http://www.new.dpi.vic.gov.au/home/newsMedia Releases for DPIDPI reminds grapegrowers to be vigilant for pests and diseases and apply the right hygiene practices2012-05-21http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/hygiene-practices-good-business-for-grapegrowersDPI is inviting producers to a free information day to be held at DSE Alexandra, Friday June 1.2012-05-18http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/good-grazing-from-the-ground-upA new DPI risk management project may help provide insights into paddock moisture levels.2012-05-18http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/what-will-you-sow-in-your-last-paddockA Preston man will be charged on summers for taking undersize snapper at Mornington this week2012-05-18http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/angler-to-face-charges-over-undersize-snapperDPI will host a free farm forestry seminar at Stargrow, Attwood on Friday, May 252012-05-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/turning-farm-grown-logs-into-timberFisheries officers were stunned when a boat inspection at Mordialloc last night revealed a huge catch2012-05-11http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/huge-illegal-snapper-haul-angers-fisheries-officersA team has observed paddocks across the Wimmera as part of the Cropland Management Transect survey.2012-05-11http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/transect-team-tracks-wimmera-stubble-managementA Gooram property owner has been found guilty for failing to control rabbits.2012-05-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/failing-to-control-rabbits-costs-gooram-landownerTwo Springvale men will be charged on summons after allegedly being caught with 31 snapper hidden.2012-05-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/hidden-snapper-should-prove-costly-in-courtThree men were issued infringement notices on Sunday after allegedly taking too many abalone.2012-05-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/13fish-call-halts-illegal-abalone-haulBeef producers have a chance to examine beef business profit drivers for today and the future....2012-05-01http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/chance-to-dial-in-and-beef-up-your-farm-businessProducers will hear the latest on lamb survival research during a national phone seminar on May 11.2012-04-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/lamb-survival-seminar-to-provide-latest-researchCattle producers can hone their skills and rofitability during a Strathdownie field day on May 11.2012-04-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/focus-on-quality-at-strathdownie-betterbeef-dayVictoria's worst water hyacinth outbreak has been detected at a lake in Melbourne's western suburbs.2012-04-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/worst-water-hyacinth-outbreak-found-in-outer-melbourneBurning stubble in pulse crops reduced yields by up to 25 per cent according to 2011 DPI research.2012-04-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/burning-stubble-on-trial-at-rupanyup-pulse-siteAspects of profitable beef breeding will be discussed during a field day at Willaura on May 10.2012-04-26http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/learn-secrets-of-profitable-beef-breeding-systemsDPI is advising producers to prepare flocks for cold weather snap with adequate shelter and feed2012-04-26http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/sheep-and-cold-weatherDPI scientist Chris Pittock says it is important to weigh up all the options before burning stubble.2012-04-20http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/smoke-signals-time-to-ask-the-burning-questionsSheep producers are invited to attend the upcoming Making More from Sheep forum2012-04-19http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/forum-to-help-producers-make-more-from-sheepForums on climate variability will be held on the Mornington Peninsula on May 4 and 52012-04-19http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/free-forum-helps-farmers-understand-weatherMedia release about the Phillip Island gorse control program2012-04-19http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/phillip-island-gorse-control-program-delivers-resultsA highly invasive weed was found on display at the Bairnsdale Makers Market last month.2012-04-13http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/prohibited-weed-found-at-bairnsdale-marketDPI is in continuing discussions on the new design of the Morwell main drain.2012-04-12http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/earth-resources/media-statement-in-relation-to-morwell-main-drainThe public can have their say online about the review of the code of practice governing dog and cat breeders2012-04-11http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/pets/online-survey-to-help-review-of-dog-and-cat-breeders-codeDPI has released a new brochure on carbon and emissions on-farm and will also run a webinar session.2012-04-10http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/making-cent$-of-carbon-and-emissions-on-farm-webinar-seriesThe race is on to protect new growth at Lake Hindmarsh, in the Wimmera from hungry rabbits.2012-04-05http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/rabbits-targeted-to-save-lake-hindmarsh-native-plantsDPI's Pig Health and Research Unit successfully held seminars aimed at increasing pig survivability2012-04-05http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/pig-survivability-seminars-a-squealing-successAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander land owners and managers free DPI land management training2012-04-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/indigenous-land-owner-and-manager-trainingThe Easter break is providing great recreational fishing opportunities in Victoria2012-04-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/easter-break-the-perfect-time-for-family-fishing-funMelbourne man given a suspended jail term for assaulting a Fisheries officer at Sorrento last year.2012-03-29http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/suspended-jail-term-for-assaulting-a-fisheries-officerQueenscliff Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre has a school holiday program to entertain kids.2012-03-28http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/see-creatures-of-the-sea-at-queenscliff-this-autumnAt this time annual grasses and weeds are browning off, but serrated tussock is green and growing.2012-03-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/perfect-time-to-identify-serrated-tussockTwo Melbourne men may face heavy fines after allegedly being caught with 23 