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17 Dec 2024
Research into the dynamics of Rock Flathead (Platycephalus laevigatus) in Victoria’s Corner Inlet fishery has provided surprising new insights into the species which will better inform future...
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17 Dec 2024
Ready to make waves in the seafood industry? The FRDC’s 2025 National Seafood Industry Leadership Program (NSILP) is now accepting applications, offering a transformative opportunity to sharpen your...
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17 Dec 2024
The discovery of a large stock of Australian Sardine (Sardinops sagax), confirmed by the latest scientific research funded by FRDC, sets the stage for the development of a new commercial fishery. By...
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19 Nov 2024
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...
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19 Nov 2024
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...
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19 Nov 2024
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...
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19 Nov 2024
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...
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19 Nov 2024
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...
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19 Nov 2024
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...
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29 Oct 2024
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...
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29 Oct 2024
Some understudied species and thriving biodiversity levels have been identified in a project mapping the marine life of the seabed habitats in southern Queensland and north-central New South...
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