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New Product Development from Low Value Species

Project number: 1995-142
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $68,045.00
Principal Investigator: Barry J. Hoole
Organisation: Western Australian Fishing Industry Council Inc (WAFIC)
Project start/end date: 29 Jun 1995 - 31 Jul 1996
Contact:
FRDC

Objectives

1. To improve the value of the fishery by: a) using more of the product caught
2. b) value adding the product
3. c) producing a dry lobster bait, or at least a fishmeal from the resultant waste.

Value added beche-de-mer products

Project number: 1992-125.02
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $13,000.00
Principal Investigator: Rich
Organisation: Department of Primary Industries (QLD)
Project start/end date: 29 Jun 1994 - 18 Apr 1995
Contact:
FRDC

Objectives

1. To develop a number of value added products using beche-de-mer
2. To advance industry from iminial processing to substantial processing
3. To fully utilise limited resource

Final report

ISBN: 0724265090
Author: B.R. Rich
Final Report • 1995-03-30 • 4.77 MB
1992-125.02-DLD.pdf

Summary

In recent years, increased interest has been shown in the Queensland beche-de-mer industry. As a consequence, there has been a number of initiatives taken to ensure the industry will have a sustainable future. The industry, traditionally a 'cottage' industry in the past, has not been able to access many of the practices employed in 'main stream' food manufacturing operations. However, with the adoption of modern technology and modern processing establishments coming on line, the industry is joining the 'main stream' of food processing.

With the use of modern equipment and the high capital outlay, it is important to produce products of as high a quality as possible and maximise returns. This publication endeavours to cover issues which are relevant to the modernization of this industry. By increasing awareness of factors influencing processing and product quality, it is hoped the Queensland beche-de-mer industry will establish a sustained future and reputation as a supplier of high quality products.

Marine oils from Australian fish: characterisation and value added products

Project number: 1994-115
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $178,862.00
Principal Investigator: Peter D. Nichols
Organisation: CSIRO Oceans and Atmosphere Hobart
Project start/end date: 14 Sep 1994 - 30 May 1998
Contact:
FRDC

Objectives

1. To assist Australian industry develop new marine oil based, value-added products from existing or new fisheries including the bycatch and waste generated by the fishing and related industries (See Attachment to B4)

Final report

ISBN: 0643-061533
Author: Peter Nichols
Final Report • 1998-01-18 • 9.01 MB
1994-115-DLD.pdf

Summary

Fish contain an array of oils, which vary markedly between species. The waste, by-catch and by­products from the Australian :fishing industry can therefore be value-added to yield a range of marine oils. It is estimated that 100 000 tonnes per annum of the Australian fish catch goes to waste. Research from this Project ( and its forerunner 91/77) has focused on oil from deep water and pelagic fish, and as a result of this work several companies have commenced production of marine oils for export and local use. Our research involved characterization of marine oils from Australian species, searching for new sources of commercially sought-after oils, development of new or refinement of existing processes suitable for Australian oils, and transfer of know-how to industry. Strong links exist with industry, giving an increased return for both the fishermen and oil processors, without increasing catch effort. Oils examined include: (i) wax esters derived from orange roughy, oreo dories and other fishes, (ii) shark liver oils containing squalene and diacylglycerol ethers, and (iii) triacylglycerol oils rich in essential omega-3 fatty acids. The oils are used as lubricants, in degreaser and hand cleaner products, in cosmetics and nutraceuticals.

The strengths of the Australian Marine Oils industry include: (i) relative sustainability of raw material (some countries show resources in decline), (ii) a clean and green image of the local resource, (iii) closeness to Asian markets, (iv) uniqueness of composition of several marine oils, (v) an increasing knowledge of marine oils and (vi) development of appropriate technologies. Opportunities exist based on these strengths and the Marine Oils industry has taken several products into the international market place. Together these features provide the Australian fishing and associated industries with the capacity to better utilize existing resources.

