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
H5 avian influenza has been confirmed in WA. 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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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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Watch the PestFacts May webinar
If you couldn't join the PestFacts SA webinar in May, you can watch the recording.
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Helicoverpa moth monitoring network returns for 2026
The PestFacts SA Helicoverpa moth monitoring network is once again under way, helping growers and advisers keep track of native budworm moth activity throughout the season.
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Watch for faba bean aphids
Faba bean aphid is an exotic species that has the potential to affect faba beans and vetch. Learn how to identify and look for this lesser-known pest.
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Check your cereal crops for Russian wheat aphids
Recent rainfall, emerging cereal crops and the presence of green bridge hosts mean conditions are favourable for Russian wheat aphid populations to establish and spread.
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