About PIRSA
Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency in the Government of South Australia, with responsibility for the prosperity of the state's primary industries and regions.
South Australia's agriculture, food, wine and forestry industries are a vital part of the state's economy, our largest export sector and a major employer. In 2016-17, they generated about $22.5 billion in revenue and accounted for 57% of the state's merchandise exports.
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Agriculture food and wine
PreviousPIRSA’S Agriculture, Food and Wine Division enables the growth Of South Australia’s Agriculture, Food And Wine Industries.
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Biosecurity SA
PreviousPIRSA’S Biosecurity SA Division manages the risks to South Australia posed by animal and plant pests and diseases, food borne illnesses, and misuse of rural chemicals.
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Fisheries and Aquaculture
PreviousPIRSA’S Fisheries and Aquaculture division manages the use of South Australia’s aquatic resources to maximise the environmental, social and economic benefits to South Australian communities and ensure the sustainable development of our fisheries and aquaculture industries.
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Forestry
PreviousPIRSA’S Forestry division works with businesses and the community to promote the future of the forestry and wood products industry in South Australia and seeks new opportunities for development.
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Regions SA
PreviousRegions SA provides an integrated cross-sector, cross-government and regionally focused approach to improving economic and social outcomes for regions.
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Rural Solutions SA
PreviousRural Solutions SA is PIRSA’S key delivery agent for major programs and projects across South Australia, and provides consultancy services to private and public sector organisations locally, nationally and internationally.
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SARDI
PreviousSARDI provides research and development services to the state government, commercial clients and research partners to help make South Australia’s primary industries and regions internationally competitive and ecologically sustainable.
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Latest news
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By George, Whiting back on the menu
18 April
The State Government will re-open areas for King George Whiting fishing this year after reviewing the latest science and listening to the views of South Australian commercial and recreational fishers.Read more about By George, Whiting back on the menu -
Grain growers reap 5.6 million tonnes this season
18 April
South Australia’s grain growers have produced 5.6 million tonnes in the 2018-19 season and despite this being the smallest harvest in a decade, the value of the crop is more than 10 per cent higher than last year off the back of high prices.…Read more about Grain growers reap 5.6 million tonnes this season -
Feasibility study to assess KI artisan meat demand
18 April
A feasibility study into artisan meat processing on Kangaroo Island is underway to assess how locally grown and processed red meat can feed the island.Read more about Feasibility study to assess KI artisan meat demand -
First meeting of Minister's recreational fishing council in Port Pirie
17 April
Recreational fishers have a new voice to government, with the inaugural meeting of the Minister’s Recreational Fishing Advisory Council held today in Port Pirie.Read more about First meeting of Minister's recreational fishing council in Port Pirie -
Know your fishing limits these holidays
15 April
If you're planning to go fishing over the school holidays or Easter long weekend, make sure you know the fishing rules.Read more about Know your fishing limits these holidays -
50,000 oysters find new home at Windara Reef
12 April
More than 50,000 native oysters have been introduced to Windara Reef this week as part of Australia's biggest reef restoration project, led by The Nature Conservancy.Read more about 50,000 oysters find new home at Windara Reef -
Nominations open for Ministerial AgTech Advisory Group
11 April
Nominations are being sought for a new Ministerial AgTech Advisory Group, as part of the State Government’s concerted focus to grow primary industries in South Australia.Read more about Nominations open for Ministerial AgTech Advisory Group -
Nation-leading project to boost SA vineyard biosecurity
9 April
The State Government is providing $75,000 towards a nation-leading project which will see South Australian vineyard biosecurity launched into a new digital era.Read more about Nation-leading project to boost SA vineyard biosecurity -
Forest Industry Advisory Council up and running
9 April
The State Government is delivering on a key election commitment to forest industries and their communities by establishing the Forest Industry Advisory Council South Australia.Read more about Forest Industry Advisory Council up and running -
Forest industry transport survey yields early results
9 April
A survey of South Australia's forestry industry on how to improve road transport for the sector has identified 32 issues, with some already resolved by the State Government.Read more about Forest industry transport survey yields early results
Tweets
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Rebates being offered to #drought affected farmers to invest in urgently-needed new on-farm water infrastructure… https://t.co/P6tHJHktxp
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Don’t forget nominations for the 2020 International Fisheries Prize close next week on 31 May 2019 #WFC2020… https://t.co/mNJjiNkkti
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Events
- 8May
One Biosecurity registration workshops - Barossa/Adelaide Hills
One Biosecurity is a new state-wide approach to managing, protecting, and promoting South Australia’s strong biosecurity regime across our livestock industry.A series of small group se... - 27May
National Reconciliation Week 2019
National Reconciliation Week is held annually and celebrates the rich culture and history of the FirstAustralians. National Reconciliation Week began in 1996 to provide focus for nationwide ...
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