Industry Information

GPSA represents the interests of grain producers by engaging with decision-makers of all tiers of government to advocate for better outcomes on policy and programs relevant to grain production businesses in South Australia.

Fire and Emergency Services Act

Fire and Emergency Services Act

The Fire and Emergency Services Act (2005) SA governs the responsibilities of the Country Fire Service and provides requirements for the prevention, control and suppression of fires in South Australia. Several important amendments to the Act were made effective in...

ISCC FAQs

ISCC FAQs

What is ISCC? International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) is an auditable system to certify Australian grains for sale as sustainable. It has broadened from canola to include barley used to produce export malt, and has the potential to extend to...

Transport and heavy vehicles

Transport and heavy vehicles

Grain Producers SA has compiled the relevant legislation, codes and guidelines that affect grain producers in transporting grain and moving agricultural machinery as well as the licences and documentation required for these activities. Transporting grain Fatigue...

Mining on agricultural land – resources

Mining on agricultural land – resources

The current Mining Act 1971 outlines conditions under which mining may occur in South Australia.  This information relates to the current Mining Act. Information on the changes to the Mining Act that commenced as of January 2021 is available here. 42 days’...

Dry Conditions Support and Assistance

Dry Conditions Support and Assistance

Drought Support Guide Producers looking for information on the types of services and support they can access should read the South Australian Guide for Drought Assistance. The Guide helps to outline the types of support that's available to South Australian...

Seasonal Jobs SA

Seasonal Jobs SA

Looking for seasonal work in agriculture?  Seasonal Jobs SA is a new website that helps connect seasonal workers to essential agricultural jobs in South Australia. Seasonal workers are vital to keeping South Australia’s supply chains flowing, fulfilling a range...

Covid-19 Updates

Covid-19 Updates

Growers should continue to monitor SA Government sources to ensure that they receive the latest information. GPSA refers growers to PIRSA's COVID-19 and primary industries portal for the latest updates.  PIRSA COVID-19 UPDATE FOR PRIMARY PRODUCERS SA...

Machinery movement

Machinery movement

Machinery movement There are currently three notices providing access for agricultural vehicles and combinations in SA. Operators can choose between them, but not utilise more than one at the same time: National Class 1 Agricultural Vehicle and Combination Mass and...