Disease, particularly Perkinsus disease, is seen as the fourth major risk to the sustainability of the abalone fishery in SA (SA Fisheries & Aquaculture Five Year Research and Development Strategy). Perkinsus disease causes ongoing losses to the industry, losses that are expected to increase with global warming unless some action is taken to curb the disease. This project will explore one approach that may be feasible to control Perkinsus and thus reduce its impact on the industry.
A ....Disease, particularly Perkinsus disease, is seen as the fourth major risk to the sustainability of the abalone fishery in SA (SA Fisheries & Aquaculture Five Year Research and Development Strategy). Perkinsus disease causes ongoing losses to the industry, losses that are expected to increase with global warming unless some action is taken to curb the disease. This project will explore one approach that may be feasible to control Perkinsus and thus reduce its impact on the industry.
A recent project in California (Culver and Kuris, in press) successfully eradicated a species of mudworm from abalone by removal of the most susceptible shell (N. Bax, CSIRO, pers. com.) Objectives: 1. To determine the extent and nature of Perkinsus infection around Taylor Island, identification of possible reservoir hosts, the production of an epidemiological model, and recommendations on appropriate management methods. Read moreRead less
Extension And Adoption - Climate Change Effects On Fish And Fisheries: Forecasting Impacts, Assessing Ecosystem Responses, And Evaluating Management Strategies
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Summary
Climate change is now a major issue for the Fishing Industry and an area in which the FRDC has become more focused in the past two years. FRDC is now starting to develop a network of researchers and experts to undertaken activities in this field.
Climate change will have many impacts on marine ecosystems, and on human uses of them. Improved scientific support for policy and management decision-making in the face of these potential impacts is essential. In response to this need, interdi ....Climate change is now a major issue for the Fishing Industry and an area in which the FRDC has become more focused in the past two years. FRDC is now starting to develop a network of researchers and experts to undertaken activities in this field.
Climate change will have many impacts on marine ecosystems, and on human uses of them. Improved scientific support for policy and management decision-making in the face of these potential impacts is essential. In response to this need, interdisciplinary research teams have been formed around the world to analyze data and develop models to explore the likelihood and nature of future ecosystem states and strategies for sustainable use in these future states. To facilitate the advancement of this critical research, ICES, PICES and FAO are holding an international symposium. This symposium will provide a forum for scientists and policymakers to discuss the potential impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems and our uses of these ecosystems, and to consider the strategies that society can take to be prepared for anticipated impacts. Quantitative studies of the potential impact of climate change on fish and fisheries throughout the world will be featured.
It is important that the information form this conference is extended and made available for the fishing industry in Australia. Objectives: 1. Extension of research presented at the E-fishing conference on "energy" related issues relevant to the fishing industry Read moreRead less
Extension And Adoption - Climate Change Effects On Fish And Fisheries: Forecasting Impacts, Assessing Ecosystem Responses, And Evaluating Management Strategies
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Summary
Climate change is now a major issue for the Fishing Industry and an area in which the FRDC has become more focused in the past two years. FRDC is now starting to develop a network of researchers and experts to undertaken activities in this field.
Climate change will have many impacts on marine ecosystems, and on human uses of them. Improved scientific support for policy and management decision-making in the face of these potential impacts is essential. In response to this need, interdi ....Climate change is now a major issue for the Fishing Industry and an area in which the FRDC has become more focused in the past two years. FRDC is now starting to develop a network of researchers and experts to undertaken activities in this field.
Climate change will have many impacts on marine ecosystems, and on human uses of them. Improved scientific support for policy and management decision-making in the face of these potential impacts is essential. In response to this need, interdisciplinary research teams have been formed around the world to analyze data and develop models to explore the likelihood and nature of future ecosystem states and strategies for sustainable use in these future states. To facilitate the advancement of this critical research, ICES, PICES and FAO are holding an international symposium. This symposium will provide a forum for scientists and policymakers to discuss the potential impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems and our uses of these ecosystems, and to consider the strategies that society can take to be prepared for anticipated impacts. Quantitative studies of the potential impact of climate change on fish and fisheries throughout the world will be featured.
