Producers urged to be wary of spray drift during summer. With summer weed spraying operations expected to ramp up in the coming weeks, primary producers are reminded to take extra care to prevent spray drift, particularly in unsuitable weather
Applications open for wine business and tourism program. South Australian wine tourism owners and managers are encouraged to apply for the next round of an educational program designed to deepen wine, business and tourism knowledge, helping the
Salisbury North is officially fruit fly free, marking a key step in restoring protection for local growers and surrounding communities.
New grant to help cultivate soil success. South Australians working in soil and land management have an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and expand their networks through a new bursary program aimed at strengthening future capacity in the field.
Keep our oysters safe from disease. This summer take a few simple steps to help protect our oyster industry. Pacific Oyster Mortality Syndrome (POMS) may seem nothing to do with you, but by doing the right thing recreational fishers and boat
Fishers travelling to South East waters reminded of biosecurity restrictions to protect abalone. All fishers and water-users travelling to and from the South East are reminded of important biosecurity restrictions and measures in place to protect
Giant Cuttlefish protection enshrined in law. New legislation to safeguard the Giant Australian Cuttlefish has passed parliament, providing permanent protection for the iconic species. Within weeks of being elected in 2022, the South Australian
Prepare for the 2026 season now. As 2025 wraps up, now's a critical time to tidy paddocks and prepare for the 2026 cropping year. Summer weeds and volunteer plants aren’t just competitors for moisture and nutrients; they serve as hosts and refuges
Webinar recording now available: Harvest, storage pests, and on-farm biosecurity. Earlier this month, PestFacts South Australia hosted the final webinar of the season, bringing together experts to help growers and advisors prepare for harvest and
Vote for your favourite SA wine tourism business. South Australians are encouraged to vote in the Global Great Wine Capitals Best Of Wine Tourism People’s Choice Award, with six local businesses in the running to be crowned the world’s favourite.
Strengthing South Australia's defence against H5 bird flu. South Australia’s capacity to rapidly respond to emergency animal disease (EAD) outbreaks such as H5 avian influenza (bird flu) has been boosted with the launch of a new mobile biosecurity
Additional varroa mite detections identified in the Limestone Coast and upper Fleurieu region – next steps for beekeepers. Varroa mites have been detected in hives at additional sites in the Limestone Coast and upper Fleurieu Peninsula since a