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Environment
PROJECT NUMBER • 2010-046
DATE START/END: 31 JUL 2010 - 14 DEC 2011

Proposed Standards and Guidelines for Bycatch Management in Commonwealth Fisheries

Australian fisheries and government have invested substantially in bycatch mitigation over the past two decades, resulting in significant improvements in bycatch mitigation in several fisheries. In many cases, however, the fishing industry and management are unable to demonstrate the effectiveness...
ORGANISATION:
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) ABARES
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2013-03-01

Genetic technology in the management of wild fisheries

A new FRDC report examines the role that current and developing genetic technologies can play in addressing some of the key issues involved in the exploitation of wild fisheries Scientists at the TRACE Wildlife Forensics laboratory use genetic testing to determine the origin of seafood for the...
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2021-11-30

World Fisheries Congress: The race to improve ocean outcomes

From global initiatives to fishery-based strategies, two speakers at the World Fisheries Congress outlined action needed for healthy oceans and to help fisheries adapt to climate change By Catherine Norwood Warming temperatures and ocean acidification are already causing significant problems...
Environment
PROJECT NUMBER • 2014-204
DATE START/END: 17 JUL 2014 - 29 DEC 2015

Implications of current spatial management measures on AFMA ERAs for habitats

Addressing the environmental sustainability of fishing continues to be a major strategic challenge, even though Australia is a world leader in ecosystem based management of fisheries. Australian fisheries must meet legislative requirements under the EPBC Act and regular environmental reviews...
ORGANISATION:
CSIRO Oceans and Atmosphere Hobart
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2020-03-01

Deepening Australia’s connection to fisheries

The Indigenous people’s valuable contribution to the fishing sector is being integrated into Australia’s fishing policy and practices By Gio Braidotti Access to fisheries resources is an important part of cultural practices and self-determination for Indigenous communities. Photo: Brad...
Industry
PROJECT NUMBER • 2008-010
DATE START/END: 21 JUL 2008 - 29 JUN 2011

Developing a support tool for management decisions in coastal multi-species scalefish fisheries

An innovative approach linking population dynamics, fishing activities and management strategies is needed to support management decisions in coastal multi-species scalefish fisheries around Australia. These fisheries often exhibit very complex population and fishery dynamics because of their high...
ORGANISATION:
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
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2014-09-01

Queen’s Birthday honours for fishing industry

Three of this year’s Queen’s Birthday honours recipients have been recognised for their many years of service to diverse aspects of Australia’s fisheries-related industries and communities: freshwater research, game fishing and aquaculture Philip Spencer Lake (known as Sam) was named an Officer...
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2019-12-01

Scenarios help focus on future strategies

A new approach is needed to prepare Australia’s fishing and seafood sector for a complex and technologically interconnected future By Matt Barwick and Gary Saliba Will past trends continue, or will the future of fishing and aquaculture be shaped by entirely different factors, with...
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2016-09-01

Fisheries go on the record

New technology and more sophisticated data systems are helping fishers and managers offer greater assurance on sustainable fishing practices By Tom Bicknell The increased complexity of fisheries management and greater scrutiny of the industry overall is leading to an increase in the monitoring...
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2014-03-01

Achievements and challenges 2012–13

The FRDC’s annual report highlights progress in several industry areas while identifying challenges for the future Overall, Australia’s fishing and aquaculture industry continues to demonstrate a high level of performance, stewardship and focus on best practice. Despite this, the community...
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