snapper hidden in a boat2012-03-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/operation-rotor-uncovers-hidden-snapperCarbon Farming – what’s in it for farmers? is a free event at DPI Horsham this Thursday, March 29.2012-03-26http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/make-a-date-for-historic-wcfa-carbon-farming-dayCroppers have two new pea varieties with improved resistance to bacterial blight for this seasoon.2012-03-26http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/peas-bring-new-hope-for-australian-pulse-growth2DPI advising producers to monitor stock in the likelihood of water supply contamination post floods.2012-03-22http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/stock-water-quality-a-priority-in-flood-affected-areasPublic forum at Knoxfield on April 12 to discuss review of code of conduct for cat and dog breeders2012-04-11http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/pets/public-forum-to-discuss-review-of-breeders-codePneumonia is a silent disease putting a hole in the pockets of Australia’s sheep producers.2012-03-19http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/silent-disease-eroding-sheep-producers-profits2Victoria’s duck hunting community has enjoyed fine weather .....2012-03-18http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/game-hunting/another-quiet-day-for-duck-opening-weekendThere has been a quiet start to the 2012 duck hunting season.2012-03-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/game-hunting/well-behaved-start-to-quiet-duck-openingEver wondered how scientists keep track of all the many 1000s of plots they grow in any one year?2012-03-16http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-staff-to-reveal-how-they-dont-lose-the-plotsIt seems Apiarist Rob Arnts was destined for a life on the land2012-03-16http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/farmplan21-is-the-bees-kneesA floodlight has been built at Yarrambat Lake fly casting pool so fishers can practice at night.2012-03-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/yarrambat-floodlight-delivers-fly-fishing-night-funA call to13FISH quickly proved costly for a man caught with 16 undersize snapper in Geelong2012-03-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/geelong-13fish-call-proves-costly-for-snapper-thiefAn OH&S list of potentially hazardous situations in private forestry is available on DPI website.2012-03-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/simple-checklist-for-safer-farm-forestry-operationsThis is one of the worst QFF seasons on record and home gardeners are vital in the fight against QFF2012-03-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/home-gardeners-vital-in-the-fight-against-fruit-flyDPI will be using aerial surveillance to inspect two Gippsland waterways for noxious weed Salvinia.2012-03-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/aerial-surveillance-to-check-for-spread-of-salviniaDPI have conducted aerial surveys of flood affected properties to pinpoint stranded livestock.2012-03-13http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/aerial-surveys-target-livestock-stranded-by-floodA swift response to a call made to DPI fisheries line, 13FISH, resulted in a man being fined.2012-03-13http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/13fish-call-results-in-fine-over-snapper-offencesDPI has completed a rabbit compliance program from Lochiel to Antwerp, after last year’s floods.2012-03-13http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/antwerp-landholders-hop-into-post-flood-rabbit-controlLandowners in the Goulburn Broken area are urged to report any sightings of the highly invasive weed2012-03-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-on-the-hunt-for-horsetailsDPI will host two seminars later this month focusing on maximising survivability of pigs.2012-03-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/register-today-to-help-your-pigs-surviveLandowners in the Goulburn Valley are being urged to report any sightings of the highly invasive2012-03-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/water-hyacinth-warning-to-goulburn-valley-residentsFisheries officers caught a group of abalone harvesters at Cowes who now face fines totalling $6100.2012-03-07http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/13fish-call-proves-costly-for-alleged-abalone-thievesNow is the time for Victorian dairy farmers to make their farms more productive and profitable2012-03-07http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dairy-effluent-makes-for-farmer-affluenceAnglers can suggest ideas and learn more about recreational fisheries at 13 forums around the state.2012-03-07http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/fishing-for-ideas-about-improving-anglingDPI is encouraging farmers in flood affected areas who need assistance to contact DPI on 136 186.2012-03-06http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/working-with-farmers-on-flood-recovery2Victoria’s “Climate Dog” animation series has a new addition to its litter - Eastie.2012-03-05http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/new-climate-dog-sheds-light-on-eastern-weatherRabbits in the Thompson’s Creek area near Geelong are being targeted by DPI2012-03-02http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/rabbit-control-tightens-to-protect-yarra-pygmy-perchA Prograze course in the Winchelsea and Moriac districts will start this month2012-03-02http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/looking-to-become-a-pasture-management-proA call to 13FISH offence reporting line has resulted in a Lake Bolac man being fined $1500.2012-03-01http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/13fish-call-nets-lake-bolac-man-a-$1500-fineDPI fines for failure to control ragwort, concerns raised by Cardinia and Yarra Ranges councils.2012-02-29http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/landholders-fined-for-failing-to-control-ragwortOne of Victoria’s favourite recreational family activities has gone high-tech with a new free app2012-02-29http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/smartphone-app-to-hook-fishing-facts-fastSeeing how research is tackling heatwaves in cropping areas is as simple as visiting the DPI website2012-02-29http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/videos-show-crop-responses-to-future-climatesTexas needle-grass was the topic of discussion at a recent awareness day2012-02-28http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/thriving-texan-number-one-concern-at-barfold-eventDPI cautions producers, feeding sheep on pastures containing panic grasses can sometimes prove