Geographical Indications for Wine in Australia’s Free Trade Agreements. This project aims to clarify the appropriate basis for protecting geographical indications for wines in trade agreements and domestic legal systems. The project expects to generate new knowledge concerning the criteria, evidence and procedure that should be required to establish a geographical indication. Existing law risks misuse of this mechanism to unjustifiably protect domestic markets; the European Union is seeking prot ....Geographical Indications for Wine in Australia’s Free Trade Agreements. This project aims to clarify the appropriate basis for protecting geographical indications for wines in trade agreements and domestic legal systems. The project expects to generate new knowledge concerning the criteria, evidence and procedure that should be required to establish a geographical indication. Existing law risks misuse of this mechanism to unjustifiably protect domestic markets; the European Union is seeking protection for what appear to be grape varieties rather than geographical indications. Expected outcomes include evidence-based recommendations to government and industry. Project outcomes should benefit Australian economic interests by enhancing Australia’s ability to resist spurious geographical indication claims.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 Trade Law and International Investment Law: Recognising Complexity, Developing Coherence. International trade and investment treaties contain overlapping provisions that have been subject to divergent interpretations by tribunals settling associated disputes. Proliferation of such treaties has created conflicting obligations, significant uncertainty for states and businesses, and an increasing potential for government liability. Through a comparative study of targeted countries, le ....International Trade Law and International Investment Law: Recognising Complexity, Developing Coherence. International trade and investment treaties contain overlapping provisions that have been subject to divergent interpretations by tribunals settling associated disputes. Proliferation of such treaties has created conflicting obligations, significant uncertainty for states and businesses, and an increasing potential for government liability. Through a comparative study of targeted countries, legal concepts and sectors, this project reconceptualises the fields of international trade and investment law in order to maximise their coherence. By providing a framework for reform of existing treaties and negotiation of future treaties, the project offers concrete benefits for government and industry through increased consistency and predictability.Read moreRead less
A Feasibility Project To Test The Extension Of Market And Reporting Facilities By Fishermen And Fishermen's Co-operatives By The Use Of VIATEL Communication
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Summary
Objectives: 1. By utilising VIATEL facilities, provide a medium whereby fishermen and buyers can be aware of fish available for trade and to investigate the full potential of such a system