The unique biochemical composition of abalone is providing clues to potential new uses for waste and transforming viscera, blood and shells into value-added products. By Catherine Norwood Abalone...

Research into how changing seagrass habitats affect the survival of the Western Rock Lobster (Panulirus cygnus) during its early juvenile life-cycle stage adds to ongoing efforts to protect this...

FRDC's 2023-24 Annual Report showcases our commitment to advancing research, development and innovation through our investment of over $42 million in Australia’s fishing and aquaculture sectors. “Our...

First Nations voices led vital discussions on stewardship of Sea Country, cultural identity and connection to Country at the inaugural Australian Sea Country Conference.  By Dempsey Ward The...

On a clear, brisk day earlier this month, over 580 delegates were welcomed to Lutruwita (Tasmania) by a traditional and contemporary dance group - Pakana Kanaplila, for Seafood Directions 2024. Held...

A proof of concept using environmental DNA paves the way for more efficient and affordable sampling to estimate relative fish biomasses in rivers and estuaries.  By Catherine...

Tiger Prawns are providing a case study to test the ability of a new model to separate environmental and fishing impacts on fish stocks and identify possible management options. By Catherine...

FRDC is thrilled to unveil a stellar lineup of research partners at FishTank, an interactive hub for research presentations at Seafood Directions 2024.  Eight exceptional research partners from...

Glittering gala Seafood Awards dinners have been held throughout the country to recognise the contributions of people working in, and in support of, Australian fishing and aquaculture.   To...

A groundbreaking new report from the Regional Circularity Cooperative charts an innovative path for the fishing and aquaculture sectors to embrace a circular economy.  By Dempsey Ward While...