fatal2012-02-28http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/panic-grasses-causing-problems-in-sheep-and-lambsFines issued to landholders after concerns about poor ragwort control in West Gippsland2012-02-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/landholders-fined-over-ragwort-in-west-gippslandMachinery hygiene for the prevention of weed spread is an important issue.2012-02-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/clean-machines-crucial-to-stopping-weed-spreadA series of workshops are being held to help porducers gain access to a quota for beef in the EU2012-02-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/chance-for-beef-producers-to-get-eu-accreditedDPI is conducting a Pivots and Laterals Irrigation course at Numurkah on March 28 & 29.2012-02-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/irrigation-training-course-to-save-water-and-dollarsThree Malaysian nationals have been jailed after they pleaded guilty to abalone trafficking.2012-02-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/three-abalone-traffickers-jailedfind the nearest horticultural service providers with the free Hort Service Finder iPhone app.2012-02-22http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/hort-service-finder-a-winning-application-for-horticultureDepartment of Primary Industries scientist Jason Brand has won the Wheat Research Foundation Award.2012-02-21http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-scientist-wins-wheat-research-foundation-prizeTo yearling mate or not? That is the question on many sheep producers’ minds.2012-02-20http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/things-to-consider-when-mating-yearling-ewesFisheries Officers observed two divers allegedly take about fifty times the daily limit of abalone2012-02-20http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/mordialloc-reef-stripped-of-abaloneThe coordinated effort to manage serrated tussock in the Glenelg Hopkins catchment continues2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/serrated-tussock-treatments-continue-in-glenelg-hopkinsA former pig owner pleaded guilty in a Latrobe Valley court to 11 charges of cruelty.2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/former-gippsland-pig-owner-convicted-over-crueltySheep producers are invited to join the South West Prime Lamb Group at a field day near Branxholme2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/branxholme-field-day-to-target-drenching-of-adult-ewesHear NSW DPI industry expert Chris Shands at a ewe scanning workshop at Birregurra on February 22.2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/is-scanning-for-ewe-find-out-at-birregurra-eventVisitors to DPI will look forward and look back at the Wimmera Machinery Field Days on March 6-8.2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-looking-forward,-looking-back-at-wimmera-field-daysWimmera Fisheries Officers are concerned about incidents involving illegal use of Opera House nets.2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/public-urged-to-help-protect-their-yabby-fisheryClimate variability brings challenges and new opportunities for producers according to Julian Cribb.2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/click-into-agricultures-future-at-dpi-online-webinarSunraysia residents need to maintain good garden hygiene practices to help prevent QFF2012-02-13http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/play-your-part-in-fruit-fly-prevention-in-sunraysiaTwo men from Inglewood have recently been prosecuted and fined for illegal fishing.2012-02-10http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/illegal-fishing-is-the-message-getting-throughMaking the most of social media is just a click away according to speakers at DPI's Talk in the Park2012-02-17http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/get-socially-excited-at-dpis-talk-in-the-parkChinese visitors received a taste of Australia during a two-day visit to DPI Horsham.2012-02-09http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/chinese-visitors-feast-on-kangaroo-and-scienceDuck hunters will need to start studying soon if they want to pass their Waterfowl Identification..2012-02-09http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/game-hunting/time-to-sit-test-before-duck-season-startsLandholders are invited to come and hear about the problems that Texas needle grass is causing in th2012-02-07http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/campaspe-field-day-bigger-than-texasDPI and North Central CMA join forces to combat alligator weed north of Bendigo2012-02-07http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/agencies-join-forces-to-combat-alligator-weedDPI has acted quickly to safeguard the welfare of chickens at six broiler farms located in Northern2012-02-06http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/statement-from-dr-hugh-millar-executive-director-biosecurity-victoriaWater is key to lifestyle properties so landholders must understand the supply options available.2012-02-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/knowing-your-water-supply-options-a-summer-mustPort Phillip and Westernport landholders are urged to monitor their properties for Scotch thistle2012-02-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/vigilance-urged-to-reduce-spread-of-scotch-thistleA free forum on the weather and climate, with Jane Bunn, will be held in Serpentine on 14 February .2012-02-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/jane-bunn-discusses-the-weather-in-serpentineThe Civil Contractors Federation is leading the way in the prevention of weed spread2012-01-31http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/new-online-tools-set-to-prevent-weed-spreadDPI has begun a rabbit compliance program at Berriwillock to support works done by Landcare members2012-01-31http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-continues-to-target-rabbits-in-the-malleeThe operator of an Elmore livestock transport company has been fined $10,000 without2012-01-30http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/livestock-transporter-fined-$10,000-for-sheep-crueltyA new Queensland fruit fly (QFF) outbreak has been detected near Kenley2012-01-30http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/new-qff-outbreak-at-kenley-in-the-sunraysia-pest-free-areaPeter and Lyn Lang have steadily made improvements to their 100 hectares in Tallangatta.2012-01-27http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/whole-farm-planning-a-winner-for-tallangatta-farmerDPI has quarantined a commercial duck farm in two locations north-west of