31 results

Contribution to the organisation and publication of ASFB2004 Workshop entitled the “National Symposium on Ecosystem Research and Management of Fisheries”

Project number: 2004-303
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $15,000.00
Principal Investigator: Timothy M. Ward
Organisation: SARDI Food Safety and Innovation
Project start/end date: 29 Jun 2004 - 30 Mar 2007
Contact:
FRDC
TAGS
Workshop
Resource Rehabilitation
Population Dynamics
Fisheries Management
Ecosystem

Need

There are increasing national and international pressures to manage fisheries according to the principles of Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD, e.g. Convention on Biological Diversity 1992; National Strategy for Ecologically Sustainable Development 1992; Australia's Ocean's Policy 1998).

Implementing ESD for Australia’s fisheries means that research and management will need to focus increasingly on ecosystem effects. Recent assessments have shown that few data are available on the ecological effects of most fisheries.

These concepts and approaches are in the developmental stages and need to be better defined, applied and communicated.

This project meets four of the strategies within the FRDCs Natural Resources Sustainability Program:
(1) Interactions between fish and their ecosystems;
(2) Effects of fishing activities on fish and their ecosystems;
(3) Health of fish and their ecosystems; and
(4) fisheries and ecosystems management.

Funding this project would ensure FRDC involvement in this critical national initiative in fisheries research and management and extend the valuable long-term relationship between FRDC and ASFB.

Objectives

1. To conduct the ASFB2004 workshop as the "National Symposium on the Ecosystem Research and Management of Fisheries".
2. To involve international and Australian experts on: pelagic fisheries and trophodynamics
temperate reef fisheries and benthic communities
and rivers and estuaries with limited and variable flows.
3. To publish the proceedings from the Symposium in a peer-reviewed, high-quality format, perhaps as a special edition of Marine and Freshwater Research (MFR).

Final report

Author: Tim Ward
Final Report • 2017-09-29 • 1.84 MB
2004-303-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2017-09-29 • 1.84 MB
2004-303-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2017-09-29 • 1.84 MB
2004-303-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2017-09-29 • 1.84 MB
2004-303-DLD.pdf
Environment

Review of the fishery status for whaler sharks in South Australian and adjacent waters

Project number: 2004-067
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $59,253.00
Principal Investigator: Keith Jones
Organisation: SARDI Food Safety and Innovation
Project start/end date: 14 Aug 2004 - 30 Jan 2007
Contact:
FRDC
TAGS
Tagging
Population Dynamics
Mortality
Fisheries Management
Data
SPECIES
Bronze Whaler

Need

In recent years in South Australia there has been increased interest in the bronze whaler (Carcharinus brachyurus) and the dusky whaler (C. obscurus) shark species. The increased fishery focus has resulted in part from a redirection of effort from school and gummy sharks, whilst the development of sea cage aquaculture in inshore areas of Spencer Gulf has potentially resulted in increased mortality rates for whaler sharks.

The current understanding of the fishery and population biology of these species is too poor to know whether the populations are sustainable under these regimes of increased mortality. One problem for understanding the fishery biology is that comprehensive information on catch is not being collected. This is because both species of sharks are taken in a diversity of fisheries as either targeted or non-targeted catch, and only some information on targeted catch is being reported. Furthermore, this targeted catch and effort information is maintained in different places. Consequently, the first need for assessing the vulnerability of the populations of dusky and bronze whaler sharks in South Australia is to collate the existing catch and effort information. Once this has been achieved the data can be analysed and used in a risk analysis to assess, as far as possible, the vulnerability of dusky and bronze whaler sharks to over-exploitation.

Objectives

1. To collate the existing data for the whaler sharks in South Australian waters from numerous places where these data are maintained, as well as the information on shark mortalities associated with sea cage aquaculture
2. To analyse these data by undertaking a risk assessment, taking into account the lack of data from some sectors, as well as the poor understanding of population biology of these species in South Australia
3. To develop options for improving the collection and maintenance of catch and effort data in the future
4. To make recommendations regarding the need for biological studies on the two species in the future
5. To provide options for managing the whaler shark resource, where there is sufficient information.

