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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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Cast your vote for South Australia’s AgTown of the Year
28 June
Public voting is now open in the quest to choose the 2022 finalists in the South Australian Agricultural Town of the Year Award.Read more about Cast your vote for South Australia’s AgTown of the Year -
Wine experts on way to Adelaide conference
27 June
More than 2500 state, national and international wine industry professionals will gather at the 18th Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference in Adelaide from 26 - 29 June 2022.Read more about Wine experts on way to Adelaide conference -
AgTech innovation soars through $700,000 in growth funding
22 June
Nine innovative agricultural technologies benefitting primary production and agribusiness across the state, have received over $700,000 in grants through the State Government’s AgTech Growth funding.Read more about AgTech innovation soars through $700,000 in growth funding -
Rock lobster licence fee relief of 50% to assist industry recovery
20 June
The Malinauskas Labor Government has delivered on its election commitment to reduce licence fees for the Rock Lobster fishery by 50% for 2022–23.Read more about Rock lobster licence fee relief of 50% to assist industry recovery -
Riverland locals plan with PIRSA for fruit fly next steps
15 June
Local grower and related industry representatives, representatives from Riverland councils and staff from the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) met on Wednesday 15 June to explore fruit fly eradication options ahead of spring.…Read more about Riverland locals plan with PIRSA for fruit fly next steps -
New Riverland fruit fly outbreak, plus extensions to two existing outbreaks
10 June
Have you checked the fruit in your garden recently? Queensland fruit fly maggots detected in home-grown apples in Renmark have caused a new outbreak to be declared, impacting Renmark, Renmark West, Renmark North, Pike River, and Pike River West.…Read more about New Riverland fruit fly outbreak, plus extensions to two existing outbreaks -
Japanese encephalitis update
7 June
There has been one more detection of Japanese encephalitis (JE) virus in South Australian piggeries since the last update provided by the Department of Primary Industries and Regions on 5 May 2022.Read more about Japanese encephalitis update -
Livestock forums set to help red meat and wool producers
1 June
Livestock forums across the Mid North and Eyre Peninsula in June will bring the latest research and best practice advice directly to South Australian producers.Read more about Livestock forums set to help red meat and wool producers -
Search is on for South Australia’s AgTown of the Year
24 May
The search for South Australia’s next AgTown of the Year has commenced, with nominations for the prestigious award now open.Read more about Search is on for South Australia’s AgTown of the Year -
Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared in Murtho
16 May
A new Queensland fruit fly outbreak has been declared in Murtho, following the detection of a pregnant female fruit fly in a monitoring trap.Read more about Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared in Murtho
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Events
- 19Jul
Meningie Community Forum: Weeds on Aboriginal lands
Weeds can have negative impacts on primary industries, native vegetation or human health. To protect primary industry, the natural environment and public safety we must control weeds.Learn a... - 7Sep
Minnipa Agricultural Centre Field Day
Showcasing extensive trials and research undertaken for low rainfall farming on upper Eyre Peninsula. Hear from experts on the latest:agricultural technologymanagement of early sown cropsher...
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