About PIRSA

Primary Industries and Resources SA (PIRSA) is a key economic development agency within the South Australian Government.

PIRSA’s goals contribute to achieving South Australia’s Strategic Plan targets. The Plan is an ambitious long-term ‘triple bottom line’ focus around 79 key targets for improving the wellbeing for all South Australians.

PIRSA’s goal of fostering environmentally sustainable and internationally competitive industries is set in targets in South Australia's Strategic Plan. These targets include increasing exports to $25 billion by 2013, lifting mining exploration investment to $100 million a year by 2007, and boosting annual mineral production and processing to $4 billion by 2020. Other targets are towards the alignment of State and local strategic plans, sustainable communities and increasing the level of volunteerism.

PIRSA plays a key role in contributing to the sustainable planning and development of South Australia’s natural, industrial and community assets. PIRSA works with industry to manage resources sustainably and enhance their value chains. PIRSA also works with communities to enhance the amenity and sustainability of their built environments.

The efforts of the Agency are directed towards:

  • reducing barriers to industry investment and exports
  • facilitating priorities for the use of land and planning optimal community development
  • facilitating the application of new technologies, services, products and knowledge through its strong partnerships with industry sectors, market intelligence and regional communities.

PIRSA’s business activities are provided throughout South Australia and include:

  • Agricultural and horticultural industry and policy development
  • Fisheries and aquaculture management and industry development
  • Minerals and petroleum exploration and development
  • Sustainable resources management including soil, landcare and productive use of water
  • Development planning
  • Rural and remote community support services
  • State / Local Government relations

PIRSA also plays a leading role in research and development through the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) (external site)