TOP TOWNS
Public voting determined the shortlisted towns for 2023.
Ardrossan
Council Yorke Peninsula Council
Region Yorke and Mid North
Key Agricultural Industries Cereal crops, other broadacre crops and livestock, meat and wool
Population 1,167
Town overview
Best known for the development of the stump jump plough, today the town supports tourism and the surrounding agricultural properties. The deepwater shipping port is still an important economic driver.
Bordertown
Council Tatiara District Council
Region Limestone Coast
Key Agricultural Industries Livestock, meat and wool, vegetables and crops for hay
Population 2,953
Town overview
The economic prosperity of the region surrounding Bordertown is closely tied to the agricultural sector and is well regarded for the quality and reliability of it’s productive capability. Primary production and associated food processing and value-add services are key economic drivers. The agricultural base is supported with it’s diversity, comprising viticulture, horticulture, irrigated small seed crops, mixed broadacre dry-land cropping, hay production and grazing.
Crystal Brook
Council Port Pirie Regional Council
Region Yorke and Mid North
Key Agricultural Industries Cereal crops, livestock, meat and wool, and other broadacre crops
Population 1,515
Town overview
Crystal Brook has been the Southern Flinders Ranges agricultural hub for generations. The town fosters a culture of productivity, with successful agriculture and related business startups flourishing. These include Perry’s Fuel, Kerin’s Chemical Agencies, Wardle Co, and Rocky River Ag. These businesses, with offices throughout the Mid North have helped to drive regional development, bringing jobs to the area while still remaining locally owned. Crystal Brook is proudly home town to the former SA Premier Rob Kerin (also former Chair of Primary Producers), supporting South Australia’s agricultural industry.
Eudunda
Council Goyder Regional Council
Region Barossa, Light and Lower North
Key Agricultural Industries Cereal crops, other broadacre crops and livestock, meat and wool
Population 570
Town overview
Eudunda, known locally as the “Valley of Hidden Treasures”, is a quiet town with simple charm and historic appeal. It is distinguished by an attractive main street with interesting historic buildings and vine-covered verandas. Supporting a variety of primary industries such as sheep, cattle, grain, pork and chickens the town is a hub for agricultural industries and has several industries such as Reinman, Shultz, and Demot.
Jamestown
Council Northern Areas Council
Region Yorke and Mid North
Key Agricultural Industries Cereal crops, livestock, meat and wool and other broadacre crops
Population 1,392
Town overview
With a rich history, Jamestown’s agricultural and farming sector supports the local community and economy predominately through cereal crops and livestock. Jamestown is known for the most volunteers in South Australia and attracts many visitors with events such as the Air Spectacular and Easter Tennis Tournament.
Myponga
Council District Council of Yankalilla
Region Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island
Key Agricultural Industries Livestock, meat and wool, dairy, crops
Population 393
Town overview
Myponga is prime dairying real estate, thanks to the Mediterranean climate and the cluster of dairies and production facilities. The region boasts its benefits, usually associated with areas off the beaten path – clean air, a tight knit community and minimal noise pollution.
Orroroo
Council District Council of Orroroo Carrieton
Region Yorke and Mid North
Key Agricultural Industries Cereal crops, livestock, meat and wool, and other broadacre crops
Population 610
Town overview
Orroroo is the service centre for the farming district which supports present day cereal cropping and pastoral pursuits. The Orroroo district has recently experienced one of the most severe droughts in history. As a region founded on agriculture, the impacts of drought are far reaching, and recovery is still a way off for some.
Strathalbyn
Council Alexandrina Council
Region Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island
Key Agricultural Industries Grapes (wine and table), livestock, meat and wool and vegetables
Population 6,504
Town overview
Strathalbyn functions as a service and social centre for the Fleurieu region. Rural manufacturing and equipment sales are essential to the town, as well as wine and table grapes, livestock, meat, wool, wine, and vegetables.
Waikerie
Council District Council of Loxton Waikerie
Region Murray and Mallee
Key Agricultural Industries Citrus fruit, grapes (wine and table) and crops for hay
Population 2,684
Town overview
Waikerie is located 170km NE of Adelaide and is known as the Gateway to the Riverland. The lush green orchards and vineyards interspersed with dry land farming is a fantastic sight as you travel the highway.The Waikerie district consists of agricultural, horticultural and viticultural developments and has a large number of commodity processing plants.
Yunta
Council Outback Communities Authority
Region Yorke and Mid North
Key Agricultural Industries Livestock, meat and wool
Population 85
Town overview
The progressive and cohesive community of Yunta has rallied together to improve wellbeing after years of drought, with volunteers building new facilities and hubs for events such as the North-East wool show attracting visitors.
Wudinna
Council Wudinna District Council
Region Eyre and Western
Key Agricultural Industries Cereal crops, other broadacre crops, livestock, meat and wool
Population 548
Town overview
Wudinna is known for being innovative and forward-thinking with agriculture practices. The community of Wudinna has been highly involved in mental health programs to improve wellbeing in the region.
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