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Pygmy perch living large in Grafton

30 October 2020 - Fishing

A tiny, endangered native fish is getting a helping hand at NSW Department of Primary Industries Grafton Fisheries Research Institute to ensure the future survival of the species in the wild.

New Plan for NSW Dairy Industry

28 October 2020 - Agriculture

NSW Fresh Milk and Dairy Advocate Ian Zandstra has released a draft Action Plan for the state’s dairy industry and invited industry stakeholders and the community to comment.

DPI researcher wins Premier’s Prize for Science & Engineering

28 October 2020 - Research & Development

NSW Department of Primary Industries Senior Principal Research Scientist, Dr David Hopkins has received one of the NSW Premier’s Prizes for Science & Engineering in the category Innovation in Public Sector Science & Engineering.

Agri-tech virtual innovation on show

27 October 2020 - Agriculture

The latest in Agricultural technology and innovation will be on show as part of the GATE Virtual 2020 event, hosted by NSW Department of Primary Industries’ Global Ag-Tech Ecosystem on 28 October.

Chickpea industry bolstered by $30 million investment

23 October 2020 - Agriculture; Research & Development; Ministerial

A national chickpea breeding program would be launched from the NSW Department of Primary Industries Tamworth Agricultural Institute under a $30 million plan to boost production and exports, Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall announced today.

Cool climate wine maker recognised as industry best

23 October 2020 - Agriculture

Justin Jarrett has been awarded the 2019 Graham Gregory Award in recognition of his contribution to the NSW wine industry through sustainable and organic viticulture.

Grain growers urged to look for fall armyworm in crops

20 October 2020 - Agriculture; Biosecurity

Farmers have been urged to be on the lookout for signs of damage and the presence of fall armyworm larvae in summer crops following the recent trapping of moths in the Lower Namoi.

Foreign workers pilot program endorsed to help fill labour shortage

17 October 2020 - Agriculture; Ministerial

The NSW Government has today provided conditional approval for more than 350 skilled workers to arrive from Fiji to help fill a labour shortage in the State’s abattoirs.

'Gone Fishing Day' lures fishos online in 2020

16 October 2020 - Fishing; Ministerial

The State’s biggest day on the fishing calendar is set to be transformed into a virtual fishing festival for 2020, Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall has announced.

New grain harvest operations training course

14 October 2020 - Agriculture

NSW Department of Primary Industries’ Tocal College has unveiled a new course which will provide people with the skills and knowledge to understand grain harvest operations.