Home
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
-
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
-
Strong measures protecting SA from feral animals
9 August
South Australia has strong biosecurity laws, with robust measures in place to protect our primary industries and natural environments from the threat of feral animals.Read more about Strong measures protecting SA from feral animals -
Eyre Peninsula Field Days are back
9 August
The Eyre Peninsula Field Days are back this week and will see 500 exhibitors and 20,000 visitors gathering in Cleve to showcase the latest innovation in agriculture through the state.Read more about Eyre Peninsula Field Days are back -
South Australia to lead in trials of tech measuring on-farm emissions
9 August
Technology to measure and assist in reducing on-farm emissions for grain producers will be trialled in South Australia in a national first.Read more about South Australia to lead in trials of tech measuring on-farm emissions -
Finalists announced for 2022 Agricultural Town of the Year
8 August
The five South Australian towns set to vie for the title of 2022 Agricultural Town of the Year have been named.Read more about Finalists announced for 2022 Agricultural Town of the Year -
Get the latest PIRSA information at the Eyre Peninsula Field Days
5 August
If you’ll be at the Eyre Peninsula Field Days at Cleve from 9–11 August, stop by the Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) stand to get the latest information about biosecurity, soil management, farming practices, recreatio…Read more about Get the latest PIRSA information at the Eyre Peninsula Field Days -
Working together to prevent Foot and Mouth in SA
5 August
Over 180 industry, primary producers and government representatives have met both online and in person, working together to keep foot and mouth disease (FMD) out of South Australia.Read more about Working together to prevent Foot and Mouth in SA -
Fisheries Patrol Vessel ‘Storm’ launched at West Beach
4 August
The newest fisheries patrol vessel (FPV) in South Australia, FPV ‘Storm’ was officially launched today at PIRSA’s West Beach facility by Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Clare Scriven.Read more about Fisheries Patrol Vessel ‘Storm’ launched at West Beach -
New Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared in Loxton North
2 August
A new Queensland fruit fly outbreak has been declared in Loxton North following the detection of fruit flies in monitoring traps. The detections were just outside of existing outbreak areas at Loxton North, and a new outbreak area has been establishe…Read more about New Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared in Loxton North -
Fruit fly eradication efforts increase ahead of spring
27 July
Riverland fruit fly eradication efforts will reach new heights with more community and grower involvement than ever before to fight the pest as the weather warms up and flies re-emerge, threatening locally grown fruit.Read more about Fruit fly eradication efforts increase ahead of spring -
South Australia to name its best new wine writer
25 July
Applications are now open for the 2022 Wine Communicators of Australia wine media cadetship.Read more about South Australia to name its best new wine writer
Tweets
-
PIRSA
As we head into the last weeks of Winter, its time to use up your citrus! =h
2 days agohttps://t.co/Kb4AUwklrR -
PIRSA
RT @Ag_Excellence: Emma Winslow @SA_PIRSA giving an overview of the recent Carbon Footprint Feasibility Extension workshops. Great #collabo&
3 days ago
Events
- 16Aug
SARDI root health workshop, Wirrulla
Underperforming crops? Get to the root of the problem!Growers and advisors are invited to attend this SAGIT funded workshop to investigate the impacts of soil-borne root diseases on plant he... - 17Aug
SARDI root health workshop, Cleve
Underperforming crops? Get to the root of the problem!Growers and advisors are invited to attend this SAGIT funded workshop to investigate the impacts of soil-borne root diseases on plant he...
Alerts
- There are currently no alerts
Page Last Reviewed: 20 Jun 2022