Melbourne2012-01-30http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/swift-action-to-contain-avian-influenzaRabbits are being targeted in Glenbrae to limit their impact on agriculture and the environment.2012-01-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/glenbrae-rabbits-the-target-of-dpi-programHome gardeners are a vital part of the battle against the Queensland fruit fly.2012-01-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/is-queensland-fruit-fly-in-your-gardenAn enforcement project to reduce the damage caused by rabbits is taking place west of Warrnambool2012-01-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/end-coming-for-warrnambool-seaside-rabbitsDPI scientists have been re-sampling cropping soils first studied in the late 1960’s.2012-01-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-opens-soil-time-capsule-in-the-wimmeraNew pig welfare standards have been introduced into Victoria2012-01-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/new-victorian-pig-welfare-standards-compulsoryThe Victorian citrus industry aims to increase exports when they tour two Asian countries this month2012-01-24http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/citrus-industry-on-a-missionTwo Hampton Park men are facing serious abalone penalties after allegedly being caught waiting for a2012-01-24http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/bus-stop-bust-lands-alleged-abalone-thieves-in-hot-waterThe Queensland fruit fly (QFF) Incident Management Team has been brought to full strength in Mildura2012-01-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/mallee-fruit-fly-eradication-team-off-to-a-flying-startLand managers are urged to register for the Lake Bolac FarmPlan21 course which starts on February 232012-01-20http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/register-now-for-farmplan21-at-lake-bolacFree DPI seminars to help find the ideal proportion for sowing perennial ryegrass this autumn.2012-01-18http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/free-seminars-to-focus-on-sowing-perennial-ryegrassWhat happens when you mix large volumes of organic matter into the subsoil of cropping paddocks?2012-01-19http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/high-rainfall-croppers-digging-deep-to-improve-yieldsTwo DPI field days were held in Colbinabbin last week to help raise awareness of spray drift risk2012-01-16http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-heightens-awareness-of-spray-drift-risksFourteen students will arrive on the Bellarine Peninsula tomorrow to learn more about marine science2012-01-16http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/future-marine-scientists-set-to-cruise-the-bellarineA man who threatened and abused Fisheries Officers when they caught him hiding illegal abalone in ..2012-01-12http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/hiding-abalone-in-underpants-costs-abusive-man-$5000The nutritional value of summer active pastures has been measured by DPI scientists at Hamilton2012-01-12http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/new-insights-into-the-quality-of-summer-feed-for-lambsEfforts to eradicate alligator weed will be boosted by survey work on West Gippsland waterways.2012-01-13http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/alligator-weed-search-startsPerfect for busy farmers and service providers, webinars gives easy access to valuable information.2012-01-10http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/2012-dpi-climate-webinar-seriesThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) says good progress is being made in the battle against2012-01-10http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/good-progress-in-the-sunraysia-qff-battleEncouraging cattle farmers to raise their awareness in identifying cancer of the eye.2012-01-09http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/raising-awareness-of-cancer-of-the-eye-in-cattleThe destructive plant disease myrtle rust has been found in Victoria for the first time2012-01-06http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/first-detection-of-myrtle-rust-in-victoriaUnusual for Australia, but lentils are being hand harvested on Horsham DPI breeding plots2012-01-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/humans-have-upper-hand-in-kindergarten-cropDPI is reminding sheep producers that the practice of grinding sheep teeth is prohibited.2012-01-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/tooth-grinding-in-sheep-is-prohibitedDPI warns of a rapid increase in rabbit numbers across Victoria this summer – landholders act now2012-01-03http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/long-term-dpi-data-confirms-rabbit-number-increaseHeat stress in cattle can become a major issue both for animal production levels and animal welfare2011-12-29http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/heat-stress-in-cattle-and-dairy-herdsDPI found juvenile serrated tussock plants in an eroded gully down stream from existing infestations2011-12-28http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-limits-serrated-tussock-spread-in-the-wimmeraDPI is alerting sheep producers to the possibility of outbreaks of disease due to Barber’s Pole worm2011-12-28http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/barbers-pole-wormInfringement Notices issued for failure to control gorse on properties around Glenlyon and Lauriston2011-12-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/landowners-fined-over-gorse-infestationsThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has decided to continue the restriction on pigeon events2011-12-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/pigeon-bans-to-continue-for-another-90-daysThe alleged theft of ten rock lobster will result in court appearances for two Geelong men2011-12-22http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/geelong-pair-charged-over-rock-lobster-theftLandholders hit by heavy rains are being urged to contact DPI if they have animal welfare concerns .2011-12-22http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-can-help-with-animal-welfare-advice-after-floodsA Lynbrook woman has been convicted and fined $700 for illegally taking pipis from Venus Bay.2011-12-21http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/three-pipi-collectors-convictedDPI is urging farmers not to use chemicals off-label during grains harvesting.2011-12-20http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-warning-on-off-label-herbicide-use-in-grain-cropsSigns in the Corryong area have been installed to mark the Corryong Potato Protection District (PPD)2011-12-16http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/protecting-potatoesQueenscliff’s Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre will run a summer holiday program for kids2011-12-13http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/port-phillip-marine-wonders-the-ticket-to-holiday-funDPI Coordinated effort to manage serrated tussock continues in the North Central catchment area.2011-12-12http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/serrated-tussock-treatments-continue-in-north-centralWine drinkers and milk-lovers now have even more reason to toast for ‘good health’ thanks to an2011-12-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/wine-drinkers-boost-eco-friendly-milk2DPI has today released two new chemical spraying videos online2011-12-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/online-advice-for-spraying-farm-chemicals-effectivelyThe Department of Primary Industries has issued a warning to land holders using the poison 10802011-12-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/1080-bait-users-and-dog-owners-share-responsibilityMore than 50 dairy service providers took a close look at what drives farmer change2011-12-06http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/a-fresh-look-at-farmer-change-for-dairy-service-providersBoasting everything from moon phases to bag limits, the increasingly popular Fisheries Victoria2011-12-08http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/free-2012-recreational-fisheries-calendar-out-nowGrowers have until July 26 2013 to use existing stocks of products containing parathion-methyl2011-12-01http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/popular-insecticide-now-off-the-marketA spray contracting company, its director and five employees are thousands of dollars worse off2011-12-01http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/ignoring-chemical-spray-label-instructions-proves-costlyThought and good management are needed when joining ewe lambs in the Wimmera and Mallee.2011-11-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/you-need-to-think-carefully-before-joining-ewe-lambsSee how five years of research could benefit your grazing systems at a field day on December 22011-11-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/five-years-of-research-captures-the-best-of-perennialsThe Department of Primary Industries has launched a full investigation into slaughter practices2011-12-01http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/statement-from-dr-hugh-millar-chief-veterinary-officer-of-victoriaA new rabbit management program will start in the Pentland Hills area near Bacchus Marsh2011-11-24http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/new-pentland-hills-program-set-to-reduce-rabbit-numbersA total of 47,000 Australian bass fingerlings have been released into seven Gippsland waterways.2011-11-24http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/bass-stocking-surging-forward-in-gippslandThe pros and cons of wrapping hay before it has fully cured.2011-11-24http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/farmers-have-choice-to-make-on-hay-windrowsA former Mallacoota abalone diver has been convicted of three counts of trafficking abalone.2011-11-23http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/licensed-abalone-diver-convicted-on-trafficking-chargesDPI biosecurity officers are urging landholders to help prevent the spread of serrated tussock2011-11-22http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/final-chance-to-control-serrated-tussock-in-corangamite-and-port-phillipDPI is hosting a free farm forestry seminar ‘Growing Healthy Forests’ at DPI Attwood on Friday October 282011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/growing-healthy-farm-forests-free-seminarOn Friday 16 September, Kaniva and Nhill district farmers and residents can learn about weather forecasting and climate2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/jane-bunn-to-talk-weather-at-kaniva-agfutures-forumDPI will search 196 Bellbrae properties for serrated tussock in coming months2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/on-the-search-for-serrated-tussock-at-bellbraeDPI is cracking down on serrated tussock in the Shire of Melton to ensure landowners control it prior to spring2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-cracking-down-on-serrated-tussock-in-meltonFarmers can hone their farm planning skills at Ararat district's first FarmPlan21 course on Thursday, 15 September2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/map-a-better-future-through-ararat-farmplan21-courseArarat district landholder fined $750 without conviction and ordered to pay court costs for failing to control rabbits2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/ararat-district-landowner-fined-for-not-controlling-rabbitsDPI is advising all farmers to be aware of the possibility of grass tetany in the coming months2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/watch-for-grass-tetanyDPI has completed it’s Boneseed compliance operation in North Central Victoria2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/boneseed-success-in-north-central-victoriaNeglected fruit trees on Robinvale properties will be the target of a spring offensive against Queensland fruit fly2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/spring-fruit-fly-offensive-coming-to-robinvaleDPI and Alpine Shire Council are working to protect Bright’s iconic oak stands & the region’s chestnut industry2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/chestnut-blight-eradication-continuesMornington Peninsula landholders with small cattle herds can register now for a series of 3 half-day workshops2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/managing-a-small-beef-herd-workshopsDPI have prepared a series of guidelines to help farmers and contractors conserve fodder this season2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/making-silage-from-pugged-paddocks-dpi-guideAustralian researchers have officially backed a new way of estimating dry matter consumption in dairy herds2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-study-revises-how-cows-eat-their-greensA Wimmera landowner has been convicted and fined $3000 for failing to control rabbits on his property2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/landowner-fined-$3000-for-failing-to-control-rabbitsThe Department of Primary Industries has updated its guide to the services it provides2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-outlines-key-services-to-victorian-grain-growersFarmers are encouraged to visit the Department of Primary Industries marquee at Sheepvention on August 1-22011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/information-aplenty-at-dpi-sheepvention-displayThe Marine Discovery Centre at Queenscliff is calling for volunteers2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/marine-discovery-centre-holiday-volunteers-wantedNorthern Victorian demonstration sites are showing soil moisture monitoring technology and a modern irrigation system is a strong combination...2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/monitoring-and-irrigation-prove-powerful-teamVictoria’s pig industry has a new guardian against disease and biosecurity threats...