Livestock producers save millions in first year of mandatory eID roll-out. South Australian farmers received $4.7 million in tag discounts and rebates during the first year of mandatory electronic identification (eID) for sheep and farmed goats. The
Backing the next generation of soil and land experts. The Albanese and Malinauskas Governments are backing six soil and land management professionals to expand their knowledge and networks for the benefit of agricultural productivity and
New era of forestry innovation in Mount Gambier. South Australia’s $16 million Forestry Centre of Excellence is now complete, putting Mount Gambier on the international map of forestry research, innovation and collaboration. The centre is a key
Greater access leads to greater results. The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is continuing to see lower numbers of Queensland fruit fly detections in the Riverland, with no detections recorded in 24 of the 58 outbreak areas over
Fish-friendly architecture in the Gulf. The next stage of algal bloom recovery operations kicks off this month when two new artificial reefs are established in Gulf St Vincent. In a bid to rebuild fish stocks, increase biodiversity and enhance
First drought support loans approved. Funds are now flowing to drought-affected farmers, as the first low-interest loans are approved under the Malinauskas Government’s $200 million SA Drought Loan Scheme. The scheme, which provides an
Influential wine importers pour into SA. The Malinauskas Labor Government is helping get more South Australian wine on the shelves and menus in China and Hong Kong, hosting a group of major importers in South Australia. The 11 influential importers
Vote now for the Top 10 Ag Towns of the Year. Public voting is now open to determine the finalists of the 2026 Agricultural Town (Ag Town) of the Year Award. The Ag Town of the Year Award celebrates the strength and vitality of the state’s
Mites and lucerne fleas. With recent rainfall across parts of South Australia, it would not be surprising to see increased activity of mites and lucerne flea in emerging crops. These early-season pests often build up on the green bridge before
Turnip yellows virus alert. Turnip yellows virus (TuYV) is Australia's most economically damaging virus for canola and is primarily spread by green peach aphid (GPA). Crops are most vulnerable during early growth stages, making prevention and early
Look out for these pests. Early sowing conditions combined with recent rainfall have triggered activity in some pests over recent weeks and may lead to increased activity in others as the season progresses. Pests such as common armyworm and bronze
Watch for stubble pests during crop establishment. February's rainfall in parts of South Australia has resulted in increased green bridge and retained moisture in paddocks, creating favourable conditions for a range of invertebrates. As a result,