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The Tasmanian Government is taking swift action, in partnership with Biosecurity Tasmania, following the detection of Potato mop-top virus in the North West.Potato mop-top virus can affect the leaves, shoots and tubers of potato plants, distorting th...

The presence of Piscirickettsia salmonis, an endemic bacteria found in southern Tasmania, has persisted in salmon throughout winter.It is being closely monitored by the Department of Natural Resources and Environment.We know the salmon mortalities ov...

Tasmania’s first Centre of Excellence for Shearing and Wool Handling is officially open, providing state-of-the-art facilities all in one spot.The Centre has been established at the Campbell Town Showgrounds, with shearing sheds and associated ...

Construction is now complete, and the water is flowing on the $7 million Ellendale water supply pipeline, marking a major milestone for regional Tasmania.The construction of the pipeline allows water to successfully flow between Ellendale’s wat...

The Tasmanian Government has released the latest findings of an independent survey of wild fallow deer in Tasmania. The aerial survey was conducted in late 2024 across the main deer range of central Tasmania to the east coast.  The results show ...

The Tasmanian Government has developed a new research program which aims to provide practical solutions for the management of potato mop-top virus.Developed in collaboration with the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture and industry, the Tasmanian Gove...

Tasmanians are invited to have their say on the future of State’s agriculture sector through the development of a new long-term strategy. Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Gavin Pearce, said our Government is delivering for Tasmanians ...

Tasmania’s Northern Midlands Irrigation Scheme project has now reached not one, but two key milestones - bringing 25.5 billion litres of water one step closer to local farms.More than 100 kilometres of pipeline, around two-thirds of its total, ...

The Tasmanian Government is continuing to strengthen our biosecurity system, building on the advantages of being an island state to reduce the risk of pests and diseases crossing our borders.Brand new produce x-ray machines have been installed at Hob...

The Tasmanian Government has released the Rural Water Use Strategy Progress Report for 2025, highlighting the strong progress made in collaboration with various water management agencies. The Rural Water Use Strategy serves as Tasmania’s long-t...

This year’s Agribusiness Insights Report has been released, providing a valuable snapshot of the state’s agricultural sector.The 2024-25 Report was developed by the Tasmanian Government, in consultation with industry and key stakeholders,...

The successful rebate scheme for goat and lamb eID tags has received a significant boost, with the rebate now extended to cover nine National Livestock Identification Scheme (NLIS) accredited tags.Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Gavin Pear...

The Tasmanian Government is calling for consultation over the Federal Labor Government’s planned sell-off of Defence facilities across the state.The proposed plan to sell-off eight properties and end leases at seven cadet training facilities ra...

Construction has begun on the new Sassafras Wesley Vale Irrigation Scheme Augmentation, which will deliver more water to farmers in the northwest Tasmanian region.Increased water supply will be a key enabler for farmers in the region, allowing them t...

The Tasmanian Government is calling for community feedback to help shape the next Tasmanian Cat Management Plan.The next Plan will build on the significant progress made since 2017 through the previous Tasmanian Cat Management Plan, which marked the ...

The Tasmanian Government is working with farmers, agribusiness and rural support organisations to develop a new long-term Agriculture Strategy, supporting growth, resilience and innovation across the sector.The development of the Strategy is one step...

The Tasmanian Government has released the summary report of recent public submissions on the wild fallow Deer Management Policy Review 2025. 836 submissions were received from a diverse range of stakeholders, including recreational hunters, landholde...

Older Tasmanian golf club members have made the most of a popular government program helping ease the costs associated with sport and active recreation.The Ticket to Wellbeing program offers eligible Tasmanians aged 65 and over a $100 voucher to spen...

The first and only indoor swimming facility serving the entire southern beaches area is coming to life. The Tasmanian Government is investing $1.5m in this important community infrastructure.Acting Minister for Sport, Gavin Pearce, said the project h...

The gross farm-gate value of Tasmania’s agriculture industry has increased by 15 per cent to $2.83 billion, up from $2.46 billion in 2022-23.Released today, the latest Tasmanian Agri Food ScoreCard shows 2023-24 was another strong year for Tasm...

The Tasmanian Government is backing in landholders to protect and improve natural assets on their property.Funded through the Tasmanian Government’s Landcare Action Grants program, Landcare Tasmania has delivered grant funding to 23 organisatio...

Tasmanian communities and organisations will be able to continue to invest in and develop community-led drought and climate initiatives, with the Albanese and Rockliff governments investing $4.4 million through to 2029.The Australian Government, thro...

The Albanese and Rockliff governments are extending the highly successful Farm Business Resilience (FBR) program through to 2029, with a further $6.2 million for the second phase of the program announced today.The FBR program is a joint initiative fu...

As the Tasmanian Government continues to work with farmers and agribusiness to develop a new long term agriculture strategy, the 2026-27 Budget invests $193 million in the continuous growth of our agriculture industry.Minister for Primary Industries ...