NSW Department of Primary Industries

Ahead of the NSW state election on 25 March 2023, the NSW Government caretaker period has commenced. Limited updates will be made to this website during this period.

NSW Bushfire Emergency 2023 -
In emergencies call 000, for agricultural and animal services assistance call 1300 795 299.
Varroa Mite Emergency Response -
Information about varroa mite and how the emergency response affects you. Find out how you can help protect the NSW honey industry
Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) -
Information about FMD and advice for livestock owners.
Ocean Surveillance
Ocean Surveillance

White Spot Response

A biosecurity control order is in place until 29 March 2023, following confirmation of White Spot on two NSW prawn farms and to support tracing and surveillance activities as part of the response.

DPI Research Prospectus
DPI Research Prospectus

DPI Research Prospectus

Through leading research, world class industry projects and future-focused activities, DPI solves challenges and uncovers the valuable opportunities within Primary Industries for a better today and prosperous tomorrow.

Implementation of eID for sheep and goats

The rollout of electronic identification for sheep and goats in NSW is explained in the recently released implementation plan.

NSW Agriculture Commissioner reports available

View the NSW Agriculture Commissioner's reports on landuse conflict and renewable energy, as well as the Government's response

seafood
seafood

Applications now open for Eat More NSW Seafood 2023 Grants

Grants of up to $100,000 are now available for seafood business to drive the value of NSW seafood through increased awareness and consumption. Applications close 17 March 2023.

Varroa mite compensation for beekeepers

An $18 million compensation package has been developed for registered beekeepers affected by the varroa mite outbreak, under an agreement reached by governments and industry.

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NSW Department of Primary Industries

The role of DPI

NSW DPI works hand-in-hand with producers – through droughts, floods, fires and biosecurity challenges – to drive stronger primary industries.

Learn about DPI research success

NSW DPI is globally recognised as a top 1% plant, animal and environmental sciences research organisation.

Real people, real stories from our state's primary industries.

Take a look at the full breadth of our stories, our researchers and our innovation on our publishing platform, DPI Stories.

DPI Commercial services

DPI can provide a variety of commercial and technical services to industry while partnering and collaborating in research, development, innovation and ag-tech solutions.

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