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Territory Grey Mackerel populations are healthy, sustainable and delicious
The Grey Mackerel, a key recreational and ecological fish in the Northern Territory (NT), and a target species of the Offshore Net and Line Fishery, is the latest fish stock to undergo a scientific analysis by NT Fisheries.
Farming the future – Katherine Research Station showcases its work
More than 1,300 people flocked to the Katherine Research Station Open Day last Saturday. The first in 10 years.
A big first half to 2026 for the NT Livestock Extension team
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) Livestock Industries extension team have had a massive start to 2026.
Monitoring for arbovirus in NT cattle
The National Arbovirus Monitoring Program (NAMP) involves all states and territories of Australia and is jointly funded by governments and various livestock industries.
Plant Industries, NT DAF, contributed to the Mango R&D Workshop and Field Day, an AMIA-led event held in Katherine and Darwin on 27–28 May 2026.
Do you use bore water in your business? Right now, there’s a simplified application process in place to help water users make the transition to licensing, closing 31 July 2026.
The year 2026 is the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists. It offers a unique opportunity to showcase and celebrate the landscapes and people who shape Central Australia’s rangelands.
Darwin to host Agronomy Australia Conference for first time
The Northern Territory (NT) will host the prestigious Agronomy Australia Conference for the first time in 2026, bringing leading researchers, agronomists, growers and industry professionals to Darwin for one of Australia’s premier agricultural science events.
Dr Sonu Yadav named NT News STEM Woman of the Year 2026
Congratulations to Dr Sonu Yadav, winner of the STEM category at the NT News Woman of the Year Awards 2026.
Inaugural National Biosecurity Strategy Annual Report released
Substantial progress has been reported in the delivery of the National Biosecurity Strategy Action Plan 2024 with 86% of activities either in progress or completed by December 2025.