3726 research projects
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Assessment of the efficacy of feed additive products on Spotty Liver Disease control
Australian Eggs
Spotty Liver Disease (SLD) is a serious condition extensively affecting laying hens (particularly in free range systems), leading to losses through both bird mortality and reduced egg production. It is hypothesised that changes in the intestinal health/microbiota balance allow a multiplication of the causative organism Campylobacter hepaticus and the production...
End: 21 Dec 2018
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
The economics of layer diet amino acid levels throughout lay
Australian Eggs
This report provides a comparison of using three different diet formulation strategies for layer diets. While least-cost diet formulation is often employed in the industry, this modelling exercise showed that max- profit formulation may result in greater profits.
End: 22 Apr 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Systematic Review of Lutein and Zeaxanthin and the Maintenance of Vision
Australian Eggs
The objective of this systematic review was to assess whether dietary intake of lutein and zeaxanthin (L/Z) helps maintain vision in adults. Lutein and zeaxanthin, are xanthophyll carotenoids naturally present in food, especially in dark green leafy vegetables, such as spinach and kale, as well as eggs - in the...
End: 28 Jan 2021
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Egg Farming Systems Welfare Science Review
Australian Eggs
A review of the research to date on physiological and behavioural welfare indicators of hens in caged, barn and alternate systems; such as free range. The report provides a summary of the advantages, disadvantages and issues of different egg production systems. It is clear from this review that no one...
End: 1 Jul 2019
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Best Practice Lighting Management for Australian Layers
Australian Eggs
A review of lighting systems in hen housing facilities, to understand factors that can help boost flock productivity through optimising bird growth, onset of lay, desired behaviours and number of eggs laid. This review considers lighting conditions during the pullet rearing and laying periods. It considers the effect of lighting...
End: 1 Sep 2018
New South Wales, Australia
Research project
Sailing the marine knowledge landscape: Enhancing the discoverability, accessibility, and usability of FRDC investment
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The project "Sailing the marine knowledge landscape: Enhancing the discoverability, accessibility, and usability of FRDC investment" addressed the existing gaps in synthesising research funded by Australia’s Research and Development Corporations (RDCs), particularly within the marine science space where the Fisheries RDC (FRDC) operated. Its primary goal was to integrate FRDC...
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
The bigger blue potential for Asparagopsis: A review of the potential for blue carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus and biodiversity credits for the Australian Asparagopsis seaweed industry
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The project provided a comprehensive and contemporary synthesis of relevant information on carbon (C), nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and biodiversity (B) uptake and creation potential. It reviewed existing and potential schemes that could be implemented to offer environmental benefits and commercial opportunities for the emerging industry. The project involved delivering...
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Transformation in Commonwealth Fisheries Management Policy: connecting research, policy and practice in addressing shifting expectations
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The "Transformation in Commonwealth Fisheries Management Policy" project addressed significant challenges within Australia’s fisheries management system, including threats to the resilience of small-scale operators and increasing pressures on the sector. Conducted over a short duration of six months, the project aimed to identify transformational strategies that could be supported sustainably...
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Prawn trawl sea-snake bycatch reduction device - Assessment, refinement, and extension
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
The project "Prawn trawl sea-snake bycatch reduction device - Assessment, refinement, and extension" aims to mitigate the impact of prawn trawling on sea-snake populations globally, building on technology proven to reduce sea-snake landings by 80%. It focuses on comprehensively assessing the device's performance, understanding sea-snake escape patterns and their survival,...
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Research project
Mitigating threatened species by catch in gillnet fisheries
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
This project aimed to address the challenge of mitigating bycatch of threatened species in Australian gillnet fisheries, particularly in northern Australia where species like sawfishes, river sharks, and devil rays are significantly impacted. While Australian prawn trawl gear has successfully implemented bycatch reduction devices, gillnets have seen less attention despite...
Australian Capital Territory, Australia