Development Of Prawn Fleet Spatial Management And Profitability Tools Using Tablet Based Technologies
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$148,475.00
Summary
The SGWCP fishery is limited by effort controls which in theory do not create the settings for maximum economic yield. These are high level settings which do not inform fishing based on historical effort and profitability by location, expected catch, prices, costs of fishing and margins, ahead of the daily fishing decision. The current approach is to "go fishing and sell what is caught", as opposed to directing fishing by location and grade mix to target maximum profits over time, given the spat ....The SGWCP fishery is limited by effort controls which in theory do not create the settings for maximum economic yield. These are high level settings which do not inform fishing based on historical effort and profitability by location, expected catch, prices, costs of fishing and margins, ahead of the daily fishing decision. The current approach is to "go fishing and sell what is caught", as opposed to directing fishing by location and grade mix to target maximum profits over time, given the spatial profit performance. Further the approach does not allow for assessment of the impact of delaying fishing as a fleet.
In order to grow fishing businesses and aggregate fishery profitability, finer scale decision making informed by spatial current and expected future stock conditions, prices and margins is required. To bring about such a change in approach, efficient spatial data capture and reporting and economic analysis in real time to inform fishing decisions is required.
Recent developments in tablet based digital technology mean opportunities exist to establish low cost and efficient data collection and management systems to support innovative fishing at both business and fishery levels.
Enhanced fleet management approaches which incorporate spatial and economic considerations are also needed if profits are to be maximised. Space or location and timing of fishing impacts costs, yields and grades - all key drivers of profit.
Objectives: 1. Develop a tool to digitally capture spatial fishery technical, management, and economic data in real time. 2. Develop integration to digitally submit spatial fishery technical, management, and economic data in real time. Read moreRead less
Future Proofing The Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus Maccoyii) Industry By Developing New Products For New Markets
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$300,000.00
Summary
It is clear the SBT industry in South Australia is at a critical point, and without government support to explore new markets and reduce investment risk, SBT company’s and associated regional communities will be severely impacted if the prosperity of the industry is not re-invigorated quickly.
Objectives: 1. To assess the technical and economic feasibility of developing value added SBT products. 2. To develop a collaborative approach to the marketing and sale of value a ....It is clear the SBT industry in South Australia is at a critical point, and without government support to explore new markets and reduce investment risk, SBT company’s and associated regional communities will be severely impacted if the prosperity of the industry is not re-invigorated quickly.
Objectives: 1. To assess the technical and economic feasibility of developing value added SBT products. 2. To develop a collaborative approach to the marketing and sale of value added SBT products in retail markets and food service outlets outside of Japan. 3. To identify product formats, consumer preferences, yields and costs for value added SBT products. Read moreRead less
Accelerating Greenlip Abalone Stock Recovery In South Australia Using Release Of Hatchery-reared Juveniles: Phase 1 - Genetics Risk Assessment And Preliminary Cost-benefit Analysis
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$111,500.00
Summary
There are areas of the Western Zone Abalone Fishery where Greenlip Abalone are depleting, with biomass levels well below carrying capacity and historical levels. Some areas may not recover quickly without intervention and recovery may be further impeded by climate change. Thus, the Western Zone wild-catch abalone industry is seeking to establish a commercial-scale stock release program to accelerate Greenlip Abalone stock recovery in South Australia using release of hatchery-reared juveniles. Th ....There are areas of the Western Zone Abalone Fishery where Greenlip Abalone are depleting, with biomass levels well below carrying capacity and historical levels. Some areas may not recover quickly without intervention and recovery may be further impeded by climate change. Thus, the Western Zone wild-catch abalone industry is seeking to establish a commercial-scale stock release program to accelerate Greenlip Abalone stock recovery in South Australia using release of hatchery-reared juveniles. The Central Zone wild-catch abalone industry is seeking to establish a commercial-scale stock release program to re-build Greenlip Abalone stocks in depleted areas that will use hatchery-reared juveniles. There are two key needs for commencing a stock recovery program using hatchery-reared juveniles. The key industry need is to test release of juvenile Greenlip Abalone in the Western and Central Zones to evaluate the long-term economic viability. To support this important industry goal, the key Government need is for data to underpin release policy. This includes knowledge of the geographic distribution of Greenlip Abalone genetic differentiation (after Miller et al. 2014, Sandoval-Castillo et al. 2017), to inform policy review.
