Smartphone apps provide a novel tool allowing recreational fishers to be environmental stewards by contributing data to improve the sustainability of fish stocks.  By Catherine...

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...

A national approach is helping to coordinate new and faster access to critical agricultural and veterinary products, supporting Australia’s expanding aquaculture sector.  By Catherine...

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...

A suite of sector-focused research projects will help more people become involved in farming the methane-reducing Asparagopsis seaweed while raising the profile of the emerging seaweed aquaculture...

The RecFishing Research, Development and Extension Plan 2024-29 lays out a strategic framework to address the pressing research needs of Australia’s recreational fishing sector.   This...

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...

FRDC’s investment in aquaculture research, development and extension supports a sector that is setting new production records globally to meet increased demand for seafood.  By Catherine...

FRDC’s Annual Stakeholder Survey is now open, giving you the opportunity to provide feedback on FRDC’s processes, systems and overall value.  The Annual Stakeholder Survey helps FRDC gain...