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.
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Drought support
$73 million funding to help farmers
Travelling to SA
Heading to SA or the Riverland? Understand what you can bring with you.
Contact a FaB mentor
Need to chat? Our Family and Business Mentor service provides free assistance to primary producers.
Carbon farming
The Growing Carbon Farming Demonstration Pilot supported carbon farming projects which show carbon abatement activities alongside measurable environmental and socio-economic benefits best suited to South Australia.
Latest news
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Protect the Riverland and your wallet these school holidays
With school holidays fast approaching, the Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) is reminding all holidaymakers to help protect the Riverland’s horticulture industry by not bringing restricted produce into the region or risk a $420…
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Easy to access rabbit control measures in South Australia’s Southeast, easing burden for farmers
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) and the Limestone Coast Landscape Board are assisting farmers with rabbit control in the state’s southeast, through the State Government’s $73 million Drought Support Package.
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Hands-on November disease workshop for producers coming soon
Livestock SA, in partnership with PIRSA, invites producers to a practical half-day workshop at the Carrieton Rodeo Club to help cattle producers better understand and respond to November Disease, as well as discuss broader livestock health issues in…
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Think before you spray to reduce drift risk
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is urging South Australian grain producers to be vigilant and exercise caution when applying agrichemicals this spring.
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Kangaroo Island shellfish harvesting area back open for business
The American River shellfish harvesting area on Kangaroo Island has reopened following the lifting of a closure, which had been in place due to the detection of brevetoxins.
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South Australian livestock owners reminded to register for a property identification code
Livestock owners across South Australia are reminded to register with a property identification code (PIC) to protect the state’s agriculture industry and connect livestock owners to the state’s livestock traceability system.
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Native budworm moth trapping update: First to mid-September
Recent native budworm moth trap data show activity ranging from high to low across different regions of South Australia.
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Beneficial allies for your crops: Hoverflies
Beneficial insects are important for sustainable farming as they help with pollination and controlling pests.
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Using the degree-day model to stay ahead of Etiella
The lucerne seed web moth, commonly known as ‘etiella’, is a serious pest of lentils and lucerne across Australia.
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Celebrating the best of the best in wine tourism
South Australia’s top wine tourism businesses have been celebrated at the 2026 Best Of Wine Tourism Awards, announced last night at the SA Wine Industry Dinner at the National Wine Centre.
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