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2016-12-01

Moving in on Snapper

New insights into the population dynamics in South Australia’s Snapper fishery are being driven by innovative research approaches and technological advances Snapper sampled by researchers in order to collect biological information on the species. Photo: Leigh Warneke, SARDI By...
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Beyond the catch

Fresh food choices, tourist experiences, local marine knowledge and a sense of belonging are just some of the values local fisheries provide to their communities Andrew Nye, Indigenous professional fisher, NSW South Coast Photo: Hayley Egan Key research findings Photo: Michelle...
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Forces combine to tackle crab pot crime

One of the most innovative teams of crime researchers in the world is helping crab fishers with the pervasive and damaging impact of crab pot theft Crab fisher Troy Billin Photos: Debrah Novak Crab fishing is a popular pastime in estuarine areas, with pots or dilly hoop nets the most commonly...
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In brief

FRDC leads National Carp Control Plan National Carp Control Plan leader Matt Barwick. The FRDC will lead the newly announced $15 million National Carp Control Plan, which will evaluate the benefit of biological control of carp through the use of a carp virus (Cyprinid herpesvirus). Minister...
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Aquaculture on a rising tide

With planning approvals finalised, and crucial research underway, Australia appears to be poised for a surge in aquaculture production In 2008 it seemed optimistic, but not unreasonable, that Australia would be producing 100,000 tonnes of fish and seafood from aquaculture by 2015. At the...
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FISH Vol 24 4

FISH is the official newsletter of the Fisheries Research & Development Corporation. It is published quarterly in March, June, September and December. The hard copy version is distributed widely throughout the industry via direct mail. To obtain a hard copy of "FISH", please fill in your details...
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2016-09-01

Innovation focus to drive fisheries productivity

Innovation is critical to the future of sustainable fisheries and aquaculture production. So how does Australia’s performance stack up? By Catherine Norwood Australia’s innovation in fishery and aquaculture industries can now be more readily compared with other countries as a result of a new...
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Western Australia looks to aquaculture for growth

A coordinated, inter-agency approach is being formulated to support the development of aquaculture in the west By Catherine Norwood The need for sustained and patient capital, and an alignment of government and industry effort, were two of the key messages to emerge at a forum discussing...
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Culinary young guns tour NSW regions

Educating the food sector about the sustainability of Australia’s fisheries remains an important focus for the FRDC By Peter Horvat Food-service industry professionals occupy a unique place as both significant buyers of seafood and as opinion leaders. What better way to get the message...
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Industry News

Comment wanted on national levy for maritime safety services Fishing boats in harbour, Fremantle. Photo:123rf The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has launched a two-month consultation process to discuss the structure of a new single national levy to fund the National System for...
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