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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, with responsibility for the prosperity of the state's primary industries and regions.
South Australia's primary industries and agribusiness generated revenue of $15.4 billion in 2020-21 with total direct employment in primary industries and associated processing at 74,000 (full-time equivalent). In the same period, these industries accounted for 47% 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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Livestock Act passes protecting SA from animal disease incursion
1 December
South Australia’s ability to respond to an emergency animal disease incursion has been boosted with the passage of the Livestock (Emergency Animal Disease) Amendment Bill 2022 passed by State Parliament.Read more about Livestock Act passes protecting SA from animal disease incursion -
Wet spring brings increase in lame sheep
1 December
Sheep producers are being advised to monitor sheep for lameness following the exceptionally wet spring across large parts of South Australia, with 20 cases of footrot detected since September.Read more about Wet spring brings increase in lame sheep -
McLaren Vale winery wins major international people’s choice award
29 November
South Australian winery Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards was named a winner of an international wine people’s choice award.Read more about McLaren Vale winery wins major international people’s choice award -
Controlling locusts – the time is now
22 November
Landholders in cropping areas are encouraged to take action now to control any locusts they find ahead of mid-December.Read more about Controlling locusts – the time is now -
Fruit fly traps available to Loxton Waikerie residents
16 November
Loxton and Waikerie residents located in red outbreak and yellow suspension fruit fly areas can now access free backyard traps that attract and kill fruit flies to protect their home-grown produce and help fight outbreaks in the region.Read more about Fruit fly traps available to Loxton Waikerie residents -
Snapper stock assessment report 2022 livestream
16 November
People who are keen to understand the research behind a recently released report on snapper numbers in South Australia will be able to hear live from a South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) scientist in an online presentation.…Read more about Snapper stock assessment report 2022 livestream -
Locals reminded to protect themselves against JEV
11 November
With another wet summer and flooding expected across the Riverland in coming months, the risk of mosquito borne disease transmission is considered to be at its highest level in more than 10 years.Read more about Locals reminded to protect themselves against JEV -
Snapper stock assessment report 2022
9 November
SARDI’s Snapper Stock Assessment Report 2022 has been released and is now available.Read more about Snapper stock assessment report 2022 -
Protect SA’s apiary industry and sample for Varroa mite
9 November
SA beekeepers with 20 or more hives are being called on to play their part in protecting our state from Varroa mite by sampling 10% of their hives per apiary.Read more about Protect SA’s apiary industry and sample for Varroa mite -
New Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared, Monash North
7 November
A new Queensland fruit fly outbreak, Monash North, has been declared following the detection of maggots in backyard fruit north of Monash township.Read more about New Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared, Monash North
Tweets
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PIRSA
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PIRSA
Proud to once more be sponsoring Best Rural Photographer for the annual @RuralMedComSANT Awards. Warmest congratula& https://t.co/H2mSQty5q6
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Events
- 6Dec
Varroa mite sampling workshop
SA beekeepers with 20 or more hives are being called on to protect our state from varroa mite, by sampling 10% of their hives per apiary.Sampling hives gives PIRSA and industry confidence th... - 7Dec
Pt Lincoln public briefing: Aquaculture (Zones – Lower Eyre Peninsula) Policy
The Lincoln Marine Science Centre1 Hindmarsh Street, Port LincolnThe Department of Primary Industries and Regions is holding a briefing session to discuss the proposed Draft Aquaculture (Zon...
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