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About PIRSA
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency in the Government of South Australia.
We are responsible for maintaining the prosperity of the state's primary industries and regions.
South Australia's primary industries and agribusiness generated $18.5 billion of revenue in 2022–23, with direct employment and associated processing at 78,000 (full-time equivalent). These industries accounted for 51% of the state's merchandise exports.
Key topics
Major industries
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Aquaculture
We help grow South Australia's aquaculture industry while supporting aquatic animal health through surveillance, education and managing disease risks. -
Commercial fishing
Get information about rules and regulations, licenses and registration plus size limits and management of South Australian commercial fisheries and processors. -
Food and beverage
South Australia’s food and beverage industries are a vital part of the state’s economy and there are major opportunities for growth locally, nationally and overseas. -
Forestry
We work with businesses and the community to promote the future of the forestry and wood products industry in South Australia, whilst seeking new opportunities for development. -
Grains and crops
Grains produced in SA include wheat, barley, canola, lentils, oats, peas, beans, lupins and chickpeas. See how we support and assist this increasingly sustainable industry. -
Grape and wine
South Australia accounts for almost 80% of Australia’s premium wine production, produced from some of the oldest vines in the world. See how we support this globally renowned industry. -
Horticulture
South Australia is a major producer of premium horticulture, recognised for its excellence in environmentally clean, safe and advanced agricultural production. Learn more about this vital industry. -
Livestock, wool and dairy
Generating billions for the economy, we support the livestock industry with services, advice and undertaking research and development to help increase trade and investment.
Latest news
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2024 SA wine industry bursary winners announced
15 October
Ten South Australian wine industry representatives have been selected to travel to one or more Great Wine Capitals of the world to exchange ideas and expand their networks.Read more about 2024 SA wine industry bursary winners announced -
Assessing frost damage to grapevines through satellite mapping
11 October
The South Australian Government is assisting grape growers with future planning and preparedness by using satellite imagery to map the extent of frost damage across the state.Read more about Assessing frost damage to grapevines through satellite mapping -
Growers urged to register for free self-baiting program
9 October
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is urging commercial growers in the Riverland region to stock up for the assault on fruit fly and register for the free self-baiting program.Read more about Growers urged to register for free self-baiting program -
Next steps for Forestry Centre of Excellence
3 October
Malinauskas Labor Government today released new artist impressions of the Forestry Centre of Excellence being built in Mount Gambier, as new research and development projects are launched.Read more about Next steps for Forestry Centre of Excellence -
Greenhouses quarantined to protect tomato industry and taskforce established to help workers
25 September
The State Government is taking immediate action to quarantine greenhouses to protect the tomato industry from the spread of Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) and has established a taskforce to help workers who will be impacted.Read more about Greenhouses quarantined to protect tomato industry and taskforce established to help workers -
New eID essential equipment rebate now available for livestock agents
25 September
As part of the national transition to electronic identification (eID) for sheep and farmed goats, the State Government has announced a rebate to assist livestock agents purchase essential equipment.Read more about New eID essential equipment rebate now available for livestock agents -
New Riverland fruit fly outbreak declared: Gurra Gurra
24 September
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) has declared a new Queensland fruit fly outbreak at Gurra Gurra in the Riverland, after larvae was found in a mandarin.Read more about New Riverland fruit fly outbreak declared: Gurra Gurra -
South Australia's Best Of Wine Tourism winners revealed
19 September
The winners of this year's Best Of Wine Tourism Awards have been revealed, showcasing the high quality and range of wine production and tourism experiences available around South Australia.Read more about South Australia's Best Of Wine Tourism winners revealed -
SARDI Minnipa Agriculture Centre Field Day showcases innovations in low rainfall farming systems
19 September
Nearly 150 growers and industry representatives attended the SARDI Minnipa Agricultural Centre (MAC) Field Day last week to learn about the latest research in low rainfall farming systems.Read more about SARDI Minnipa Agriculture Centre Field Day showcases innovations in low rainfall farming systems -
SA's regional communities set to thrive with new round of project grants now open
12 September
Regional community groups will have the opportunity to apply for grants to support projects which benefit their local area with a new round of the Thriving Communities Program open today.Read more about SA's regional communities set to thrive with new round of project grants now open
