1. The development of an industry profile on the mussel sector within Australia giving recognition to the fact that the industry will expand production fourfold over the next five years.
2. Develop a strategy for national cooperation and collaboration amongst producers particularly in regard to supply and demand and product quality. Activities to include: Evaluating the development of a code of practice that addresses the following: - post harvest handling(emphasis on freshness and quality).- adoption and implementation of a condition index.
3. Develop a Research and Development Strategy that will ensure viability and improved international competitiveness.
Aquaculture in Australia is a rapidly growing industry. More than 60 aquatic species including crustaceans, molluscs, finfish, crocodiles and microalgae are presently cultured in Australia, although less than ten species support around 80% of the total value of the industry. In 1995, a...
A major reason for the code is to ensure that quality of product is maintained throughout the industry, particularly with new entrants. With the appointment of a full-time extension officers to the freshwater crayfish industry and an increased profile of the support agencies at field days and...