Objectives: 1. To provide objective and relative ratings of FRDC's policy coverage and suggestions for improvement 2. To identify priority policies for board engagement with a suggested approach.
The North Queensland Continental Shelf And Slope Survey Using The Tethered Rope Instrument Package (TRIP)
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Summary
Objectives: 1. Explore the upper margins of the continental slope between 15 and 150 fathoms in the Cairns region to define the extent & location of potential fisheries resources & 2. aid formulation of new management policies
Leaders Idea Forum - Seafood Community Think Tank- “A Seafood Community United By Ideas”
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$24,763.56
Summary
The perception of the seafood Industry is that, while many individual enterprises are successful and forward moving, on an Industry wide level there is a lack of creative thinking and platforms to express Ideas. The thought processes within the seafood industry need to be fluid enough to evolve, adapt and deal with current and future issues. By promoting discussion and enabling people to explore ideas and issues in a different context, not bound by existing thoughts and limitations, we ....The perception of the seafood Industry is that, while many individual enterprises are successful and forward moving, on an Industry wide level there is a lack of creative thinking and platforms to express Ideas. The thought processes within the seafood industry need to be fluid enough to evolve, adapt and deal with current and future issues. By promoting discussion and enabling people to explore ideas and issues in a different context, not bound by existing thoughts and limitations, we can come up with new ideas, distinct solutions and fresh policy options for our industry.
Why is this needed: • The seafood industry has a perception as being an ageing industry with a lack of fresh thinking. • The industry faces complex challenges operating in a changing world that is mobile, connected and savvy. There is a need, not just to react to these changes, but rather lead and act in a proactive manner. • Through the participation of attendees who are not currently part of the decision making processes within the industry, yet intrinsically linked to its evolution, as well as other leaders and influential people from different industries, new idea’s and innovative thought paths can be formed.Read moreRead less
Australian Fisheries And Aquaculture Statistics 2014
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$88,000.00
Summary
Statistics on Australian fisheries production and trade provides a source of information for a range of purposes. The information can be used to meet the needs of the fishing and aquaculture industry, fisheries managers, policymakers and researchers. It can assist in policy decisions, industry marketing strategies and the allocation of research funding or priorities. The gross value of production for specific fisheries are used for determining the research and development levies collected by gov ....Statistics on Australian fisheries production and trade provides a source of information for a range of purposes. The information can be used to meet the needs of the fishing and aquaculture industry, fisheries managers, policymakers and researchers. It can assist in policy decisions, industry marketing strategies and the allocation of research funding or priorities. The gross value of production for specific fisheries are used for determining the research and development levies collected by government. The neutrality and integrity of GVP estimates is therefore important due to their forming the basis for research levies for each fishery.
At the international level, the Department of Agriculture through Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) contributes to a number of international databases. These include databases managed by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Information at the international level can assist in international negotiations on issues such as transboundary fisheries and analysis of trade opportunities.
Objectives: 1. To maintain and improve the data base of production, gross value of production and trade statistics for the Australian fishing industry, including aquaculture 2. To provide these data in an accessible form Read moreRead less
Develop And Promote The Australian Fish Names Standard (AS-SSA 5300) And Ensure Reaccreditation As A Standards Development Organisation
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$123,936.00
Summary
Use of standard Fish Names achieves outcomes that are consistent with the aims of industry and governments: 1. Reduced mis-reporting improves fisheries monitoring, stock assessment and sustainability. 2. Reduced confusion over fish names increases efficiency in seafood marketing, consumer confidence and industry profitability. 3. Improved accuracy in trade descriptions and labelling enables consumers to make more informed choices when purchasing seafood and reduces the potential for ....Use of standard Fish Names achieves outcomes that are consistent with the aims of industry and governments: 1. Reduced mis-reporting improves fisheries monitoring, stock assessment and sustainability. 2. Reduced confusion over fish names increases efficiency in seafood marketing, consumer confidence and industry profitability. 3. Improved accuracy in trade descriptions and labelling enables consumers to make more informed choices when purchasing seafood and reduces the potential for misleading and deceptive conduct. 4. Improved traceability results in more efficient management of seafood related public health incidents (including recalls) and food safety.
The commitment to standardizing Fish Names in Australia has been undertaken since the late 1970s. Strategic investments by the FRDC and SSA leadership on standardizing Fish Names culminated in the development of the Australian Fish Names Standard AS-SSA 5300-2007(AFNS).
Public and consumer confidence is vital to the well being of Australia’s seafood industry. Standard Fish Names remove confusion, strengthen consumer confidence, create market efficiency, underpin effective fisheries monitoring and improve management of food safety.