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/more-protection-for-victorias-pig-industryA free forum in Nullawil on April 5 will arm farm families with the information they need to make better decisions . . .2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/pasture-recovery-and-carbon-on-nullawil-forum-programLate last autumn sheep farmers discovered lambs born with swellings in their necks under the jaw, a condition known as goitre...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/goitre-prevention-is-better-than-cureThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) wants veterinary practitioners to submit samples from horses displaying unexplained...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/insect-borne-diseases-of-horsesA 70-year-old Braybrook man caught with 1.25 tonnes of abalone has been given a two-and-a-half year suspended jail sentence.....2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/heavy-penalties-for-abalone-crimesLivestock producers in the state’s north west should already be planning for the re-establishment of pastures on flood...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/pasture-renovation-a-key-to-recoveryA 59-year-old Paynesville man has been convicted and fined $1000 for harvesting an illegal volume of mussels from the Gippsland...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/illegal-mussel-haul-nets-fineA magistrate has handed out stiff penalties, including a jail term, to two men found guilty of taking more than double the legal limit for...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/jail-term-for-illegal-abalone-haulTwo Melbourne men will be charged on summons after allegedly being caught at Altona on the weekend with an illegal haul of...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/arrests-over-hidden-abalone-haulDepartment of Primary Industries scientists will be among the speakers at the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) Farming...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-scientists-to-speak-at-grdc-updateOperators of mechanical grape harvesters are reminded to follow the regulations relating to movement between grape...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/grape-harvesters-can-spread-phylloxeraThe Victorian Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is able to assist producers to locate the owners of stray stock...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-assists-with-return-of-stray-stockThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has had an increase in the number of reports of outbreaks of myxomatosis recently...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/increased-reports-of-myxomatosisRecreational anglers visiting coastal fishing spots now have the luxury of cleaning their catch in comfort thanks to 20 new fish cleaning...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/20-new-fish-cleaning-tables-for-anglersThe Victorian Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is declaring a 15 kilometre suspension zone in Sunraysia following...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/qld-fruit-fly-detected-at-robinvaleThree Melbourne men are facing charges after allegedly being caught with a huge haul of fish captured in an illegal net off Carrum...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/men-facing-charges-over-illegal-net-haulFisheries Victoria scientists have begun surveying Lake Nagambie and the anglers who fish there to determine the success of recent...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/lake-nagambie-fisheries-research-gets-underwayThe Department of Primary Industries is advising livestock producers that while the recent rain could provide valuable green feed...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/summer-rain-can-herald-problems-for-livestockThe warm, humid weather is causing serious problems for sheep farmers with flystrike continuing to be a big issue...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/flies-continue-to-strikeThe Victorian Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is reminding holiday travellers about the risks of carrying fruit into certain areas...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/carrying-fruit-could-cost-youRevenue received from the sale of Victorian recreational fishing licences has provided valuable fish habitat and improved fishing...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/licence-fees-at-work-for-mitchell-riverTwenty students from as far a field as Theodore in Queensland, Horsham, Bright, Portland, Kyneton, Kongwak and Wurdi Boluc...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/future-marine-scientists-dive-in-at-marine-discovery-centreA total of five people will be charged with fisheries offences after Fisheries Officers allegedly found them over the past week...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/pipi-thieves-nabbed-at-venus-bayThe discovery of 'white grains' in test samples have resulted in some wheat loads being rejected at grain receival sites this harvest...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/testing-times-after-white-grains-foundFreshwater anglers at Lake Wendouree have plenty to celebrate now the lake is nearly full, trout stocking has resumed and two...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/your-fishing-licence-fees-at-work-in-lake-wendoureeFisheries Officers from the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) will be undertaking a compliance operation targeting offences in the...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/fisheries-targetting-intertidal-zonesThe Department of Primary Industries is advising Ovens Valley communities and visitors to the region of the possibility of seeing fires...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/the-fight-against-chestnut-blightTwo men from Mallacoota, one a licensed abalone diver and quota holder will face court in February on commercial trafficking charges...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/abalone-haul-lands-two-men-in-courtA 44-year-old Sunshine man has been apprehended after two fishing nets were found in the Maribyrnong River on Sunday night...