News and events

Varroa mite found in beehive in the Limestone Coast – next steps for beekeepers. Varroa mite has been detected in beehives in the Limestone Coast region near Salt Creek, triggering management arrangements to help contain its spread. The Department

$1.8 million boost to regional community projects. Regional communities across the state will share just over $1.8 million to help bring their projects to life as part of the Government of South Australia's Thriving Communities program. Following

20 years of the FPV Southern Ranger. October 2025 marked a significant milestone for PIRSA’s Fisheries and Aquaculture division, with the Fishery Patrol Vessel (FPV) Southern Ranger celebrating 20 years of service. Delivered to PIRSA Fisheries and

Ceduna is officially fruit fly free, marking a major biosecurity milestone that protects growers, communities, and South Australia’s horticulture.

South Australia’s wine excellence showcased on global stage. South Australia’s Maxwell Wines has been named a global winner in the prestigious 2026 Global Best Of Wine Tourism Awards in France, for its outstanding food and wine offerings.

Swan Reach achieves fruit fly freedom, strengthening protection for growers and supporting South Australia’s ongoing eradication efforts.

Lameroo named South Australia’s 2025 Agricultural Town of the Year. The Mallee town of Lameroo has been named the winner of the 2025 Agricultural Town of the Year Award, recognising its pursuit of excellence in agriculture and regional development.

Cooper Creek Barge to reconnect key freight and tourist routes. Pastoralists and tourism operators, cut-off by the record flooding in outback South Australia, are once again reconnected with a new heavy vehicle barge securing the state’s beef

South Australia’s wine professionals awarded global learning opportunities. Eight South Australian wine industry representatives have been selected to travel to other world-renowned wine regions to connect with international experts and explore

Protecting iconic native flora from stealthy plant diseases. A hi-tech monitoring device has been installed at the Adelaide Botanic Garden to protect iconic native flora from stealthy plant diseases. Scientists from the South Australian Research and

Community shows support for drought-affected farmers at Loxton’s Longest Brunch. Loxton’s Longest Brunch delivered a strong show of community support for drought-affected farmers across the region, thanks to a successful, locally-led event

Managing snails at harvest and beyond. It’s important to keep snails in check as harvest approaches. You should assess paddocks to gauge if snails are likely to affect grain quality and take steps to ensure clean grain delivery. It's also a good