Organic farming

The organic industry is rapidly becoming a significant player in the global agricultural production scene. With estimated annual growth of up to 20% per year, the industry is fast moving away from its “niche” industry status and into the mainstream agriculture. NSW DPI supports the industry in its growth and development, through providing expert advice and support.

NSW has an organic industry that consists of over 1000 accredited producers, with a farm gate value of over $108 million. The key organic products are fruit, vegetables, dairy, wheat and other cereals, soybeans, rice, wool, sheep meat, beef, wine and herbs.

Organic farming

Organic certtification and conversion

Organic grain production

Organic vegetable production

Organic horticultural production

Organic livestock production

Organic fertilisers and pesticides

Links

Bookshop

Research

  • Health Sciences Branch
    The Health Sciences Branch undertakes research on plant and animal health, food science, weeds, vertebrate pest management and economic evaluation.

Research projects

Organic Pioneers Awards

Organic Pioneers Award

Visit the Organic Pioneers Award page for information and nomination form.

PROfarm course

Find out more about PROfarm.
See the list of all courses available.

Advisory services

Related web links


Organic News
Organic News is a regular newsletter that presents research results, field day reports, upcoming events and other information relevant to organic agriculture.