Final report

ISBN: 073085350-0
Author: Keith Jones
Final Report • 2008-08-14
2004-067-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2008-08-14
2004-067-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2008-08-14
2004-067-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2008-08-14
2004-067-DLD.pdf

Towards optimising the spatial scale of abalone fishery management

Project number: 2004-019
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $525,407.00
Principal Investigator: Stephen Mayfield
Organisation: SARDI Food Safety and Innovation
Project start/end date: 30 Jul 2004 - 28 May 2008
Contact:
FRDC
TAGS
Stock Assessment
Stakeholder
Population Dynamics
Fisheries Management
Distribution
SPECIES
Blacklip Abalone

Need

Fine scale management of abalone fisheries may reduce the risk of Zonal stock collapse through discreet management units permitting separate extraction controls on the basis of the population parameters specific to these areas.

Furthermore, implementation of finer scale 'management units' has the potential for better resource use through increased TACC based on the productivity of individual populations.

However, fine scale management of abalone fisheries is limited by (1) the existing knowledge on the spatial variability in growth rate, F, M, abundance and reproductive biology of abalone; (2) difficulties with ensuring effective compliance with a multitude of size limits and area TACC by commercial fishers; (3) the ability to estimate relevant minimum sizes and TACC at fine spatial scales; and (4) the ability of managers of abalone fisheries to define appropriate boundaries between 'management units'.

Consequently, there are clear needs (1) to examine the spatial variation in the fisheries biology, morphology and genetics of blacklip abalone; (2) to investigate options for effective compliance at small spatial scales; (3) to model abalone populations at fine spatial scales and (4) to utilise this information to establish a framework that assists with the developement of spatial 'management units' with appropriate MLL and TACC.

This project directly addresses one of the top priorites identified by the South Australian Abalone Fishery Management Committee (Reducing the spatial of management - priority ranking 2), as well as the fourth strategic (Enhance governance arrangements for more innovative, responsive and effective management of the resources) and third targeted priority (Stock assessment/sustainability/management) within the Natural Resources Program R&D priorities identified by the SAFRAB.

Objectives

1. To identify and investigate the utility of a 'morphometric marker' as a rapid, non-destructive approach for determining boundaries among abalone populations.
2. To evaluate approaches for effective compliance at finer spatial scales.
3. Evaluate the spatial variation in the fisheries biology, morphology and population genetics of blacklip abalone populations in the Southern Zone of the South Australian abalone fishery.
4. To model populations of blacklip abalone at a scale appropriate to the spatial variation observed.
5. To establish a framework that will assist in the development of 'management units' appropriate to the spatial variation observed and in accordance with both management and compliance limitations.

Final report

ISBN: 978-0-7308-5386-2
Author: Stephen Mayfield
Final Report • 2008-08-13
2004-019-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2008-08-13
2004-019-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2008-08-13
2004-019-DLD.pdf
Final Report • 2008-08-13
2004-019-DLD.pdf
Environment
PROJECT NUMBER • 2004-201
PROJECT STATUS:
COMPLETED

Innovative Solutions For Aquaculture: planning and management - addressing seal interactions in the finfish aquaculture industry

The broad aims of this study were to provide information on the foraging zones of seals, and the location of breeding colonies and haulout locations in the Eyre Peninsula region of South Australia, to assist in the zoning, appropriate placement and management of future finfish aquaculture...
ORGANISATION:
SARDI Food Safety and Innovation
TAGS
Tagging
Remote Sensing
Innovation
Fishing Technology
Fishing Gear
SPECIES
Southern Bluefin Tuna
Mulloway
Yellowtail Kingfish

Aquafin CRC - SBT Aquaculture Subprogram: strategic planning, project management and adoption

Project number: 2004-216
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $436,000.00
Principal Investigator: Steven Clarke
Organisation: SARDI Food Safety and Innovation
Project start/end date: 29 Jun 2004 - 30 Jul 2008
Contact:
FRDC
TAGS
Policy
Innovation
Communications
Aquaculture
SPECIES
Southern Bluefin Tuna

Need

This Project is essential for the development of a cohesive research and development approach aimed at meeting the priority needs of the SBT Aquaculture Industry. The industry has developed rapidly since its initiation in 1990 and has the opportunity to continue to do so; however targeted research and development is needed to underpin this development and to assure the long-term sustainability of the industry in an increasingly competitive international market.