References: Miller et al. 2014 – Molecular genetics to inform spatial management in benthic invertebrate fisheries: a case study using the Australian Greenlip Abalone. Sandoval-Castillo et al. 2017 – Seascape genomics reveals adaptive divergence in a connected and commercially important mollusc, the greenlip abalone (Haliotis laevigata), along a longitudinal environmental gradient.
Objectives: 1. Use single nucleotide polymorphism (SNPs; after Sandoval-Castillo et al. 2017) to compare the genetic diversity and population structure of wild Greenlip Abalone and FX abalone 2. Assess the genetic suitability of using FX abalone for release into wild populations at sites across the SA Western Zone Fishery, ensuring that the genetic structure and diversity of wild populations is maintained, including an expert-based, genetics risk assessment workshop 3. Undertake a preliminary cost-benefit analysis to inform 'stop/go’ decision Read moreRead less
Workshop To Examine The Viability Of Establishing A Peak Seafood Industry Body For South Australia
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$30,000.00
Summary
With the impending wind up of Wildcatch Fisheries SA, it is timely to firstly, assess the need for a new peak industry body, and secondly, as part of that assessment, acknowledge the role of existing structures for consultation and representation at the individual fishery sector. For example, there are management advisory committees for a number of fishery sectors, along with tasked working groups to deal with specific fishery management issues, such as the development and implementation of harv ....With the impending wind up of Wildcatch Fisheries SA, it is timely to firstly, assess the need for a new peak industry body, and secondly, as part of that assessment, acknowledge the role of existing structures for consultation and representation at the individual fishery sector. For example, there are management advisory committees for a number of fishery sectors, along with tasked working groups to deal with specific fishery management issues, such as the development and implementation of harvest strategies and reform of the Marine Scalefish Fishery.
It is important to recognise that South Australia already has sound legislation in place (Fisheries Management Act 2007 – although it may need review and updating); it also has considerable regulation in support of the Act, along with management plans for individual fisheries – most of which have recently been reviewed and updated, including the incorporation of updated harvest strategies. Finally, SA has key policies in place covering:
Co-management Allocation Harvest Strategy Development Objectives: 1. To host a workshop to determine the support, options and viability of a seafood peak industry body in South Australia Read moreRead less
Sturgeon Aquaculture In Australia: Feasibility Study
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$140,000.00
Summary
Australian aquaculture industries are expanding, and the South Australian aquaculture industry aims to double production by 2020. Increased aquaculture production will rely on new species and products and intensification of existing industries. Australia has high production costs and new products need to be high value to remain competitive.
The Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baeri) and beluga (Huso huso), which produce caviar and meat were added to the live import list for commercial aq ....Australian aquaculture industries are expanding, and the South Australian aquaculture industry aims to double production by 2020. Increased aquaculture production will rely on new species and products and intensification of existing industries. Australia has high production costs and new products need to be high value to remain competitive.
The Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baeri) and beluga (Huso huso), which produce caviar and meat were added to the live import list for commercial aquaculture in 2015. These species are long lived and late maturing presenting an extended period between introduction and production of caviar. There is a consequent need to assess the commercial potential of sturgeon aquaculture in Australia, to drive processes to obtain regulatory consent and to establish links to facilitate technology transfer and RD&E.
This project will assess the feasibility of sturgeon aquaculture in Australia, including identification of the most appropriate and expedient way to bring sturgeon to Australia, identify appropriate sources for stock, develop standards for import and holding of stock, and link Australia to a network of world sturgeon farming knowledge.
This project will utilise expertise from PIRSA Fisheries and Aquaculture, SARDI Aquatic Sciences, the Australian aquaculture industry and relevant international experts to meet information requirements for regulatory approvals, to identify and develop methods to manage risk and provide a sound basis for industry development.
