From 1 July 2024, we became part of the newly formed NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development with a focus on [Agriculture and Biosecurity](https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/department-of-regional-nsw/our-divisions/agriculture-and-biosecurity "Redirects to external website") and [Fisheries and Forestry](https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/department-of-regional-nsw/our-divisions/fisheries-and-forestry "Redirects to external website"). This site is undergoing construction to reflect these changes.
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Forecast weather conditions -
Landholders on the North Coast of NSW are urged to plan ahead. Visit Floods and storms for more information about how to prepare.
](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/emergencies/floods "Forecast weather conditions")[
Red Imported Fire Ant -
Fire ant detected in northern NSW - be on the look out
](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/bfs/insect-pests/rifa "Red Imported Fire Ant")
Sheep and goat eID changes have taken effect
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Reminder:Â mandatory electronic identification (eID) is set to take effect from 1 January 2025.
New Guidelines to support sustainable dairy development in NSW
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The NSW dairy industry will be better equipped to address the evolving challenges facing the sector following the launch of updated Dairy Development and Environmental Guidelines.
BioResponse NSW app
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Providing users with real time information on biosecurity emergencies in NSW. Download the app now.
Southern Multi-breed calving season concludes for 2024
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The NSW dairy industry will be better equipped to address the evolving challenges facing the sector following the launch of updated Dairy Development and Environmental Guidelines.
Help reduce the spread of biosecurity threats
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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.
New Online Varroa Management Tool empowers Australian beekeepers
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An innovative new online Varroa Management Tool has been launched, designed to help commercial and recreational beekeepers manage the challenges of Varroa mite
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Sheep and goat eID changes have taken effect[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/bfs/your-role-in-biosecurity/primary-producers/nlis/eID "Sheep and goat eID changes have taken effect")
New Guidelines to support sustainable dairy development in NSW[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/about-us/media-centre/releases/2024/general/new-guidelines-to-support-sustainable-dairy-development-in-nsw-now-available-online "New Guidelines to support sustainable dairy development in NSW")
BioResponse NSW app[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/emergencies/emergency/management/bioresponse "BioResponse NSW app")
Southern Multi-breed calving season concludes for 2024[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/about-us/media-centre/releases/2024/general/thats-a-wrap-southern-multi-breed-calving-season-concludes-for-2024 "Southern Multi-breed calving season concludes for 2024")
Help reduce the spread of biosecurity threats[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/about-us/media-centre/releases/2024/general/redfin-deaths-in-oberon-dam-help-reduce-the-spread-of-biosecurity-threats "Help reduce the spread of biosecurity threats")
New Online Varroa Management Tool empowers Australian beekeepers[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/about-us/media-centre/releases/2024/general/new-online-varroa-management-tool-empowers-australian-beekeepers "New Online Varroa Management Tool empowers Australian beekeepers")
### I want to
* [Visit flood and storm assistance](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/emergencies/floods)
* [Go to RecoveryHub](https://www.droughthub.nsw.gov.au/planning/drought-recovery "Redirects to external website")
* [Go to BushfireHub](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/emergencies/bushfires)
* [Go to DroughtHub](https://www.droughthub.nsw.gov.au/ "Redirects to external website")
* [Get a fishing licence](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/recreational/recreational-fishing-fee)
* [Check fishing rules and regulations](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/recreational/fishing-rules-and-regs)
* [Get a hunting licence](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/hunting/hunting-licences)
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NSW Department of Primary Industries
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[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/about-us/who-we-are)
**Our Role**
We work hand-in-hand with producers – through droughts, floods, fires and biosecurity challenges – to drive stronger primary industries.
[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/about-us/research-and-development)
**Research & Development**
We are globally recognised as a top 1% plant, animal and environmental sciences research organisation.
[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi-stories)
**Our Stories**
Take a look at the full breadth of our stories, our researchers and our innovation on our publishing platform.
[](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/dpi/about-us/who-we-are/doing-business-with-us)
**Working with Us**
We can provide a variety of commercial and technical services to industry while partnering and collaborating in research, development, innovation and ag-tech solutions.
[www.dpi.nsw.gov.au](https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au)