Peer-reviewed investigation identifies potential causes of harmful algal bloom. The South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) has released the findings of the most comprehensive investigation to date into the state’s
Hoverflies lending a hand in canola. While growers are keeping an eye on insect pests, it's worth remembering that beneficial insects are also out in force. During recent monitoring at the GRDC project Canola Allies trial site at Rosedale,
Plague locust outlook: what to expect this spring. Widespread rainfall across South Australia in late summer provided ideal breeding conditions for Australian plague locusts. With Australian plague locust activity increasing across SA, the focus is
Blue-green aphids emerge as pulse crops establish. Blue-green aphids have been reported in medic on the Eyre Peninsula and faba beans in the South East. However, the current cool and wet winter conditions are expected to slow their development and
Native budworm moth activity: update to 17 July 2026. Up to to 17 July, monitoring through the PestFacts SA native budworm pheromone trap network continues to show low moth activity across South Australia, indicating there is no immediate threat to
Eagle-eyed birders flock to help South Australia’s bird flu response. South Australia’s nation-leading training program empowering birders to contribute to the bird flu response is underway with strong uptake from the local birding community.
Fishcare connects with more than 250 people at Winter Whale Fest 2026. PIRSA Fishcare Volunteers had a ‘whale’ of a time supporting this year’s Winter Whale Fest (1-30 June), a month-long celebration of the Fleurieu Peninsula’s stunning wild
Eddie locks in as 2026 Young Rural Ambassador. Naracoorte’s Eddie Lock has been named the 2026 Young Rural Ambassador, in recognition of his dedication to agricultural shows and the rural and regional communities they showcase. It’s the second
New hub for bird flu info as state response continues. A new website has been launched as a central information source for South Australians to access the latest updates, advice and resources about H5 bird flu. It comes as the Malinauskas Government
First virtual fencing system approved for use in South Australia. South Australian producers will have access to game-changing technology to improve cattle management and reduce infrastructure costs with the first virtual fencing system approved for
SA birding community answers call to form nation-leading bird flu response collaboration. The Malinauskas Government is partnering with Conservation Council SA, Birds SA and BirdLife Australia to deliver a training program empowering birders to
H5 bird flu detected in Australian seabird. A seabird found at Robe in the state’s South East has become the first Australian seabird to be detected with H5 bird flu, as extensive surveillance continues across SA. The bird – a greater crested