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Animal Welfare Best Practice for Australian Prawn Farming

The project on Animal Welfare Best Practice for Australian Prawn Farming brings several benefits. Firstly, it ensures that welfare practices in the industry are aligned and meet global best practice standards, such as those set by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and Best Aquaculture Practice (BAP). By collating updated animal welfare practices and providing advice on their implementation within Australian conditions, the project seeks to safeguard industry against claims of sub-optimal welfare practices and enhance its reputation. The project also serves as a valuable resource when engaging with welfare groups, endorsers, government, and the community, demonstrating the industry's commitment to animal welfare. Moreover, the implementation of the recommended best practices will ensure compliance with the ASC and BAP standards throughout all aspects of prawn farming, from broodstock collection to processing. Overall, the project promotes the welfare of prawns in Australian aquaculture and reinforces the industry's commitment to responsible and sustainable practices.

Project date

2 Feb 2023-1 Jun 2023
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Principal investigator

Belinda Yaxley

Research organisation

Nautilus Collaboration Pty Ltd

Project funded by

Multiple industries
Aquaculture Wild catch fisheries

Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)

The Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) is a co-funded partnership between its two stakeholders, the Australian Government and the …
  • Location

    Australia

  • Organisation type

    Research funding body

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