Herpesviruses can potentially destroy Australia's oyster and abalone fisheries, with aquaculture being particularly vulnerable. One of the few interventions available to these industries is to breed genetically resistant stock. The breeding programs currently underway have focussed on other...
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Overview
Commercial and recreational fishing inevitably results in the capture of unwanted fish species. While some of these species are sold at low prices for low-value products, a significant portion are discarded at sea.
Despite advancements in fishing gear to reduce bycatch, large...
Amoebic gill disease (AGD) research remains a high priority for the Tasmanian salmon industry. AGD vaccine Phase III project (FRDC project 2007/234), at the request of the Tasmanian salmon industry, commenced under the auspices of the AquafinCRC and is scheduled to be adopted by the Seafood CRC in...
The Western Australian Premier recently announced a ‘Statement of Commitment’ to the development of the aquaculture industry in Western Australia. This Statement is supported by the establishment of new marine finfish zones along the Kimberley and Mid West coasts by the State Government. As the...
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Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) Fremantle