1080 Poison Links to the Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment's 1080 site, including Code of Practice, licences and downloadable applications, usage, and research into alternatives for mammal control
Aerial spraying code of practice The downloadable Code of Practice is currently under review and prescribes responsibilities and minimum standards applicable to users of agricultural chemical products applied by aerial spraying
Agricultural and veterinary chemicals Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry information on the regulation of agricultural and veterinary chemicals. Includes link to a printable application form for permission to import/export controlled chemicals
Agricultural and veterinary chemicals Links to a range of information relating to the use and control of agricultural and veterinary chemicals in Tasmania (management, legislation, registration and permits, residues)
Animal Health Australia (AHA) AHA is a not-for-profit public company established by Australian governments and industry organisations. It manages animal health programs to ensure that the national system delivers a competitive advantage and preferred market access for Australia's livestock industries
Chemical registration and permits Information on the registration of of agricultural and veterinary chemicals in Australia, with link to the application form for the agricultural spray permit required in Tasmania
Farm dam stocking permit Information on Inland Fisheries Service permits for stocking of trout in farm dams. Includes link to printable permit application form
Farm Water Development Loan Scheme (FWDLS) The Tasmanian Government's FWDLS will provide short-term financial assistance to farming enterprises to facilitate the uptake of irrigation infrastructure with the overarching aim of boosting their agricultural productivity. Links to guidelines and application form
FarmPoint Tasmanian Government website for Tasmanian farmers and the community, providing a one-stop entry point to information on all aspects of agriculture to assist farmers to successfully manage their businesses and properties
FarmPoint survey Online survey about the Tasmanian Government website for farmers
Food and agriculture Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment page for access to information on its activities relating to Tasmania's food and agricultural sector
Foxes in Tasmania Information on the threat posed by the introduction of foxes into Tasmania, evidence of their presence, and efforts to eradicate them, including details of the Fox Free Tasmania Taskforce
Grains Research and Development Corporation GRDC is a statutory corporation responsible for planning, investing and overseeing research and development, delivering improvements in production, sustainability and profitability across the Australian grains industry
Invasive species Dept.of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment information on invasive species - an introduced animal or plant that poses a significant threat to Tasmania's biodiversity, agricultural industries or community.
Irrigation Access to information on appropriate irrigation practices (getting irrigation right, evaporation pans, tensiometers)
Land Capability Classification The Land Capability Classification Assessment System is used to assess, classify and map land on a scale of 1:100 000 according to ability to support a range of crops on sustainable basis
Livestock identification Information on the identification of livestock for buying and selling, including the National Livestock Identification Scheme (NLIS), and livestock identification application forms. In Tasmania, a Federal Government subsidy is available for the purchase of cattle NLIS scanners, and for other purposes
Managing Browsing Wildlife Toolkit A toolkit has been released as part of the Tasmanian and Australian Governments project on the Alternatives to 1080 Program to assist landowners in managing the impacts of browsing animals. It comprises of three booklets, a Planning Guide, Wildlife Management Strategy Workbook and Information booklet. Links to all publications
MyFarm MyFarm is a mapping application aimed at assisting farmers with farm planning and management. The application can be purchased online
Organic farming Links to a range of Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment information on organic farming in Tasmania
Pests Links to main pests in Tasmania with ways to identify and control them
Pests and diseases list Annually published list of organisms that have been declared List A (not occurring in Tasmania) or List B (occurring in Tasmania) pests or diseases under the Plant Quarantine Act 1997
Plant Breeder's Rights Web site of the Plant Breeder's Rights (PBR) Office, which administers legislation protecting commercial rights to registered plant varieties in Australia
Plant diseases Information on plant diseases and their identification in Tasmania
Poisons and animal pests Tasmanian Government register containing a list of the pest animals and substances that may be administered for pest control under section 8A of the Animal Welfare Act 1993
Poppy Advisory and Control Board The Board is the State Government authority responsible for the licensing of poppy crops, and for the coordination of security and control of the industry
Renewable Energy Loan Scheme (RELS) Department of Economic Development, Tourism and the Arts loans scheme to assist eligible businesses to purchase and install renewable energy generation facilities or manufacture renewable energy technology. Open until 30 June 2014 and subject to annual review
RIRDC Rural Women's Award The Award is open to all women involved in primary industries and natural resource management recognising and encouraging rural women's contribution to primary industries, resource management and rural Australia. Downloadable information and Application Form as available
Tasmanian Vegetable Industry Facilitator Report Finalised in late 2012, the Facilitator’s Final Report offers insights into the state’s vegetable industry and makes a number of recommendations to achieve the goals identified in the Tasmanian Vegetable Industry Strategic Plan 2007-2012
Weeds Comprehensive information on weeds in Tasmania, their identification and best methods of control
Weeds index Tasmanian Government index with information on weeds, including images for identification and control guides plus information sheets and management plans (where available)
Women Working in Rural and Regional Industries in Tasmania DPIPWE has established this database to provide opportunities for individuals, industry and business to network with rural women around Tasmania and to keep up with developments and trends in their business operations. Online registration form available
Southern Tasmania weed control contractors (March, 2011) (PDF file) 
