.
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European earwigs in grain: Friend, foe, or both?
Finding invertebrates like European earwigs (Forficula auricularia) at harvest can provide valuable insights for monitoring next season.
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Weather it Together campaign launches
A campaign led by farmers, for farmers, promoting ways to support mental health and wellbeing during challenging seasons was launched at Yorke Peninsula Field Days, funded through the State Government’s $73 million Drought Support Package.
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Creativity and community shine at Riverland Field Days
Riverland Field Days 2025 gave PIRSA’s Fruit Fly Response team the chance to showcase cutting-edge biosecurity measures and connect directly with the local community.
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Access is key to reducing Riverland fruit fly detections
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) says that access to a small number of Riverland properties in detection hotspots could be the key to reducing fruit fly populations and protecting the region’s horticulture industry.
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Protecting Kangaroo Island’s world-renowned Ligurian bees
Biosecurity measures have been bolstered to protect Kangaroo Island’s world-famous Ligurian bee population from the parasitic pest varroa mite.
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