It is important that the information form this conference is extended and made available for the fishing industry in Australia. Objectives: 1. Extension of research presented at the E-fishing conference on "energy" related issues relevant to the fishing industry Read moreRead less
The resilience of marine ecosystems and fisheries to climate change: exploring adaptation strategies. This project will underpin Australia's commitment to maintaining environmental biodiversity and sustainability in the face of climate change. The Fellowship investigates the consequences of climate change on marine plants and animals, harvested resources and ecosystem functioning by identifying vulnerable species and habitats. It will provide management advice on balancing biodiversity and econo ....The resilience of marine ecosystems and fisheries to climate change: exploring adaptation strategies. This project will underpin Australia's commitment to maintaining environmental biodiversity and sustainability in the face of climate change. The Fellowship investigates the consequences of climate change on marine plants and animals, harvested resources and ecosystem functioning by identifying vulnerable species and habitats. It will provide management advice on balancing biodiversity and economic output under climate change. This information is of immediate use to a range of stakeholders including national, state and local government agencies. With its focus on ecological, economic and social impacts, this project will put Australian scientists at the forefront of research on the adaptation of marine ecosystems to climate change.Read moreRead less
Dissemination Of FRDC Marine Turtle Research At The 2009 International Sea Turtle Biology And Conservation Symposium Through Hosting Of A Sponsor Stand
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$14,000.00
Summary
There have been various marine turtle mitigation research projects conducted in Australia that deserve to be disseminated to the rest of the world. These projects have included TED research in prawn trawl fisheries, handling/gear modification research in longline fisheries, and turtle friendly crab pots. FRDC has been instrumental in most of these projects. Additionally Australian fisheries and researchers have at times been seen as world leaders in cooperative research projects and also in nove ....There have been various marine turtle mitigation research projects conducted in Australia that deserve to be disseminated to the rest of the world. These projects have included TED research in prawn trawl fisheries, handling/gear modification research in longline fisheries, and turtle friendly crab pots. FRDC has been instrumental in most of these projects. Additionally Australian fisheries and researchers have at times been seen as world leaders in cooperative research projects and also in novel ways in working together to make a difference. The 29th Symposium on Sea Turtle Biology and Conservation is the perfect avenue to display our successes and show the world how the right amount of research dollars, fishers who want to be involved and also scientists with a passion can make a difference in the area of marine turtle mitigation. Objectives: 1. Disseminate Australian research results focusing on sea turtle interactions by commercial fishing at the 29th International Symposium on Sea Turtle Biology and Conservation, Brisbane February 2009. Read moreRead less
People Development Program: 2012 Visiting Expert Bursaries - Professor Gudrun Marteinsdottir
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$10,000.00
Summary
Uncertainty poses a major challenge to the management and utilisation of marine fish resources. Significant efforts are made by fishing nations to estimate numbers and condition of exploited fish stocks, but assessments frequently bring unexpected results that range from relatively small shifts from former prognoses to changes of a significant and potentially detrimental magnitude. Such errors may be due to biased calculations or unaccounted causes of mortality, but can also stem from unforeseen ....Uncertainty poses a major challenge to the management and utilisation of marine fish resources. Significant efforts are made by fishing nations to estimate numbers and condition of exploited fish stocks, but assessments frequently bring unexpected results that range from relatively small shifts from former prognoses to changes of a significant and potentially detrimental magnitude. Such errors may be due to biased calculations or unaccounted causes of mortality, but can also stem from unforeseen changes in fish distribution or behaviour which remain unaccounted for.
To meet this challenge, SARDI and the University of Iceland aim to work together towards a solution that involves construction of a modeling environment, a “Multiverse”, which is a 3D modelled and data assimilated world of ocean physics and the living organism that can be evaluated with hindcasts and used to produce short- and long-term forecasts, as well as to test and answer key questions on climate change and fisheries monitoring/management.
Such an approach may be a suitable method for integrating the diverse data sets currently being proposed to be collected as part of a large-scale science program to explore mining exploration (and subsequent impacts) in the Great Australian Bight (GAB).
The collaboration will benefit from the complementary nature of the research groups from the highly data rich region of the North Atlantic to the relatively data poor environment of the GAB. The collaboration will facilitate discussion around the concept and potential for its application in an Australian context.
