A sector-led initiative to reduce the bycatch of sea snakes in prawn trawlers, is refining a new snake escape device and testing its effectiveness in three major prawn fisheries.  By Catherine...

FRDC welcomes Dr Elizabeth (Beth) Woods OAM who has been appointed FRDC Chair by The Hon Murray Watt, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.   

South Australia’s prawn fishers are on the brink of a digital transformation, after successful sea-testing software Deckhand, showcased the potential to improve the efficiency and profitability of...

A groundbreaking project is set to explore the impact of alternative proteins on Australia's fishing and aquaculture sectors and uncover new opportunities to mitigate potential risks, and ensure a...

Delegates sponsored by FRDC at the recent Electric and Hybrid Marine Expo had the opportunity to explore new global perspectives and lead discussions on advancing the decarbonisation of Australia’s...

The Snapper science program is a 3-year initiative to address key research priorities that are relevant to Snapper fisheries throughout Australia, but with a focus on South Australia.  By Sophie...

Prepare to be inspired, challenged and amazed by the keynote speakers at Seafood Directions 2024, taking place 10-12 September, in Hobart.  Dr Jordan Nguyen (Technologist and...

Support to build the skills of Torres Strait Island fishers is helping them to share traditional knowledge and use science to identify new opportunities, such as the farming of Sea Cucumbers.  By...

New FRDC research seeks to understand why jellyfish blooms are persisting in the Hawkesbury Estuary – a significant disruption causing financial distress for commercial trawl and mesh fishers working...

New fish screening technologies have the potential to save millions of native fish while protecting river biodiversity and productivity.   Australia’s river systems provide essential water for...