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/illegal-fishing-nets-in-maribynong-riverA two-month blitz focusing on pipi collection at Venus Bay, has seen 285 random inspections...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/blitz-on-illegal-pipi-harvest-at-venus-bayTechnology normally used to find Victoria’s mineral wealth has been put to use mapping another valuable underground resource...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-unveils-new-methods-for-mapping-aquifersThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is urging landholders to watch for signs of soil erosion after recent rains across Victoria...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/watch-for-soil-erosion-after-recent-rainsMurray cod have made a welcome return to West Wimmera’s Lake Charlegrark after an 11 year absence thanks to some...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/trust-funds-murray-cod-return-to-charlegrarkIn a bizarre twist, the recent floods have actually increased the risk of fires on rural properties...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/flooding-increases-the-risk-of-fireCroppers are being warned to watch for sprouting grain and to store at correct moisture levels...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/grain-growers-warned-of-sprout-riskRevenue from the sale of recreational fishing licences continues to fund projects that improve angling opportunities throughout Victoria...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/more-small-grants-to-improve-fishingWhen it comes to farmer groups, sheep producers have decided that only the best will do...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/sheep-producers-flock-to-best-new-groupsThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is advising sheep producers to be aware of the heightened risk of flystrike with the warm...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dont-get-struck-out-by-flystrikeWith all eyes focussed on the locust threat faced by communities across Victoria, visitors to the Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/if-its-not-one-pest-its-another-for-the-north-westVictorian consumers are being asked to keep a sharp eye out for infested fruit to guard against the threat of Queensland fruit fly...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/consumers-urged-to-report-suspect-nectarinesSilage contractors in Gippsland and Victoria’s south-west are reporting grub attacks on stretch-wrapped silage bales...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/sharp-eyed-farmers-urged-to-hunt-bullet-hole-grubThe Department of Primary Industries has again reminded beekeepers to move their hives away from sites where chemical...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/apiarists-urged-to-safeguard-bees-from-locust-threatA joint project between the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and Victoria University is investigating whether reducing...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/scientist-runs-rule-over-low-methane-milkScientists have turned detective and solved a Bairnsdale farmer’s dirt puzzle...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/scientists-turn-detective-and-dig-dirtThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) will begin surveys of vineyards and amenity vines in Victoria’s central west in December...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/expanding-protection-for-viticultureAerial surveillance to spot locusts in the Mallee region on public and private land is now complete on areas targeted...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/nowhere-to-hide-for-locusts-in-the-north-westThe Department of Primary Industries’ (DPI) has confirmed that small numbers of locusts have been found in Melbourne today...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/widespread-locust-reportsVictoria’s wheat harvest is currently shaping as better than the bumper 1983 season where over 3.8 million tonnes was harvested...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/annual-survey-points-to-strong-wheat-harvestSurveys have shown mice are no longer presenting a serious threat to most existing crops in northwest Victoria...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/mice-no-immediate-threat-to-victorian-cropsThe Department of Primary Industries is embarking on a huge community engagement campaign to make sure bands of locust...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/nearly-600-calls-made-to-ensure-locusts-treated-on-private-landThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has compiled a snapshot of where Australian Plague Locusts are banding...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/locust-bands-on-the-run-new-map-for-landholdersLonger lactations could offer dairy farmers the opportunity to sell higher-protein milk with improved cheese-yielding potential...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/extended-lactation-milk-passes-qa-testHatched locusts in the north west of Victoria are now banding and should be treated without delay...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/time-to-spray-locusts-in-the-north-west-is-nowFarmers know that supplementing their cow’s diet of pasture with grain boosts milk yields. However, sometimes they get less...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpi-study-investigates-how-now,-cow-chowFisheries Victoria has announced the 60 nominated open days for the recreational take of abalone from central Victorian marine waters for the 2010-11 season.2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/60-days-for-recreational-abalone-take-in-central-watersVisitors to the 2010 Elmore Field Days Woolshed heard lice are a common problem in Victorian sheep flocks, but are controllable...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/field-day-goers-flock-to-get-the-latest-on-sheep-liceVictorian rural women with a passion for primary industries have less than a week to apply for the 2011 Rural Industries Research and...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/2011-rural-womens-award-closing-soon!Changing the way farmers offer supplements to cows can increase their daily milk output by as much as two litres, according to...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/moving-meal-time-means-more-milk-dpi-researchThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is advising chestnut growers in north east Victoria that an order declaring a ‘restricted area’...