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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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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New trials to boost emerging hemp industry
The Malinauskas Government is investing $500,000 to support industrial hemp production in South Australia through new trials and industry support grants.
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Bird flu surveillance to keep ahead of the spread
Wildlife and livestock surveillance activities are underway in South Australia following the detection of H5 bird flu in two vagrant migratory seabirds in Western Australia.
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Help protect SA from H5 bird flu
South Australians are advised to be aware after H5 bird flu was confirmed in a vagrant migratory seabird in Western Australia - marking the first time this strain has been detected in Australia.
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Weekly detections map
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is continuing to see steady numbers of Queensland fruit fly detections in the Riverland,
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National Office for Algal Bloom Research opens in Adelaide
Australia’s first dedicated central hub for algal bloom research has opened in Adelaide.
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