Project products

Report • 1998-01-18 • 1.13 MB
1991-077and1994-115-DLD.pdf

Summary

This report describes an ex-post cost/benefit analysis on two FRDC projects:

•  1991-077, Orange Roughy and Other Marine Oils: Characterization and Commercial Applications; and
•  1994-115, Marine Oils from Australian Fish: Characterization and Value Added Products.

The initial 1991 project was framed in the context of the boom orange roughy catches of the late 1980s-early 1990s and widespread concern over the amount of wastage that was occurring in terms of the landed orange roughy catch and the deep water sharks that were taken as bycatch by the orange roughy fleet.

Accordingly, project 1991-077 was focused on characterising the oil composition of orange roughy, oreo dories and deep sea sharks, on identifying processing techniques to extract and purify orange roughy and shark liver oils, and on identifying potential commercial products based on orange roughy-type oils and shark liver oils.

Project 1994-115 continued these general themes, though with less focus on the orange roughy-type oils and greater emphasis on the polyunsaturated omega-3 type fish oils. New species were characterised - with particular reference to their omega-3 content - and attention was given to developing processes to purify omega-3 type oils. The shark liver work continued - more species of shark were characterised - and further efforts were made at improving processes to extract and purify shark liver oils.

Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) - Marine oils from Australian fish: characterisation and value added products

Project number: 1994-115.80
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $5,981.05
Principal Investigator: Gerry Geen
Organisation: CSIRO Oceans and Atmosphere Hobart
Project start/end date: 26 Oct 2002 - 28 Oct 2002
Contact:
FRDC

Objectives

1. To assist Australian industry develop new marine oil based, value-added products from existing or new fisheries including the bycatch and waste generated by the fishing and related industries (See Attachment to B4)

Value added eel/rice products

Project number: 1992-125.03
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $4,000.00
Principal Investigator: Janette McDonald
Organisation: Department of Primary Industries (QLD)
Project start/end date: 9 Sep 1993 - 1 Mar 1994
Contact:
FRDC

Objectives

1. Undertake a feasibility study to evaluate the potential of processed eel/rice prototypes for the 'heat and eat' market for the Japanese market

Final report

Author: J K McDonald
Final Report • 1994-04-30 • 1.41 MB
1992-125.03-DLD.pdf

Summary

This report sets out the results of a study undertaken by IFIQ to determine the feasibility of producing a shelf-stable eel/rice convenience meal for the Japanese market.

The study was divided into three parts:

  • A survey of current technical and marketing information on eel and eel products;
  • A preliminary production trial to evaluate the effects on pre­processing methods and retort processing on eel and rice in suitable packaging; and
  • Evaluation of the concept of a heat and eat eel/rice meal by Japanese consumers in focus groups.

The information survey included on-line searches of available databases (both Technical and Marketing) and personal communications with a number of Government agencies involved either directly or indirectly with the Japanese market. The responses indicated that there was no market research information available at the time in terms of consumer preferences for a specific product such as the proposed eel/rice meal or for the ready to eat preprocessed retail market in general. There was information available about eel in terms of biology and farming but processing information was limited to Kabayaki eel exported from Taiwan to Japan and to eel products produced and consumed in Europe. The initial information relating to Japanese consumption of eel was limited and contradictory.

The production trial set out to evaluate the effect of the retort process on minimally preprocessed eel pieces, with and without an eel sauce and to evaluate the suitability of a rice variety which had been developed specifically for the Japanese market. The two ingredients were packed separately (in 250 g plastic trays with foil webbing) but processed under identical conditions. It was hoped that samples from these runs could be used in focus groups to obtain feedback from Japanese consumers residing in Brisbane.

Value adding silver warehou - basic handling and sensory analyses studies

Project number: 1998-420
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $9,750.00
Principal Investigator: Norm Grant
Organisation: Southland Fish Supplies Pty Ltd
Project start/end date: 15 Jun 1999 - 18 Sep 2001
Contact:
FRDC

Need

Southland is one of the largest operators in the SEF. It operates two vessels of its own and packs and transports fish for three others. The combined catch of these vessels represents about one third of the total SEF quota catch.

