3727 research projects
Research project
Benchmarking soil carbon, soil properties and management between long term experimental sites and on-farm cotton industry sites
Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC)
Land use change from forestry or pasture to arable cropping has greatly altered the terrestrial carbon balance resulting in a larger carbon deficit in soils. In recent decades, soil organic carbon (SOC) is considered to be one of the most vital components of global climate mitigation that has the potential...
1 Jul 2022 - 30 Jun 2025
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Life cycle assessment (LCA) of Australian wine industry
Wine Australia
A sector level LCA of the Australian wine industry was undertaken by the Australian Wine Research Institute in 2016. Since then, the science and practice of LCA has advanced and the Australian wine sector continues to progress and evolve with domestic and global challenges and successes. This project aims to...
6 Mar 2024 - 9 Jun 2024
South Australia, Australia
Research project
Community Trust in Rural Industries 2022-2025 - Joint RDC initiative
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The "Community Trust in Rural Industries 2022-2025" is a joint initiative by multiple Research and Development Corporations (RDCs), focusing on conducting representative national surveys to gauge public attitudes towards and acceptance of rural industries in Australia. The initiative aims to track trends, shifts, and drivers in community trust over time....
10 Apr 2024 - 14 Dec 2024
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Inshore fishery alternative and innovative gears partnership
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The proposal seeks FRDC's collaboration with QDAF to establish a co-managed partnership aimed at executing a programme in three stages. This initiative aims to leverage the best scientific expertise and collaboration methods, potentially using a mixed model of direct and selective tenders alongside competitive calls, including a pitch process for...
10 Mar 2024 - 10 Mar 2030
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Queensland gillnet fishers - a story and history
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The project interviewed Queensland gillnet fishers with decades of experience in inshore net fisheries, many of whom had inherited a multi-generational family history in these fisheries, to document their perspectives and observations before this valuable knowledge dispersed or was lost. These fishers had witnessed significant changes in natural habitats within...
28 Feb 2024 - 26 Feb 2025
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Common approach to Greenhouse Gas Accounting; Platform - Build 1 (AIA Environmental Accounting Platform)
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
AIA was actively engaged in discussions with a private sector consortium to validate its approach and solution design for the Common Approach to Greenhouse Gas Accounting Platform, Build 1 (AIA Environmental Accounting Platform). Efficiencies were identified in consolidating carbon research from 13 RDCs, involving over 120 interviews across various commodities...
30 Jan 2024 - 29 Sep 2024
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Development of a temperature monitoring framework for Tasmania's seafood industry during marine heatwaves
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The project aims to establish a comprehensive temperature monitoring framework tailored for Tasmania's seafood industry during marine heatwaves (MHWs). Recognizing the potential severe impacts of MHWs on marine ecosystems and industries, particularly during ongoing strong El Niño events, the initiative focuses on filling gaps in fine-scale, near-coastal, and subsurface temperature...
7 Feb 2024 - 7 Jul 2024
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Australian seaweed industry delegation to Korea to share learning
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The proposal aims to enhance the Australian seaweed industry's expertise by organizing a delegation to Korea, where participants will observe and discuss the country's advanced seaweed industry. Korea's well-established industry, similar in scale to Australia's future aspirations outlined in the Australian Seaweed Industry Blueprint Implementation Plan, offers valuable insights into...
30 Nov 2023 - 30 Jan 2025
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Clarence Riven Green Prawn Market Diversification Assistance Measures
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The Clarence River Region, renowned for its high-quality prawn markets, navigated profitability during COVID-19 by pivoting towards the lucrative bait market, ensuring regional stability amidst consumer market challenges. However, recent restrictions on uncooked prawn trade threaten industry stability, necessitating immediate action through market research, diversification, and activation efforts. The PFA...
17 Mar 2024 - 1 Jun 2025
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Fisheries Management: From Science to Sustainable Practices (program development)
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
Developing capability and capacity in fisheries management is crucial for sustainability in the fishing industry and aquaculture community. Global, national, and jurisdictional workforce challenges are impacting the recruitment and retention of fisheries managers, necessitating enhanced education and stakeholder engagement. In collaboration with Ian Knuckey, FRDC, and stakeholders, this project will...
30 Nov 2023 - 30 Jul 2024
Australian Capital Territory, Australia