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Hendra virus

Horse owners should remain vigilant to minimise exposure of their horses.

Agricultural landscapeAgricultural Industry Action Plan - have your say

NSW Department of Primary Industries has released an Issues Paper seeking stakeholder input to address the challenges and opportunities for the agriculture sector over the next 10 years.

droughtA new approach for drought management

NSW is introducing new measures to help farmers prepare for and manage the impacts of drought.

Bushfire alertBushfire

Natural disaster assistance for NSW areas affected by bushfires has been announced. View the latest information on the current situation.

Local Land ServicesLocal Land Services

A modern approach to deliver services to landowners

Farmer of the yearFarmer of the Year Award 2012

The 2012 finalists have been announced.

Wild dog management strategyNSW Wild Dog Management Strategy 2012-2015

The Strategy aims to minimise the negative impacts of wild dogs on primary production, the environment and the wider community by clearly defining the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders.

PigeonParamyxovirus in pigeons

Cases of pigeon paramyxovirus have been detected in Sydney. NSW pigeon owners are advised to vaccinate their birds to protect them from the disease.

Fruit flyQueensland Fruit Fly outbreaks

There are currently more than 150 Queensland Fruit Fly outbreaks throughout the NSW Fruit Fly Exclusion Zone and Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area.

Land use planningLand Use Planning

Assists proponents and local councils plan for sustainable agricultural development with policies and guidelines, information on agricultural mapping and statistical data.

Variety ChooserNEW - Free Variety Chooser App

Download the free "CropMate VarietyChooser” app for your iPhone, iPod and iPad today.

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Training to meet the needs of NSW farmers, primary industries, agribusiness and the community

Spotlight

  • Review of the LHPA: Consultant's Report
  • European House Borer
  • CropMate - a weather companion for farmers
  • The Smart Farms Projects, improving nutrient management & water use efficiency

Latest publications

Jun 2013Pig nutrition: get the mix right (Primefact 1293)
Jun 2013A diet fit for a pig: seven basic rules (Primefact 1292)
May 2013Northern grains region trial results
May 2013Biosecurity for organic grain farmers (Primefact 1302)
Apr 2013Exotic Pest Alert: Spotted wing drosophila (Primefact 1297)
Apr 2013Exotic Pest Alert: Plum curculio (Priemfact 1295)
Apr 2013Exotic Pest Alert: Little cherry virus (Primefact 1269)
Apr 2014Exotic Pest Alert: Black cherry fruit fly and Western cherry fruit fly (Primefact 1294)
Apr 2014Maize silage - Costing and gross margin calculator instructions (Primefact 1299)

News releases

  • 18 Jun 2013
    Learn the latest on soil carbon to increase farm productivity
  • 17 Jun 2013
    Grain and beef producer to receive 2013 Farrer Memorial Medal
  • 14 Jun 2013
    Owners encouraged to vaccinate their horses against Hendra
  • 14 Jun 2013
    Animal welfare protected by new livestock transport standards
  • 13 Jun 2013
    Salinity solution saves soil
  • 13 Jun 2013
    DPI developing new biological alternatives for cotton pests
more news releases
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Upcoming courses

  • 20th Jun 2013
    Chainsaw - Trim & cross-cut felled trees
  • 20th Jun 2013
    Chainsaw - Trim & cross-cut felled trees
  • 22nd Jun 2013
    Wine making and the industry - (Introduction)
  • 24th Jun 2013
    Training and assessment, Certificate IV
  • 24th Jun 2013
    Chainsaw - Trim & cross-cut felled trees
  • 25th Jun 2013
    SMARTtrain chemical application (Level 3)
  • 25th Jun 2013
    Forklift licence preparation
  • 26th Jun 2013
    SMARTtrain Level 3 reaccreditation
Full course list

Events

  • 12th Jul 2013
    Mudgee Small Farm Field Days
  • 14th Jul 2013
    Belgenny Farm Bridal Expo
  • 1st Sep 2013
    Father's Day at Belgenny Farm
  • 9th Sep 2013
    17th NSW Weeds Conference
  • 17th Sep 2013
    Henty Machinery Field Days
  • 25th Sep 2013
    Condobolin Agricultural Research and Advisory Station Annual Field Day
  • 24th Oct 2013
    Australian National Field Days
  • 25th Dec 2013
    Christmas Day Lunch at Belgenny Farm
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