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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Weapon against fruit fly unleashed at Lindsay Point
14 June
The State Government has ramped up the fight against a Queensland fruit fly outbreak at Lindsay Point in Victoria with the release of millions of sterile flies this week.Read more about Weapon against fruit fly unleashed at Lindsay Point -
May rainfall kick starts new season crops
13 June
A vast majority of South Australian farmers started sowing their crops for the 2019–20 season in April with welcome rainfall providing a kick-start ahead of a forecast dry season, according to the latest Crop and Pasture Report.Read more about May rainfall kick starts new season crops -
State Government to get the hop on kangaroos
7 June
The State Government is delivering measures to help tackle kangaroo overabundance across South Australia, including a pilot program to increase commercial kangaroo harvesting, as well a proposed expansion of the harvest zone.Read more about State Government to get the hop on kangaroos -
Put your best glass forward for the Best of Wine Tourism Awards
7 June
South Australian wineries and wine-related businesses are being urged to enter the South Australian Best of Wine Tourism Awards for the chance to be thrust into the international spotlight.Read more about Put your best glass forward for the Best of Wine Tourism Awards -
Removing the baa-riers on sheep entry
5 June
The State Government will make it easier for South Australian farmers to purchase sheep from across the border in an effort to fast track rebuilding the state’s flock after drought.Read more about Removing the baa-riers on sheep entry -
$1.5 million upgrade to Yamba Quarantine Station
4 June
Major infrastructure upgrades at Yamba Quarantine Station are underway with the State Government committing $1.5 million to further protect the Riverland from the threat of fruit fly.Read more about $1.5 million upgrade to Yamba Quarantine Station -
Rock Lobster season closure to begin
24 May
Recreational fishers in South Australia are reminded to remove their Rock Lobster pots as part of the annual closure for Rock Lobster fishing, which will begin at 6 pm on Friday 31 May.Read more about Rock Lobster season closure to begin -
Annual Pipi closure to begin
24 May
Recreational fishers are reminded the annual state-wide closure of Pipi (Goolwa Cockles) begins on Saturday 1 June, meaning they cannot take Pipi from South Australian waters.Read more about Annual Pipi closure to begin -
New round of Black Spot funding opens
24 May
Rural mobile phone coverage is set for a boost with the State Government working with regional communities to deliver the latest round of Mobile Black Spot Program funding.Read more about New round of Black Spot funding opens -
Regional Development Strategy to shape the future of SA’s regions
23 May
The State Government has today reinforced its commitment to regional South Australia with the opening of consultation on the formation of a state-wide Regional Development Strategy.Read more about Regional Development Strategy to shape the future of SA’s regions
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Events
- 26Jun
Karoonda and Districts Stud Merino Field Day
When: Opens 10am, Monday 26th July, 2019.Where: Murray Bridge Showgrounds.More information: Visit the Merino SA website for details.... - 8Jul
Eyre Peninsula Expo - Wudinna
When: Opens 10am, Monday 8th July, 2019.Where: Wudinna Showground Sheep Pavilion.More information: Visit the Merino SA website for details....
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