This project provides the basis for the SBT Aquaculture Subprogram (and Aquafin CRC Production and Value Adding Programs that the Subprogram Leader also leads). The Subprogram includes a management structure to oversee the active research projects and ensure they achieve the desired outcomes; provides a focused strategy for disseminating research results to industry and obtaining feedback; and setting research priorities. This project ensures that the minimum level of duplication occurs in the provision of research services; provide a focus for SBT aquaculture research and sucessional planning of key persons; addresses industry priorities by establishing a mechanism to empower industry's involvement in their research; establishes a framework to ensure that SBT aquaculture research is orderly and targeted; and disseminates, where appropriate, research information to stakeholders.

Opportunities also exist for the development of further research proposals targeted at other research and development funding agencies (eg. AusIndustry). For instance, the Program Leader has recently worked with David Ellis, TBOASA, and two tuna farming companies to submit AusIndustry Start Graduate Grant Applications. These, if successful, will facilitate the active involvement of two of the small companies interested in applying the Aquafin CRC research outcomes in a commercial setting and undertaking in-house research activities.

This project provides a mechanism for identifying priorities, quality research providers and opportunities, as well as coordinating and facilitating grant applications. This project provides the resources to ensure that the projects within its portfolio achieve the desired outcomes. This responsibility represents, over 4 years, an investment of $525,344 towards the overall management of approximately $8.5 million research and development, which is the Aquafin CRC-FRDC funding commitment to SBT aquaculture research over this time period.

Objectives

1. Strategic Planning: provide a coordinated research and development program addressing the focus areas of the Strategic R&D Plan: 2001-2006 for the SBT Aquaculture Industry and the specified R&D objectives and outcomes of the Aquafin CRC Commonwealth Agreement. Review and update the R&D Plan on an annual basis.
2. Administration: coordinate and manage project, subprogram and program milestones, variations, budgets, communications and meetings relevant to the SBT Aquaculture Subprogram.
3. Information Technology Transfer: disseminate information to faciliatate the uptake and commercialisation of research outcomes via “Tuna-brief” newsletters, an annual industry conference (including published Conference Proceedings), industry workshops, meetings with individual companies and a regularly updated website.

Final report

ISBN: 978-1-921563-07-2
Author: Steven Clarke
Final Report • 2009-09-16
2004-216-DLD.pdf

Summary

This project implemented the agreed Strategic R&D Plan for the SBT aquaculture industry for the period of 2004-2008 and in doing this provided the key linkage with the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation and the Aquafin CRC.

It provided an administrative framework and processes that:

• engaged stakeholders, specifically the SBT aquaculture industry and the State managers responsible for its development and regulation, in the process of identifying and prioritising research needs and monitoring the projects designed to meet those needs;
• enabled research groups to shape their programs to the needs of industry, government and other stakeholders;
• maximised and coordinated the use of the limited research infrastructure available;
• led to the development of additional research infrastructure, equipment and people capability; and
• maximised the transfer of useful information from research projects to end­users.

As a consequence, all the projects undertaken within the SBT Aquaculture Subprogram research portfolio were directed at outcomes strongly supported by end­users. The projects all involved a high level of active collaboration between researchers and with the SBT industry, and adoption of the successful research outcomes was rapid. As measured by the Aquafin CRC, the impact of a wide range of research outcomes has already been substantial.

Keywords: Southern bluefin tuna, Aquaculture, SBT Aquaculture Subprogram, South Australia, Aquafin CRC, and FRDC.

Final Report • 2009-09-16
2004-216-DLD.pdf

Summary

This project implemented the agreed Strategic R&D Plan for the SBT aquaculture industry for the period of 2004-2008 and in doing this provided the key linkage with the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation and the Aquafin CRC.

It provided an administrative framework and processes that:

• engaged stakeholders, specifically the SBT aquaculture industry and the State managers responsible for its development and regulation, in the process of identifying and prioritising research needs and monitoring the projects designed to meet those needs;
• enabled research groups to shape their programs to the needs of industry, government and other stakeholders;
• maximised and coordinated the use of the limited research infrastructure available;
• led to the development of additional research infrastructure, equipment and people capability; and
• maximised the transfer of useful information from research projects to end­users.