Southland has taken steps to improve its marketing procedures in terms of quality controls and management of its distribution procedures, and their returns for most species have improved as a result. However, they have been unable to influence the demand for silver warehou.

The silver warehou quota is a relatively large portion of the overall SEF allocation, and for operators in the fishery such as Southland (facing proportionally large and increasing costs per kilogram to manage, catch and market fish) the consistently poor return for such a large percentage of quota is of great concern.

Southland has limited financial resources for R&D, and before a more costly and lengthy research project is devised, some investigation into the anecdotal suggestions should occur which could provide a documented summary of (preliminary) findings to guide researchers. This would have the additional benefits of helping to set the parameters of further research; might provide some timely information of immediate assistance to fishers, marketers and consumers; and might even foreshadow the product development needs of this fishery and its potential price growth prospects.

Objectives

1. To undertake a series of experiments to establish if on-board handling is a significant factor in the appearance and eating quality of silver warehou flesh. The main purposes of this are to :a) justify and indicate direction of further research ,if deemed warranted, by testing anecdotal evidence that raw material handling and cooking methods significantly effect culinary excellence and b) to provide some immediate advice to fishers and buyers if significant differences are found
2. To develop cooking methods, recipes and preparation/storage techniques which are most appropriate to silver warehou and will enhance its eating qualities. The main purposes of this are:a) to assist fishers and traders target markets most suited to the usage characteristics of the species
b) to provide immediate information for marketers, trade-end users and consumers about the best utilisation of silver warehou.

Final report

Author: Norman Grant
Final Report • 2001-09-18 • 523.21 KB
1998-420-DLD.pdf

Summary

Silver warehou (Seriolella punctata) is one of the most abundant species of the South East (Trawl) Fishery but in terms of culinary appeal, compares poorly to many other fish.  Consequently it is not popular in food service markets, reducing its opportunity for price growth.

Anecdotal evidence, however, suggested that the eating quality of silver warehou might be affected by on-board handling,  and that 'in-kitchen' preparation, storage and cooking methods might also significantly affect its culinary appeal.  

This project was a preliminary investigation to test the anecdotal evidence and provide direction for further research in specific areas if warranted. 

Industry
PROJECT NUMBER • 2000-480
PROJECT STATUS:
COMPLETED

Preliminary study on the development of value added products from an under utilised shellfish resource

The introduction of the Pacific oyster Crassostrea gigas into Tasmanian waters has led to a large population of feral Pacific oysters. This resource is to the most part under utilised and generally viewed as a pest. Harvesting this resource would provide both social and environmental benefits. To...
ORGANISATION:
Australian Maritime College (AMC)

SCRC: PhD : Quality, shelf-life and value-adding of Australian oysters

Project number: 2008-763
Project Status:
Completed
Budget expenditure: $0.00
Principal Investigator: Miguel de Barros Lopes
Organisation: University of South Australia
Project start/end date: 31 Dec 2008 - 30 Jan 2012
Contact:
FRDC

Need

This project will contribute to work that will fulfill critical CRC Milestones. There is potential that the work will result in a direct increase in the value of Australian oyster production by value adding existing products.

The Australian Seafood CRC has previously identified building capacity in the area of seafood processing is a high priority for the CRC. This project will make use of and contribute to the collaborative links (to be developed) with the UK based Grimsby Institute.

The project will develop Australian capability and capacity in value adding of products that will be applicable to many areas of the CRC. This will be critical to the Australian seafood processing industry being able to deliver innovative seafood products which are of high eating quality.

Industry
PROJECT NUMBER • 2004-236
PROJECT STATUS:
COMPLETED

Aquaculture Nutrition Subprogram: evaluation of value-added grain protein products for Atlantic salmon and black tiger prawns

This program represents a major collaborative initiative between the Grains and Fisheries Research and Development Corporations. It has engaged seven different research providers and three industrial collaborators in achieving its outcomes. Numerous findings were encountered through this program,...
ORGANISATION:
University of Western Australia (UWA)
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