NSW Department of Primary Industries

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State Seasonal Update
State Seasonal Update

State Seasonal Update

Drought conditions remain widespread across NSW, particularly in the entire western area of the state which is managing a prolonged drought event.

High Risk of More Fish Deaths near Menindee

DPI is preparing for weather fluctuations this week in the Menindee region, similar to those which prompted large scale fish deaths in December and January.

Primary Industries Climate Change Research Strategy

Read more on the seven targeted projects.

Visit the new DPI SharkSmart website

Learn more about the NSW Government's Shark Management Strategy.

Drought Assistance in NSW

DroughtHub is a one-stop source of information on NSW drought assistance and support services available for drought affected primary producers, their families and communities.

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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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