A sustainable and prosperous South Australia
Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency in the Government of South Australia.
SA’s regions are an economic powerhouse that drives prosperity for all South Australians. Our focus is on expanding the key regional industries by creating jobs and boosting our economy through strong regional production and vibrant regional communities.
Our state is protected by legislation supporting primary production and clean environment, including well established natural resource management, biosecurity and comprehensive food safety and quality assurance standards.
What's happening
Report sick or dead birds or other animals
SA has recorded its first case of H5 bird flu on the Fleurieu Peninsula. Report suspected signs of disease to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline.
Report locust activity
Australian plague locust activity has increased across parts of South Australia, particularly in the eastern Mallee and northern pastoral regions.
New standards for bees and apiary commodities
New standards outline the conditions of entry for particular commodities.
Latest news
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King George Whiting closure lifted for recreational fishers
Recreational fishers will be able to catch King George Whiting in all South Australian waters these school holidays following changes to the species' spatial closure period.
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New information boards rolling out at SA boat ramps
Recreational boaters and fishers will soon notice a fresh look at selected South Australian boat ramps, with new information boards designed to make safety and environmental messaging clearer and easier to find.
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Avoid fruit fly fines during winter travel
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is reminding South Australians to check fruit fly movement restrictions before travelling during the winter school holidays, with fines increasing from 1 July 2026 as part of the annual CPI rev…
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Bird flu community forum at Goolwa
The SA Government is hosting an H5 bird flu community forum at Goolwa on Monday 6 July to provide Fleurieu communities with the latest information on preparedness and response efforts.
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More protection for Giant Australian Cuttlefish
Giant Australian Cuttlefish will be better protected with a temporary restriction on recreational activities at their Upper Spencer Gulf breeding site from 1 July.
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Canine crackdown on giant pine scale
Sniffer dogs are being deployed across the North Eastern suburbs as part of a comprehensive giant pine scale surveillance program.
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Bird flu rapid response ready
The SA Government stands ready to respond to any potential H5 bird flu outbreak, backed by an arsenal of specialised resources including a mobile diagnostic laboratory, rapid response units and decontamination facilities.
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Reeling in a clearer choice for South Australians
South Australians will soon have a better idea of what’s on the menu, with hospitality venues required to label the country of origin of seafood dishes from the start of next month.
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South Australia confirms first H5 bird flu case
South Australia has recorded its first confirmed case of H5 bird flu in a vagrant migratory seabird found on a beach on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
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Refreshed fish measuring stations help recreational fishers stay informed
Recreational fishers in South Australia will find it easier to access the latest fishing rules and regulations thanks to refreshed Fish Measuring Station signage being rolled out across the state.
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