Objectives: 1. Construct a blueprint of a three dimensional data assimilated Multiverse that describes the ocean physics and the living organisms that can be used to answer key questions on fish distribution, climate change and fisheries monitoring/management. Read moreRead less
Guidance On Adaptation Of Commonwealth Fisheries Management To Climate Change
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$271,499.78
Summary
The existing research predicts that climate change will have both positive and negative impacts on reproduction, recruitment and distribution of biomass of Australia’s commercially important marine species. Many fishery stakeholders acknowledge that the issue of climate change should be a high priority issue for fisheries management. Current research highlights the potentially significant impacts of climate change on fisheries and fisheries management, but to date strategies for fisheries manag ....The existing research predicts that climate change will have both positive and negative impacts on reproduction, recruitment and distribution of biomass of Australia’s commercially important marine species. Many fishery stakeholders acknowledge that the issue of climate change should be a high priority issue for fisheries management. Current research highlights the potentially significant impacts of climate change on fisheries and fisheries management, but to date strategies for fisheries management to address climate change have been lacking. The current ability of fisheries management to cope with these changes is unknown and therefore must be assessed to test its resilience, ability to adapt and the changes that may be required. AFMA is a prime candidate for leading this assessment since it has substantive responsibility for those areas of the Australian fishing zone that are expected to be hot-spots for climate change effects, such as SE Australia, one of the fastest warming areas in the ocean. In addition, the issues of climate change are canvassed in draft government policies for fisheries and this project could form part of the response to those policy needs.
To-date no jurisdiction in Australia has assessed the resilience of its management system to these anticipated impacts and it is likely to break some new ground in what may need to be done for management systems to effectively adapt to climate change and the options that may be available. Engagement with and participation from key fishery stakeholders is essential for this project to be a success and to assist in any subsequent fisheries management change processes. Overall, this project has the potential to benefit the marine ecosystem and fisheries stakeholders with a vested interest in climate change adaptation, to increase the benefits and reduce the risks. While the production end of the supply chain is often the focus, this project will also consider the supply chain risks, following approaches developed in recent FRDC projects (Hobday et al. 2015; Fleming et al. 2014; Lim-Camacho et al. 2015; Plaganyi et al. 2014; van Putten et al. 2015)
Objectives: 1. To assess how well the existing Commonwealth fisheries management framework will cope with climate change impacts. 2. To develop a methodology and approach for AFMA and other fisheries to adapt their regulatory environment to climate change impacts on Commonwealth fisheries. 3. To develop strategies and priorities to account for effects of climate change in the management of Commonwealth fisheries Read moreRead less
People Development Program: Australian National Recreational Fishing Conference 2012 - Bursaries To Attend
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$6,074.90
Summary
The last national recreational fishing conference was held in 2008. It is recognised within the fishing industry, and supported by FRDC, that industry sectors need to hold a conference every 2 years to allow the sectors to showcase their achievements and provide a high level forum for issues affecting the industry. By 2012 it will be 4 years since the last recreational fishing conference. Key industry bodies Recfish Australia and AFTA have recognised the need for another national conference ....The last national recreational fishing conference was held in 2008. It is recognised within the fishing industry, and supported by FRDC, that industry sectors need to hold a conference every 2 years to allow the sectors to showcase their achievements and provide a high level forum for issues affecting the industry. By 2012 it will be 4 years since the last recreational fishing conference. Key industry bodies Recfish Australia and AFTA have recognised the need for another national conference for some time. The Recreational Fishing Advisory Committee, as part of the Recreational Fishing Industry Development Strategy, has also recognised the need for a national conference.
For the conference to be world-class, there is a need for participation to be broadened to encompass parts of the industry that have not been previously involved (eg boating) and to include agencies whose decisions impact on recreational fishers (eg marine park agencies). The conference will focus on the future of recreational fishing in Australia and addressing issues related to that in a practical and innovative manner. The conference also needs to build on the Recreational Fishing Industry Development Strategy.
There is also a need to develop the leadership skills of the next generation of recreational fishers by exposing them to issues and areas of concern that they will need to address in the future. The concept of succession planning is of paramount importance to the future management of the industry. The conference will allow current and future leaders to develop key strategies to improve the engagement of recreational fishers in decision making that impacts on recreational fishing. Objectives: 1. Bursaries to support attendance at the 2012 National Recreational Fishing Conference Read moreRead less