Biosecurity or Trade Barrier? The Economic Costs of Quarantine. Agricultural, fishing and forestry groups are united in supporting strict biosecurity measures, such as quarantine, in order to prevent any possibility of the importation of diseases. However, the importation of certain products from "diseased" countries does not necessarily mean that the disease will also be imported, and even if imported it may not result in the destruction of the local industry. The "diseased" countries obviousl ....Biosecurity or Trade Barrier? The Economic Costs of Quarantine. Agricultural, fishing and forestry groups are united in supporting strict biosecurity measures, such as quarantine, in order to prevent any possibility of the importation of diseases. However, the importation of certain products from "diseased" countries does not necessarily mean that the disease will also be imported, and even if imported it may not result in the destruction of the local industry. The "diseased" countries obviously remain competitive if they are able to export the products. Foreign quarantine restrictions are restricting Australia's access to international markets. The costs to consumers of the current zero-tolerance policy has not been quantified. The costs may indeed exceed the benefit.Read moreRead less
China's Industrialisation and Demand for Energy and Minerals. Understanding China's medium and long-term growth prospects and the implications for both demand and supply of resources are critically important to Australian economic policy and performance, as well as to investment decisions of Australian resource producers, and professional decisions of Australians in a wide range of occupations. Analysis of the medium and long-term demand for resources from China would be beneficial for Australia ....China's Industrialisation and Demand for Energy and Minerals. Understanding China's medium and long-term growth prospects and the implications for both demand and supply of resources are critically important to Australian economic policy and performance, as well as to investment decisions of Australian resource producers, and professional decisions of Australians in a wide range of occupations. Analysis of the medium and long-term demand for resources from China would be beneficial for Australian resource industries. It is also important to Australian budget, education and infrastructure policy. Increasing Chinese demand for resources will be critical in shaping global environmental policies.Read moreRead less
The social and environmental implications of privately regulated food quality standards for agri-food networks in Asia-Pacific. This proposal will contribute to an environmentally sustainable Australia in two ways. First, the research will highlight barriers to the uptake of environmental standards among fruit and vegetable growers as well as potential strategies to encourage certification. Second, the research will assess the extent to which compliance with internationally harmonised standards ....The social and environmental implications of privately regulated food quality standards for agri-food networks in Asia-Pacific. This proposal will contribute to an environmentally sustainable Australia in two ways. First, the research will highlight barriers to the uptake of environmental standards among fruit and vegetable growers as well as potential strategies to encourage certification. Second, the research will assess the extent to which compliance with internationally harmonised standards actually assists or encourages farmers to address local priority environmental issues. Improved understanding of the social and environmental impact of standards will highlight domestic policy and regulatory shifts which may be necessary to maximise positive environmental outcomes.Read moreRead less
Identification Of New Market Opportunities For Southern Rock Lobster Exports
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$89,000.00
Summary
The project is required to identify new export markets and find new more profitable niches in existing markets. The industry also must become more market driven and have a better understanding of changes in global supply chains and their impact on the industry, along with a need to obtain a better understanding of customers and the opportunities for product value adding.
The project aligns with the the FRDC Strategic R & D Plan under Program 2 'Industry Development' and sub-title 'Marke ....The project is required to identify new export markets and find new more profitable niches in existing markets. The industry also must become more market driven and have a better understanding of changes in global supply chains and their impact on the industry, along with a need to obtain a better understanding of customers and the opportunities for product value adding.
The project aligns with the the FRDC Strategic R & D Plan under Program 2 'Industry Development' and sub-title 'Market Development'.
The project also aligns with the southern lobster industry strategic plan in several 'High Priority' areas.
Investment Platform 1 'Profitability' - Action 1 - "Increase sales margin per Kg of lobster through market development and supply chain management"
Investment Platform 3 'Market Planning & Development' - Action 3 - "Conduct market research in selected Asian, North American, and European markets to: - Identify viable niche market opportunities. - Identify consumer needs and preferences for fresh and value added lobster products - Identify cool chain and quality management requirements - Identify the product and supply capabilities of competitors - Meet importers, distributors, and food service managers to establish rapport, enhance industry awareness, and discuss value adding opportunities - Assess new food service and value adding technologies that may be applied to 'Jasus Edwardsii'
Objectives: 1. Identify new markets for southern lobster which will spread the existing market base, create added demand, and better insulate against market downturns. 2. Identify new niches in existing markets through a better understanding of pricing, competitors, seasonality windows, and changing supply channels. 3. Gain a better understanding of foreign consumer and customer needs and identify opportunities for value added lobster products. Read moreRead less
International coalitions for climate change mitigation: the role of carbon market linkages and trade restrictions. This project uses cooperative game theory, implementation theory and agent-based modelling to investigate how coalitions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions could be formed and maintained among countries. Applications include the role of carbon market linkage and trade policy, in countries of the Asia-Pacific region.
Economic Diplomacy and National Prosperity. This project aims to examine the effectiveness of economic diplomacy in contributing to Australia’s exports and inflow of foreign investment. The government’s economic diplomacy agenda guides a substantial portion of the activity of the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). With the collaboration of DFAT, the project will develop a dataset to capture characteristics of Australia’s diplomatic sector, export and foreign di ....Economic Diplomacy and National Prosperity. This project aims to examine the effectiveness of economic diplomacy in contributing to Australia’s exports and inflow of foreign investment. The government’s economic diplomacy agenda guides a substantial portion of the activity of the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). With the collaboration of DFAT, the project will develop a dataset to capture characteristics of Australia’s diplomatic sector, export and foreign direct investment ; use a gravity model to identify the determinants of trade and investment through diplomacy for Australia; and estimate the benefits to specific export industries. The project aims to also inform DFAT’s resource allocation, risk management and to assist advocacy in the public domain on trade and investment issues.Read moreRead less