The AFNS contains agreed names for over 600 commercially important domestic and imported species of fish, and over 4,000 other domestic fish species. The process of assigning these agreed names involved the expertise of several of the world’s best fisheries taxonomists and other key stakeholders.
Development of the AFNS is underpinned by rigorous procedures agreed to by government, industry and other stakeholders and which are administered by SSA and its Fish Names Committee.
SSA is one of only 5 Standards Development Organizations (SDO) accredited by Standards Australia.
SSA has ongoing commitments to Standards Australia (including annual accreditation and audit costs) which must be met to maintain its accreditation as an SDO. Failure to do so will result in the Australian Fish Names Standard ceasing to exist and all files, etc passed on to Standards Australia.
Objectives: 1. 1. Ensure FRDC is accredited by Standards Australia as a Standards Development Organisation. 2. Continually improve the Australian Fish Names Standard AS SSA 5300 and underlying procedures to meet market, regulator and stakeholder needs and expectations. 3. Review and update Fish Names Procedures to incorporate improvements identified in the annual Standards Australia audit and feedback from stakeholders. 4. Improve the Fish Names website including the graphic design, usability and SEO (www.fishnames.com.au) 5. Provide a Fish Names Hotline service to support the adoption of standard fish names. 6. Promote the usage of Australian Standard Fish Names to the broader seafood industry. 7. Development of an alternative funding mechanism for the Administration of the Australian Fish Names Standard. 8. Undertake activities to further promote the uptake of fish names as agreed with FRDC (additional objective). Read moreRead less
Economic Analysis Of The Tasmanian Fishing Industry
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$47,422.00
Summary
Objectives: 1. To determine the impact of the Tasmanian fishing industry on the local economy. 2. To assess the future growth prospects of the different industry components.
Monitoring The Economic Status Of The Northern Prawn Fishery And Analysing The Economic Impact Of Management Policies
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Summary
Objectives: 1. Identify trends in the economic performance of operators in the NPF and assess the likely impact of the management package introduced for the 1987 season on the financial performance of the fishery
Southern And Eastern Scalefish And Shark Fishery Industry Development Subprogram: Development And Implementation Of An Energy Audit Process For Australian Fishing Vessels
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$72,000.00
Summary
The Australian (and New Zealand) Fishing Industry requires assistance in becoming a more efficient user of energy. Some forms of fishing, such as trawling, expend more fuel per kg of fish landed compared to others (i.e. passive methods such as longlining and trap fishing). In each case however, rising fuel prices still impinge on the profitability of the operation, and ultimately put its viability in jeopardy.
The Australian Fishing industry has to undertake an energy audit. This is no ....The Australian (and New Zealand) Fishing Industry requires assistance in becoming a more efficient user of energy. Some forms of fishing, such as trawling, expend more fuel per kg of fish landed compared to others (i.e. passive methods such as longlining and trap fishing). In each case however, rising fuel prices still impinge on the profitability of the operation, and ultimately put its viability in jeopardy.
The Australian Fishing industry has to undertake an energy audit. This is not a new process. Land-based businesses, both large and small, have been doing this for years.
Some good results have been achieved. Importantly, it has been proven to work. Even in businesses where managers and owners are convinced they are very efficient energy users.
So why do energy audits usually lead to tangible benefits for the businesses undertaking them? Well, put simply, running a business such as fishing boat, keeps people busy, and as much as these people try to keep abreast of technological improvements and alternative methods that can reduce energy usage, they usually escape detection or adoption for some time.
In contrast, qualified auditors are in the business of saving energy. They draw on data from previous audits on similar businesses, have a supporting base of well-qualified technical advisors in relevant areas, and may draw on government assistance.
Government agencies such as the Sustainable Energy Authority and EPA support energy audits because they do have the potential to reduce energy demands and greenhouse gas emissions, and importantly make Australian businesses more competitive.
Governments also realise that audits typically draw a taskforce of suitably qualified people together, which over time can be expanded and enhanced. Ultimately this strengthens the foundation of the industry it services.
Supporting this project will therefore assist with achieving these benefits.
Objectives: 1. 1. Adapt an existing land-based-infrastructure energy-audit process to suit certain types of fishing vessel. 2. 2. Undertake a trial energy audit (Level 1 and possibly Level 2, see Appendix 1) of up to six different types of fishing vessel. 3. 3. Present the tailored audit process, the audit findings, the energy management matrixes for each vessel type, and also provide recommendations for future work. Read moreRead less