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/restrictions-for-chestnut-and-oak-in-north-eastFarmers in flood-affected areas are being urged to carefully monitor haystacks for signs of heating, which can lead to haystack...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/flooded-hay-can-spontaneously-combustState Controller for Locusts Russell McMurray today reiterated that the DPI Locust Hotline...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/locust-hotline-is-open-on-weekendsThe Department of Primary Industries has announced plans to ensure the safe use of chemicals to treat locusts this spring...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/safe-use-of-locust-spraying-chemicals-this-springThe drought breaking rains are a mixed blessing as they could also bring a range of animal health problems...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/floods-can-lead-to-animal-health-problemsDPI will update the current locust situation and provide information on the potential impact of Australian Plague Locusts at meeting in...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/chance-to-hop-along-to-strathfiedsaye-locust-meetingOn-off grazing is an under-utilised option to reduce pugging damage, according to a pasture specialist from the Department of...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/dpis-tips-for-grazing-wet-pasturesFarmers are being urged to be extra-vigilant from now on with the war on locusts set to begin in earnest...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/hatchings-signal-first-shots-in-war-on-locustsDrench resistance is a major threat to Australia’s livestock industries. On almost all farms in Australia the old benzimidazole (white) ...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/using-sheep-drenches-wiselySmall landholders have an important role to play controlling locusts in the coming months...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/locust-meeting-kilmoreSmall landholders have an important role to play controlling locusts in the coming months...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/locust-meeting-echucaA DPI scientist is part of a team that has won one of the 2010 Museum of Australia Eureka Prizes – Australia’s most prestigious...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/eureka-awardThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has written to Victorian beekeepers, urging them to move hives from areas where chemical...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/beekeepers-locustMallee farmers can seek information to help them prepare for what could be the worst locust outbreak in almost 40 years by visiting...2011-11-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/locusts-at-speedFruit movement restrictions applied as a result of a detection of Queensland fruit fly (QFF) in Mildura have been lifted...2011-11-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/fruit-fly-freeOutbreaks of Queensland fruit fly have been detected at Devenish, Eldorado, Whorouly and Beechworth in Victoria’s north-east...2011-11-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/fruit-fly-detectedHindmarsh barley has successfully passed the first stage of a two-stage evaluation process for malting accreditation…2011-11-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/malting-accreditationFollowing patrols over the weekend, Fisheries Officers have expressed concern with the number of undersize black bream being...2011-11-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/undersized-breamAn outbreak of Queensland fruit fly has been detected at Yackandandah in Victoria’s north-east...2011-11-15http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/yackandandahPolice and departmental inspectors from Victoria and NSW have begun setting up road blocks in both states to ensure trucks travelling...2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/fruit-fly-road-blocks-targetting-trucks-in-two-statesThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) will be declaring a 15-kilometre suspension zone at Sale following the...2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/queensland-fruit-fly-outbreak-at-saleThe Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is continuing to contact food and fibre producers in Victoria’s flood affected areas to check on animal welfare and provide advice that will assist farmers in recovery...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/working-with-farmers-on-flood-recoveryAuthorities are warning that the Sunraysia Pest Free Area (PFA) is facing some testing times despite a successful first assault2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/testing-times-for-fruit-fly-pest-free-areaA world-first breakthrough in nutritionally enhanced vegetables was honoured with a prestigious science award...2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/dpi-corporate/leading-lights-in-victorian-science-honoured-at-awardsDPI is highlighting stock safety measures that producers should have in their sights for the impending fire season. DPI District...2011-11-14http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/a-fire-plan-for-livestock-is-essentialFisheries Victoria has released two information guides to help beginner anglers ‘catch a new hobby’ in Port Phillip Bay and...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/lets-go-fishing-guides-for-port-phillip-and-western-portA 49 year old from Croydon, in Melbourne’s northeast, has been fined $1000, after pleading guilty to spearing trout ....2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/spearing-trout-earns-croydon-man-a-$1000-fineNew laws will make it easier to track horses during emergency situations such as the February bushfires and...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/microchips-horsesPests beware - a revised DPI pocket guide released today will help stone and pome fruit growers unlock the signs of...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/agriculture/new-tool-to-tackle-fruit-pestsThe Department of Primary Industries is reminding all recreational fishers the annual closed season for Murray cod begins...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/closed-season-for-murray-cod-begins-on-tuesday-1-september'Great day for the entire family' and 'a very good way to introduce kids to fishing' were some of the comments received...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/family-fishing-fun-at-kenningtonThe fishing community in Victoria's South-West is being congratulated for observing the restricted fishing area between...2011-10-25http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/media-releases/category/fisheries/south-west-fishers-doing-the-right-thing-for-abalone