NSW Department of Primary Industries

NSW Drought Assistance Van

The Drought Assistance Van is coming to the Australian National Field Days, Narromine, Trangie, Warren and Cobar. Visit DroughtHub for more details.

State Seasonal Update
State Seasonal Update

State Seasonal Update

Widespread drought conditions continued to affect New South Wales (NSW) during September 2019. Prolonged drought conditions and an unfavourable three month rainfall outlook continue to provide challenging hydrological and
agronomic forward scenarios.

EOI - Young Farmer Business Program Advisory Committee

DPI is calling for Expressions of Interest for four independent members to join its Young Farmer Business Program Advisory Committee.

Bushfire response

NSW DPI supports the NSW Rural Fire Service during a bush fire emergency. More on the current situation and important contact details. Being prepared is a key to minimising the impacts of fire on your property, your family and your animals.

Victoria Blinkhorn, Simone Cattorall, Minister Adam Marshall, Uralla Shire Mayor Mick Pearce and Meg Carmichael
Victoria Blinkhorn, Simone Cattorall, Minister Adam Marshall, Uralla Shire Mayor Mick Pearce and Meg Carmichael

Face-to-face state drought support rolls into the region

A state-of-the-art emergency command vehicle is now on the road and bringing front line drought assistance to the region’s farmers.

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Research and development

As world leaders in food and fibre innovation, we are ranked in the top 1% of research organisations around the globe and we work closely and collaboratively with industry, and public and private organisations.

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