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 agriculture, food, wine and forestry industries are a vital part of the state's economy, our largest export sector and a major employer. In 2016-17, they generated about $22.5 billion in revenue and accounted for 57% of the state's merchandise exports.
Latest news
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AgTech Strategic Plan triggers $2.4 million investment
22 October
New regional AgTech demonstration farms and start-up hubs are part of a $2.4 million Marshall Liberal Government investment to encourage South Australia's primary producers to further adopt technology to increase productivity and profitability.…Read more about AgTech Strategic Plan triggers $2.4 million investment -
Wild dog bounty scheme reaches double century
22 October
A wild dog bounty scheme aimed at assisting drought-affected pastoralists is having the desired impact reaching the milestone of 200 wild dogs killed.Read more about Wild dog bounty scheme reaches double century -
Seafood Advisory Forum members on the hook
21 October
The members of an expert team established by the Marshall Liberal Government to develop a 10 year growth plan across the South Australian seafood sector have been announced today.Read more about Seafood Advisory Forum members on the hook -
Catch and release fishing to be allowed at Port Pirie
16 October
Catch and release fishing will be allowed in the waters off Port Pirie during the temporary, precautionary fishing ban, with testing for heavy metals set to start this month.Read more about Catch and release fishing to be allowed at Port Pirie -
Drop a line to celebrate National Gone Fishing Day
15 October
South Australians are being encouraged to get out and take advantage of the great recreational fishing opportunities across the state this Sunday (18 October) to celebrate National Gone Fishing Day.Read more about Drop a line to celebrate National Gone Fishing Day -
Plans for a new, improved Biosecurity Act open for consultation
14 October
The Marshall Liberal Government's plans for a modern, simpler, and more effective new Biosecurity Act have been released for public consultation today.Read more about Plans for a new, improved Biosecurity Act open for consultation -
SA's premium wine destinations highlighted in awards
12 October
Nineteen wineries from across South Australia's premium wine destinations have today been announced as finalists in the South Australian Best of Wine Tourism Awards.Read more about SA's premium wine destinations highlighted in awards -
New line-up for Recreational Fishing Advisory Council
12 October
Six new members and an independent chair have been appointed to the Minister's Recreational Fishing Advisory Council to help deliver better recreational fishing opportunities across South Australia.Read more about New line-up for Recreational Fishing Advisory Council -
Vote now to shortlist your 2020 Ag Town of the Year
6 October
Seventy towns across South Australia have been nominated for the 2020 Ag Town of the Year award with public voting for the finalists now open.Read more about Vote now to shortlist your 2020 Ag Town of the Year -
On the trail of premium spirits in South Australia
6 October
Regional tourism will get a boost with the launch of a new Distillery Trail highlighting locations and offerings from South Australia's award winning and burgeoning spirits industry.Read more about On the trail of premium spirits in South Australia
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Events
- 28Oct
Developing a new Biosecurity Act for South Australia Webinar
We are now undertaking public consultation on the proposed approach to develop a new Biosecurity Act. The aim is to develop a modern, simpler, and more effective Biosecurity Act that will bu... - 30Oct
SA Merino Sire Evaluation Trial plus Red Meat and Wool Focus Farm
See a progeny of 16 leading Stud Merino sires, side by side. 2019-drop progeny on display in sire groups together with results from measured and visual assessments. The 2020-drop progeny wil...
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