Media Releases

The Minns Government is continuing its efforts to safeguard primary industries from bushfire threats, with a raft of projects announced today to help protect critical plantation timber in southern NSW under the Government’s $13 million Plantation Fire Protection funding package.

An exciting new prefabrication building company based in Central West NSW is helping to address the state’s current housing crisis, while also sourcing local timber and creating local jobs.

New gross margin calculations have shown that prime lamb production and replacement purchases emerged as the top-performing sheep enterprises of 2024, demonstrating resilience in a dynamic industry.

This Christmas, enjoy the season with sustainable, locally-sourced NSW seafood – the perfect addition to any festive table.

Don’t let food poisoning spoil the festive fun

- Biosecurity

Inviting food poisoning to your festive feast is a recipe for disaster, the NSW Food Authority warns.

Specialised trainers deployed across Australia to combat Varroa mite

- Agriculture; Biosecurity

A team of 48 specialised Varroa Trainers have been upskilled and appointed across every Australian state and territory to help beekeepers prepare for Varroa mite.

As the 2024 festive season approaches, authorities are intensifying efforts to tackle illegal seafood sales across NSW.

Measured Goats 1 - Credit Photographer N. Leighton

Measured Goats project enhances genetic selection tools for goatmeat industry

- Agriculture; Research & Development

A $3.7M co-investment between the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (NSW DPIRD) and Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) is accelerating genetic improvements in Australian goat herds through the Measured Goats project.

Those fishing on Oberon Dam are reminded to thoroughly clean their vessels and fishing gear after use following confirmation of a recent outbreak of epizootic haematopoietic necrosis virus (EHNV) affecting redfin perch at the site.