As a consequence, all the projects undertaken within the SBT Aquaculture Subprogram research portfolio were directed at outcomes strongly supported by end­users. The projects all involved a high level of active collaboration between researchers and with the SBT industry, and adoption of the successful research outcomes was rapid. As measured by the Aquafin CRC, the impact of a wide range of research outcomes has already been substantial.

Keywords: Southern bluefin tuna, Aquaculture, SBT Aquaculture Subprogram, South Australia, Aquafin CRC, and FRDC.

Final Report • 2009-09-16
2004-216-DLD.pdf

Summary

This project implemented the agreed Strategic R&D Plan for the SBT aquaculture industry for the period of 2004-2008 and in doing this provided the key linkage with the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation and the Aquafin CRC.

It provided an administrative framework and processes that:

• engaged stakeholders, specifically the SBT aquaculture industry and the State managers responsible for its development and regulation, in the process of identifying and prioritising research needs and monitoring the projects designed to meet those needs;
• enabled research groups to shape their programs to the needs of industry, government and other stakeholders;
• maximised and coordinated the use of the limited research infrastructure available;
• led to the development of additional research infrastructure, equipment and people capability; and
• maximised the transfer of useful information from research projects to end­users.

As a consequence, all the projects undertaken within the SBT Aquaculture Subprogram research portfolio were directed at outcomes strongly supported by end­users. The projects all involved a high level of active collaboration between researchers and with the SBT industry, and adoption of the successful research outcomes was rapid. As measured by the Aquafin CRC, the impact of a wide range of research outcomes has already been substantial.

Keywords: Southern bluefin tuna, Aquaculture, SBT Aquaculture Subprogram, South Australia, Aquafin CRC, and FRDC.

Final Report • 2009-09-16
2004-216-DLD.pdf

Summary

This project implemented the agreed Strategic R&D Plan for the SBT aquaculture industry for the period of 2004-2008 and in doing this provided the key linkage with the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation and the Aquafin CRC.

It provided an administrative framework and processes that:

• engaged stakeholders, specifically the SBT aquaculture industry and the State managers responsible for its development and regulation, in the process of identifying and prioritising research needs and monitoring the projects designed to meet those needs;
• enabled research groups to shape their programs to the needs of industry, government and other stakeholders;
• maximised and coordinated the use of the limited research infrastructure available;
• led to the development of additional research infrastructure, equipment and people capability; and
• maximised the transfer of useful information from research projects to end­users.

As a consequence, all the projects undertaken within the SBT Aquaculture Subprogram research portfolio were directed at outcomes strongly supported by end­users. The projects all involved a high level of active collaboration between researchers and with the SBT industry, and adoption of the successful research outcomes was rapid. As measured by the Aquafin CRC, the impact of a wide range of research outcomes has already been substantial.

Keywords: Southern bluefin tuna, Aquaculture, SBT Aquaculture Subprogram, South Australia, Aquafin CRC, and FRDC.

Aquafin CRC - SBT Aquaculture Subprogram: assessment of alternative platforms for southern bluefin tuna research

Project number: 2004-212
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $53,213.00
Principal Investigator: Wayne G. Hutchinson
Organisation: SARDI Food Safety and Innovation
Project start/end date: 30 May 2004 - 30 Apr 2008
Contact:
FRDC
SPECIES
Southern Bluefin Tuna

Need

Commercial in confidence. To know more about this project please contact FRDC.

Objectives

Commercial in confidence

Aquafin CRC - SBT Aquaculture Subprogram: management of food safety hazards in farmed Southern Bluefin Tuna to exploit market opportunities

Project number: 2004-206
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $753,180.00
Principal Investigator: David Padula
Organisation: SARDI Food Safety and Innovation
Project start/end date: 29 Jun 2004 - 29 Feb 2008
Contact:
FRDC
SPECIES
Southern Bluefin Tuna

Need

Commercial in confidence. To know more about this project please contact FRDC.

Objectives

Commercial in confidence
View Filter

Research

Category

Species

Organisation