Objectives: 1. Determine requirements for importing sturgeons into Australia 2. Develop and maintain networks to establish and maintain sturgeon aquaculture in Australia 3. Develop desktop understanding of feasibility of sturgeon aquaculture in Australia 4. Provide information to facilitate import of sturgeons to Australia Read moreRead less
Maintaining Cultural Practices And Building Knowledge And Capacity To Support Sustainable Fishing Of The Gynburra On Narungga Sea Country
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$95,875.00
Summary
The Narungga people of Yorke Peninsula developed the historic 10-year Buthera Agreement that was signed with the SA Government in 2018. This agreement aims to provide capacity- building support for the Narungga Nation Aboriginal Corporation to drive development, economic enterprise and collaborative engagement with government agencies on Guuranda. Initiatives in the Agreement include projects relating to health, education and cultural studies, in partnership between government and the Narungga p ....The Narungga people of Yorke Peninsula developed the historic 10-year Buthera Agreement that was signed with the SA Government in 2018. This agreement aims to provide capacity- building support for the Narungga Nation Aboriginal Corporation to drive development, economic enterprise and collaborative engagement with government agencies on Guuranda. Initiatives in the Agreement include projects relating to health, education and cultural studies, in partnership between government and the Narungga people. There is very little known about Gynburra (Butterfish; Strongfish) from scientific, biological and environmental view-points. We the Narungga people would like to know about the fishery biology and ecology of this culturally significant species to understand the whole life cycle of this culturally significant beautiful, elegant and powerful fish. This will ensure we are able to pass down traditional and scientific knowledge to our younger generations to ensure Gynburra’s sustainability into the future, and highlight the important cultural and social value of the species. We also have a significant need to develop the skills to allow our people their equal right to develop skills, capabilities and capacities in the areas of fishery science and stewardship in ways that link directly to our Sea Country and inline with the cultural values underpinned by the Buthera Agreement with the South Australian Government.
Objectives: 1. Building knowledge and capacity in fisheries science and ecology techniques to support sustainable fishing of the Gynburra on Narungga Sea Country 2. Use the fisheries ecological information on the Gynburra to enhance and build self management practices, demonstrate and strengthen our cultural ownership by extending the findings to the broader community. Read moreRead less
Identification Of Differentially Expressed Innate Immune Genes In The New Zealand Paua (Haliotis Iris) And The Australian Hybrid Abalone (H. Laevigata X H. Rubra) Upon Immersion Challenge With The Abalone Herpesvirus-1 (HaHV)
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$121,127.00
Summary
Abalone viral ganglioneuritis (AVG) has occurred in Victorian abalone for several years beginning from 2005/6. Later on several genetic variants of the causative agent, abalone herpesvirus (HaHV) (previously called AbHV) associated with disease outbreaks were discovered in Tasmanian processing plants. All Australian abalone species tested to date have been shown to be susceptible to HaHV infection and to the disease it causes (Corbeil et al., 2016, Diseases of Aquatic Organisms 119:101-106) ....Abalone viral ganglioneuritis (AVG) has occurred in Victorian abalone for several years beginning from 2005/6. Later on several genetic variants of the causative agent, abalone herpesvirus (HaHV) (previously called AbHV) associated with disease outbreaks were discovered in Tasmanian processing plants. All Australian abalone species tested to date have been shown to be susceptible to HaHV infection and to the disease it causes (Corbeil et al., 2016, Diseases of Aquatic Organisms 119:101-106). In addition, a recent study revealed that the New Zealand paua (H. iris) is resistant to AVG when challenged with the virus via intra-muscular injection and immersion (Corbeil et al., 2017, Journal of Invertebrate Pathology 146:31-35). The mechanism(s) of protection present in the paua are not known but are possibly based on innate immune genes that are expressed in paua but not expressed (or are absent) in Australian abalone species. Identifying the mechanisms of protection would provide a knowledge based platform that could lead to the development of hybrid abalone possessing resistance traits and/or to the development of immunotherapeutic molecules that could protect Australian abalone species. This project aims to address this knowledge gap and is relevant to all jurisdictions with abalone fisheries. Access to bio-secure aquarium facilities provides CSIRO-AAHL with a unique capability to investigate what genetic factors influence disease resistance in paua (exotic species), and carry out molecular gene characterisation.
Objectives: 1. Define the time-line of an anti-viral response in the paua and Australian hybrid abalone for the first-time, utilising real-time PCR, and a set of known anti-viral effector genes. 2. Through mRNA sequencing and genomic analysis, identify early genes expressed in paua and Australian hybrid abalone upon HaHV immersion challenge. 3. Establish an immune signature in the early response of the host to the virus that differs between the paua and Australian hybrid abalone, to determine key immune players in HaHV resistance. Read moreRead less