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National Bee Pest Blitz 2026 is underway

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National Bee Pest Blitz 2026 is underway

Every April, beekeepers across Australia take part in the National Bee Pest Blitz—a coordinated effort to protect our bees, honey industry and environment through early detection of pests and diseases.

Sonu Yadav STEM finalist in NT News Woman of the Year Awards

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Sonu Yadav STEM finalist in NT News Woman of the Year Awards

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries’ very own 'Superstar of STEM', Sonu Yadav, has been named a finalist in the STEM category of the NT News Woman of the Year Awards 2026.

Have Your Say: Golden snapper

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Have Your Say: Golden snapper

Public consultation for Territorians to have their say about the future of the golden snapper opens 27 March 2026 and closes 26 April 2026.

Rural Women’s Award NT finalists

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Rural Women’s Award NT finalists

The NT Government is continuing its support for the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, recognising the vital contribution women make to agricultural industries, emerging businesses and regional communities.

 Apply for relief from pastoral lease rent

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Apply for relief from pastoral lease rent

Northern Territory Pastoralists impacted by recent weather events can apply for relief from pastoral lease rent, with the Northern Territory Government ensuring those doing it tough have a clear and practical pathway to seek support.

Expansion for Berrimah Export Yards

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Expansion for Berrimah Export Yards

The NT Government is delivering certainty for the NT’s live export industry, with an expansion of the NT Livestock Exporters Association (NTLEA) Berrimah Export Yards.

NT Government continues to deliver on commitment to phase out gillnets

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NT Government continues to deliver on commitment to phase out gillnets

The Northern Territory Government is committed to phasing out gillnets from the Northern Territory’s commercial Barramundi Fishery.

Re‑opening of Channel Point Black Jewfish Management Area

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Re‑opening of Channel Point Black Jewfish Management Area

The NT Government took action to protect declining Black Jewfish at Channel Point, establishing a temporary fishing exclusion area for commercial and fishing tour operators from 1 November 2025 to 28 February 2026.

Progress on the Mango Twig Tip Dieback (MTTD) Project

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Progress on the Mango Twig Tip Dieback (MTTD) Project

Collaborative work to better understand and manage Mango Twig Tip Dieback (MTTD) continues to advance across the Northern Territory, with the NT Government, Australian Mango Industry Association, NT Mango Industry Association and NT Farmers Association jointly driving this important multi‑year project.

Marine pest survey 2025 report released

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Marine pest survey 2025 report released

The Marine pest survey 2025 report covering East Arm Wharf, Fort Hill Wharf, Stokes Hill Wharf and HMAS Coonawarra has been released by the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF).