Aquaculture Multiple technology areas Aquaculture technology Automation Fisheries technology Processing & packaging Research project Preliminary evaluation of electro stunning technology for farmed Barramundi The use of humane harvest methods for fish and livestock is increasingly important to consumers and producers. The Australian Barramundi Farmers Association (ABFA) identified electro-stunning as a technology of interest to optimise the welfare of the fish while maintaining product quality. This project reviewed all available information and made recommendations to help shape the direction of future R&D into electro-stunning and its suitability for the barramundi industry. Funded by Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) Project date 11 Nov 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 Research organisation Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (QDAF)
Multiple industries Beef cattle Sheep & lamb Animal technology Research project Best Practice Treatment Factsheets for Cattle This project seeks to engage a consultant to create seven fact sheets on best practice treatment of cattle on livestock export ships, for use by stockpersons and employees on board. Funded by Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) Project date 6 Aug 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 Research organisation LiveCorp