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More fodder on the way for drought-impacted farmers
29 April 2025South Australian farmers battling the ongoing effects of drought are continuing to receive vital support, with thousands of tonnes of fodder already delivered and more to come under the Malinauskas Government’s expanded $73 million Drought Supp…
Read more on More fodder on the way for drought-impacted farmersFirst round of new eID Producer Group announced
29 April 2025Six sheep and goat producer groups have been selected for a new initiative which aims to boost capability and confidence in the practical use of electronic identification (eID), for improved on-farm decision making.
Read more on First round of new eID Producer Group announcedNominations open for SA’s 2025 Ag Town of the Year
29 April 2025Nominations have opened for the 2025 Agricultural Town of the Year Award – the prestigious award that recognises South Australian towns that excel in agricultural practices and are also great places to live and work.
Read more on Nominations open for SA’s 2025 Ag Town of the YearRelief expanded to SA drought affected farmers and small businesses
23 April 2025Grants of up to $1,500 are now available to drought affected farming families and rural small business owners, for direct, practical support, through the State Government’s Rural Support Grant.
Read more on Relief expanded to SA drought affected farmers and small businessesFishers busted trying to smuggle squid at Wirrina Cove
23 April 2025Recent seizures of illegally caught squid by Fisheries Officers from PIRSA, is a reminder to fishers that they can face the possibility of significant fines, loss of fishing equipment and potential prosecution if caught flouting fishing rules and reg…
Read more on Fishers busted trying to smuggle squid at Wirrina CoveProtect the Riverland this weekend
23 April 2025As South Australians pause to reflect and pay tribute this Anzac Day, the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is encouraging travellers to protect the Riverland from fruit fly.
Read more on Protect the Riverland this weekendBe a good egg – help stop the spread of AVG this Easter
17 April 2025Fishers heading out to enjoy South Australia’s waters this Easter and Anzac Day long weekend are reminded of the abalone fishing closure that is in place due to the Abalone Viral Ganglioneuritis (AVG) outbreak.
Read more on Be a good egg – help stop the spread of AVG this EasterBring the chocolate, leave the fruit and vegetables at home this Easter
16 April 2025As the Easter long weekend approaches, the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is urging all travellers to leave restricted produce behind and help protect the Riverland’s vital horticulture industry from fruit fly.
Read more on Bring the chocolate, leave the fruit and vegetables at home this EasterConsultation open on new regulations for SA’s veterinarian profession
16 April 2025Don’t miss the opportunity to provide feedback on the new regulations for South Australia’s veterinary profession.
Read more on Consultation open on new regulations for SA’s veterinarian professionApplications now open for second round of drought infrastructure grants
16 April 2025Applications have opened for additional grants through the State Government’s On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Rebate Scheme, which includes grants of up to $20,000, to support drought affected farmers across South Australia.
Read more on Applications now open for second round of drought infrastructure grantsUpcoming events
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