The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries works to grow the sector and maintain our reputation as a supplier of safe and quality agricultural produce and sustainable fisheries, through scientific research and biosecurity. Find out more about us.
What we are doing
2026 Mango Roadshows
NT DAF recently participated in the Australian Mango Industry Association (AMIA) Mango Roadshows held in Darwin and Katherine on 10-11 August 2026.
Field sampling sets the foundation for Gulkula Mine rehabilitation
In April 2026, project partners gathered at the Gulkula Mine in East Arnhem Land for a preliminary site evaluation supporting the AFWI-funded ‘Darwin Stringybark Plantation Forestry on Bauxite Mine Rehabilitation in Northern Australia’ project.
Update on barramundi fishery reform
The NT Government has committed to removing commercial gillnets from the barramundi fishery and introducing new management arrangements.
Showcasing oysters at the Tiwi Cultural Festival
A simple request from community - to grow local oysters in Northern Territory waters - is moving closer to commercial reality after more than a decade of research, innovation and collaboration.
Kidman Springs Field Day
Planning is well underway for the 2026 Kidman Springs Field Day, to be held on the 19 and 20 August 2026 at Victoria River Research Station.
International Year of the Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026
Celebrating Australia's outback, landscapes and people.
Find and claim your seized fishing items
Find out more about how to claim fishing items if they have been seized by the Fisheries Compliance Unit.
Golden Snapper Recovery Have Your Say: what we heard and what happens next
From 27 March to 26 April, Territorians shared their views through a “Have Your Say” survey, supported by widespread information campaigns across the Territory.
Northern Territory prepares following H5 bird flu detection
The Northern Territory is making preparations following the confirmation of H5 bird flu in Western Australia and South Australia.
Investigating unusual bat sickness and mortality in the Northern Territory
A key function of the Livestock Biosecurity Branch is the investigation of unusual disease and mortality events that may signal emerging animal health or biosecurity issues.
A big step forward for Browsing Ant eradication surveillance
The National Browsing Ant Eradication Program NT has reached a big milestone. The team has completed 12-month post-treatment surveillance at a remote mine site, using trained odour detection dogs in some tough country.
