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
Read the latest report on the condition of crops and pastures in South Australia.
Find support programs available from the Government of South Australia for drought-affected farmers.
A naturally occurring algal bloom is affecting some coastal areas in South Australia.
Need to chat? Our Family and Business Mentor service provides free assistance to primary producers.
Latest news
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The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is investigating the circumstances around a mutilated White Shark and seal carcass found near Port Lincoln.
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The latest Crop and Pasture Report captures the challenging start to the 2025–26 cropping season across South Australia, with delayed sowing, wind damage, and slow emergence following a late seasonal break but forecast wet conditions in August…
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The resumption of the release of millions of sterile Queensland fruit flies across the Riverland will occur from this week to stop fruit fly outbreaks and protect the region.
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The Malinauskas Labor Government is backing South Australia’s recreational fishers with a range of measures to support fishing activity during the unprecedented algal bloom and to set-up the recovery of fish stocks.
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South Australian small businesses impacted by the algal bloom will be eligible for grants of up to $10,000, while hardest hit commercial fisheries and aquaculture licence holders can apply for up to $100,000 in support, as the State Government unveil…
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Motorsport fans heading to the Riverland this week for the Loveday 400 Offroad Race are being urged to leave restricted produce at home or risk a hefty fine.
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The State Government’s Emergency Management Committee of Cabinet has met this morning and signed off on a $28 million harmful algal bloom support package.
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South Australia’s flagship fisheries patrol vessel Southern Ranger will be operating in the Gulf of St Vincent tomorrow to conduct underwater observations of the harmful algal bloom to understand the effect on the ecosystem.
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Shayla Lepse, a 19-year-old station hand and volunteer from the South East, is this year’s South Australia Young Rural Ambassador.
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Farmers and regional communities impacted by drought will benefit from $1 million in targeted mental health and wellbeing support, as part of the Malinauskas Government’s continued response to drought conditions across South Australia.
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