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2022-03-11

Science briefs

Microfibre ocean pollution Recent research into the consumption of microplastics by fish in Australian waters found that microfibres from clothing made up the largest portion of plastics ingested (see story page 4). Synthetic fabrics such as polyester, acrylic and nylon represent...
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2022-03-04

Movers

The latest movers in the seafood sector Claire Webber has joined the South Australian Sardine Industry Association (SASIA) as the full-time executive officer, taking over from Paul Watson. Kirsten Rough has replaced Claire at the Australian Southern Bluefin Tuna Industry Association (ASBTIA)...
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2022-03-04

Final reports

Final reports Oysters Australia Strategic Plan 2019–208 This project provided funding for Oysters Australia (OA) to develop a strategic plan to coordinate oyster industry research, development and extension (RD&E) across Australia as part of its Industry Partnership Agreement (IPA)...
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2022-03-04

New projects

The FRDC Board has recently approved the following research projects Project number Project Applicant R&D Plan outcome 2021-096 Southern Rock Lobster planning and management...
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2022-03-04

Global innovation in the box

An environmentally friendly alternative to the ubiquitous polystyrene boxes used in the seafood sector is poised to enter the market, developed by fishers, for fishers, with many benefits including superior thermal performance By Catherine Norwood A small Queensland fishing business is...
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2022-03-04

Hooked on solutions

Evaluating insect meal proteins in aquafeeds, PhD candidates Kat Doughty and Isobel Sewell are drawn to the potential of aquaculture to address food security and climate issues Words and photos by Corrina Ridgway “I’ll get one shot at this,” comments Katarina ‘Kat’ Doughty, concentrating on...
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2022-03-04

Diving into sustainability

Good science is the basis of credible assessment initiatives to help consumers choose sustainable seafood By Ilaria Catizone Consumers are increasingly demanding proof of their seafood’s sustainability and they are turning to a range of seafood certifications, rating programs and indices to...
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2022-03-04

Of fish, chips, community, culture and batter

Communities have united behind their favourite fish and chip shops, with close competition in the voting for the state winners of the 2021 Great Australian Fish & Chip Awards By Anne Crawford Fish and chip shops are ubiquitous in Australia and a familiar sight in country towns and suburbs...
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2022-03-04

An app-etite for smartphone technology

A team of emerging leaders in Australia's fishing and seafood sectors set out to identify how smartphone apps and digital technologies are benefiting users By Luke Cordwell, Jaime McAllister and Cassandra Pert From enhanced user experiences to digital catch reporting, the creation and adoption...
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2022-03-04

Leadership program creates new online opportunities

The value of networks came to the fore as the National Seafood Industry Leadership Program adapted to uncertain times, developing new opportunities for current and future participants By Anne Crawford The FRDC’s National Seafood Industry Leadership Program (NSILP) faced an uphill challenge...
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