Results from the current ‘proof of concept’ study indicate that near infrared (NIR) spectra collected from fish otoliths have potential to estimate the age of Barramundi (Lates calcarifer) and Snapper (Pagrus auratus), with performance varying between species and locality of capture. A...
ORGANISATION:
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries EcoScience Precinct
This document has been compiled from various sources and, to the authors’ knowledge, represents the best advice currently available regarding the use of fish attracting structures to improve recreational angling in Australian impoundments. Although the principles outlined in this document may...
ORGANISATION:
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries EcoScience Precinct
Biofouling of aeration equipment is a significant farm management issue and production cost for Australian marine prawn farms. Defouling aeration equipment has a high labour demand and once fouled, the energy efficiency of paddle-wheels and other aerating equipment can be markedly reduced, leading...
ORGANISATION:
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries EcoScience Precinct
The aim of the project was to establish commercial production and market acceptance of modified atmosphere packaged scallops. This report contains the quality data obtained from raw material evaluation and the shelf life trial. The results of a market trial has been compiled by Fishmac...
ORGANISATION:
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries EcoScience Precinct