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2015-03-01

‘Master’ title builds fishery professionalism

The combination of recognised training and the promotion of professional expertise aims to improve the public perception and reputation of Australia’s fishing industry By Catherine Norwood Greg Golby A new program has been launched in New South Wales aimed at helping fishers to regain...
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2015-03-01

Seafood future is ready-to-go

New market opportunities, new marketing techniques and new products are all contributing to a renewed sense of optimism for Australia’s fishing and seafood industries Demand for seafood is on the rise, and Arthur Raptis believes the future is bright for the Australian seafood industry. Photo:...
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2015-03-01

Blue clue aids Snapper tally

Sorting the Snapper eggs from those of other species will allow egg numbers to be used to assess fish populations A paired, fine mesh ‘bongo’ net used to sample plankton throughout the water column. A molecular marker that turns Snapper eggs a fluorescent blue could revolutionise...
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Sound effects

While humans harness sound to navigate the ocean and its riches, there are growing concerns about the potential impact of industrial noise pollution on marine ecosystems Photo: Photolibrary.com By Bianca Nogrady It is easy to think of the ocean as a place of deep blue quiet, especially...
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FISH Vol 23 1

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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2015-01-01

Collaboration to streamline fisheries management

The first meeting of fisheries-sector government ministers in more than a decade could prove the beginning of an era of cooperative fisheries management Ministers and senior officials meet in Melbourne. Photo: Eamon Gallagher The benefits of greater collaboration in managing all...
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2014-12-01

Underwater contagion control

A fascination with the forces that allow pests and pathogens to flourish, threatening our aquatic industries, drives Marty Deveney’s research into better biosecurity measures Marine biosecurity specialist Marty Deveney. Photo: SARDI By Catherine Norwood The blood, sweat and tears we...
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2014-12-01

Market makeover for Australian Salmon

Atlantic Salmon may soon have a challenger in the form of a native namesake that is the focus of new initiatives from harvesting to product development By Rose Yeoman Fishing for Australian Salmon: commercial beach haul netting at Cheynes Beach, 60 kilometres east of Albany, on the south...
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2014-12-01

Economics 101 transforms pipi fishery

A simple mathematical tool used in agriculture and manufacturing is improving the way the South Australian Pipi Fishery is managed, and optimising its value Bringing in their catch: Chris Wilton (left) and Brett Goodwin. Photos: Jacqui Way By Lynda Delacey Fifteen years ago, pipis...
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2014-12-01

Listening: an essential first step

Talking to industry members about what they want from a seafood marketing program is a vital part of ensuring it delivers By Peter Horvat The FRDC is bringing together the expertise of some senior and respected seafood industry members in a Marketing Function Advisory Committee and engaging...
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