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FISH Vol 30 1
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In this issue
Australian seafood scores well on microplastic scale
An initial investigation into the presence of microplastics in seafood has found much smaller quantities in the guts of Australian marine species compared to those in many other...
In brief
Welcome to FRDC News In January, the FRDC launched its monthly FRDC News, with the latest news and information about fisheries research outcomes, innovation and...
Science briefs
Expanding roles, new leaders for women in seafood
To mark International Women’s Day 2022 on Tuesday 8 March, FISH magazine highlights some of the organisations and women helping to shape the future of Australia’s fishing and...
Changing perceptions drive fish welfare practices
Changing community perceptions has prompted a review of aquatic animal welfare laws across Australia; the aquaculture and fishing sectors are confident their practices will measure up...
Securing a $100 billion blue economy by 2025
The Midway Point report on the 10-year National Marine Science Plan measures progress and defines the next steps required to achieve our blue economy potential By...
Marine Bioproducts CRC to kickstart new industries
Technological advances are helping with the discovery and development of many novel ingredients that our marine ecosystems offer beyond seafood, to create new industries, employment and...
Australia’s blue diamond
By Melody Horrill and Catherine Norwood As the true value of estuaries and coastal wetlands is realised, Australia’s fishing sectors are...
Ready-to-eat seafood: challenge accepted
The cold-chain practice remains key in maintaining seafood safety, but a new study identifies other steps in the supply chain to protect consumers and ensure their seafood meal choices have...
ARLP drives leadership vision into action
Kylie Dunstan reflects on the value of her participation in the highly regarded Australian Rural Leadership Program By Jo Fulwood...
Leadership program creates new online opportunities
The value of networks came to the fore as the National Seafood Industry Leadership Program adapted to uncertain times, developing new opportunities for current and future...
An app-etite for smartphone technology
A team of emerging leaders in Australia's fishing and seafood sectors set out to identify how smartphone apps and digital technologies are benefiting users By...
Of fish, chips, community, culture and batter
Communities have united behind their favourite fish and chip shops, with close competition in the voting for the state winners of the 2021 Great Australian Fish & Chip Awards...
Diving into sustainability
Good science is the basis of credible assessment initiatives to help consumers choose sustainable seafood By Ilaria...
Hooked on solutions
Evaluating insect meal proteins in aquafeeds, PhD candidates Kat Doughty and Isobel Sewell are drawn to the potential of aquaculture to address food security and climate issues...
Global innovation in the box
An environmentally friendly alternative to the ubiquitous polystyrene boxes used in the seafood sector is poised to enter the market, developed by fishers, for fishers, with many benefits...
New projects
The FRDC Board has recently approved the following research projects
Final reports
Final reports Oysters Australia Strategic Plan 2019–208 This project...
Movers
The latest movers in the seafood sector Claire Webber has joined the South Australian Sardine Industry Association (SASIA) as the full-time executive...
