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...

Now in its 31st year, the Australian Wooden Boat Festival sees thousands flock to celebrate the biggest and best in wooden boats and maritime culture in Tasmania.  The grey skies and southerly...

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...

Collecting data from traditional fishers comes with unique needs to maintain cultural protocols while providing useful information to help manage fisheries resources. By Catherine Norwood  The...

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...

One of the highest research priorities for Snapper is the development of reliable independent methods to monitor population trends and inform management decisions. This is part of the focus of the...

After nearly three decades with the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) – and 21 years as Managing Director – Dr Patrick Hone has announced his retirement.  Pictured: Dr...

The safe and effective use of the chemical trichlorfon has been validated for use on Australian prawn farms to prevent the spread of the devastating white spot disease. By Catherine...

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...

Fishers are urged to be aware of – and contribute to – national and international biodiversity and conservation policies which will increasingly influence the future of Australian fisheries...