3726 research projects
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Futures of Seafood. Wild. Aquaculture. Recreational. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The "Futures of Seafood" study, spanning 18 months and developed in collaboration with industry and government, aims to comprehensively assess Australia's seafood system. Drawing on existing data and ongoing research, it will provide a detailed overview of the industry's current state, its supply chain dynamics, market reach, and community impacts....
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Snapper Science Program: Theme 2 - Estimates of Biomass
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The "Snapper Science Program: Theme 2 - Estimates of Biomass" focuses on developing fishery-independent methods to monitor Snapper population trends amidst regulatory changes affecting catch data reliability. Key methods like the Daily Egg Production Method (DEPM), hydroacoustics, and close-kin mark-recapture (CKMR) are being investigated. The DEPM is being refined to...
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Pathways for recognising recreational fishing considerations in fisheries management frameworks
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The project on "Pathways for Recognising Recreational Fishing Considerations in Fisheries Management Frameworks" addresses the ineffectiveness of current harvest strategies in meeting recreational fishing sector needs. It aims to engage extensively with stakeholders to establish a shared understanding of the limitations of existing frameworks and foster innovation in alternative systems....
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Interpreting animal welfare
LiveCorp
Australias livestock export industry must manage ongoing risks to people, animals, the environment and businesses across the supply chain. As such, well developed, understood and practiced response plans are required to prepare for risk mitigation in the livestock export supply chain. This project reviewed and updated the live export industry's...
31 Dec 1899 - 1 Apr 2026
New South Wales, Australia
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Bovine Carcass Inspection/Contamination Management - On-site Validation & Process Integration
Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC)
Post the successful Prototype/PoC trials with the Single-Module BluMax System at JBS Scone in mid-2022, this project considers the next phase of technology development where we look to conduct larger-scale on-site validation and testing, and interrogate the functional and operational performance of the BluMax Scanner in situ, over a longer...
End: 1 Jun 2023
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Seafood Directions Conference 2022, 2024, 2026
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
Seafood Directions is regarded as the premier seafood industry conference in Australia. Seafood Directions provides an opportunity for the stakeholders of the seafood industry to come together and discuss issues and opportunities in a national forum. This is particularly valuable in bringing together the interests of the Australian Seafood Industry...
13 Jun 2021 - 30 Dec 2026
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Development of a Stock Status Report Card for Rays and Sharks
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
With growing concerns for the status of shark and ray populations world-wide and increasing pressure to ensure Australia’s 320 species are effectively managed and conserved, there is a need for decision makers in government, conservation advocates, scientists and the public to have access to comprehensive and accurate information to inform...
31 Jul 2021 - 30 Apr 2023
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Evaluating of the role of direct fish-to-fish contact on horizontal transmission of Koi herpesvirus
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
Common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is a widely cultured fish produced for food globally. It was introduced into Australia for aquaculture and carp is now abundant and widespread in many Australian waterways. Reported impacts from carp include reduction in water quality, river bank damage and may contribute to algae blooms. In...
14 Apr 2021 - 14 Jan 2022
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Improving the availability of safe and effective veterinary medicines for Australia's seafood industry
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
Globally, disease is the major limiting factor restricting growth in aquaculture (Stentiford et al 2012; Jennings et al 2016), with impact of aquatic diseases exceeding $6 billion per annum. Aquaculture is the fastest growing livestock industry in Australia and is expected to double in value to $2 billion by 2027....
31 May 2021 - 27 Jun 2024
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Discussion Paper on seafood traceability and labelling
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
As seafood consumption grows in Australia, consumers are seeking more information to make informed purchasing decisions. This investment will support a discussion paper that will address the following: 1. What is traceability 2. Understand the current Australian legal requirements for seafood traceability and labelling 3. Understand current seafood traceability methods...
13 Dec 2020 - 7 Feb 2021
Australian Capital Territory, Australia