FRDC support has proved critical in turning Abalone byproduct into a value-added nutraceutical ingredient. It is part of ongoing research investment to reduce waste and increase returns in the...

New research into the handling practices of Blue Swimmer Crabs (Portunus armatus) will help fishers pursue higher-value, live markets for their catch. By Catherine Norwood With live crabs...

The Southern Bluefin Tuna sector is celebrating a historic milestone - Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) sustainability certification for its purse seine fishery. By Brad Collis The Southern Bluefin...

AI tools are being developed to complement fishery-dependent data to improve stock assessments for Tasmanian fisheries.  By Catherine Norwood Key target scalefish species are the focus of efforts...

An initiative of the Australian Prawn Farmers Association is expanding to provide workplace leadership skills for prawn producers and supply chain operators, and for other aquaculture sectors...

An innovative approach to utilising the invasive Longspined Sea Urchin (Centrostephanus rodgersii) is showing great promise—transforming marine waste into a valuable, sustainable soil...

Carbon, nutrient and biodiversity credits are transforming seaweed farming into a powerful commercial opportunity, unlocking new pathways for sustainability and economic growth in Australia.  By...

FRDC staff and directors attended evokeAG. 2025, the Asia-Pacific region’s premier agrifood tech event, held in Brisbane. evokeAG. 2025, delivered by Agrifutures Australia, brings the community...

Renewable diesel is among the latest technologies fishers are encouraged to trial as the fishing and aquaculture sectors investigate ways to decarbonise operations.  Two NSW commercial fishers...

Over 5000 FRDC R&D projects funded over the past 30 years will soon be more accessible and easier to find than ever, using new innovative technology.  By Catherine Norwood  Almost all...