The Department of Primary Industry and Fisheries is responsible for the sustainable use of Primary Industry and Fisheries resources to stimulate and sustain economic growth for the entire NT community and economy.
Fisheries works in partnership with commercial and recreational fishing industries, the aquaculture industry, Indigenous communities and other stakeholders to achieve optimum sustainable utilisation of the Northern Territory's valuable aquatic resources.
Primary Industries is responsible for developing the Northern Territory's agricultural, horticultural and pastoral industries. It works in partnership with producers, industry bodies, community groups and related agencies to promote industry growth.
The Animal Welfare Act, which commenced in March 2000, is the legislation governing animal welfare in the Northern Territory.
The Crops, Forestry and Horticulture Division provides applied research, development and extension services to facilitate plant-based industry development in the Northern Territory. A team of forty staff based in Darwin, Katherine, Ti Tree and Alice Springs bring a range of skills to achieve that.
Information on various cut-flower varieties, including growing notes, information sheet, fact sheets, research information, and Agnotes.
Information on Identification and Movement of Livestock in the Northern Territory.
Mines and Energy is responsible for policy development for, and administration of, the mining, energy and petroleum industries in the Northern Territory.