Development of molecular detection methods for myxosporean parasites infecting Yellowtail Kingfish and Mahi Mahi

Funding Activity

Website
https://www.frdc.com.au/project/2023-042

Funding Status
Active

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Funded Activity Summary

Soft flesh due to infection with myxosporean parasites irreversibly reduces the quality and market value of fish. Due to the delayed onset of the condition, infected fish can reach the consumer before soft flesh is detected, causing wastage, economic losses to affected fishers, and loss of consumer confidence.

Rapid onsite detection of myxosporean infection is vital to maximise value of landed fish, minimise environmental impacts associated with animal protein wastage, and increase productivity for NSW commercial fishers, NSW fishers cooperatives and relevant fish markets.

This project focuses on outcome 2 of FRDC’s R&D plan – best practices and production systems. Fast and accurate detection of pathogens help industry identify risks faster and make informed decisions to refine and optimise best practices and production systems. There will be several benefits and impacts on society, environment, and the economy, including:

Society
- fisheries productivity affects livelihoods of people working in the industry and its associated sectors
- healthy and sustainable food resources
Environment
- reduce wastage
Economic
- increasing productivity through higher yields and higher market value
- enhancing food/protein production improves food security and creates more employment opportunities

Objectives:
1. To develop and evaluate PCR-based diagnostic tools for quantitative detection of myxosporeans in Mahi Mahi and Yellowtail Kingfish
2. To develop and evaluate in situ diagnostic tools for quantitative detection of myxosporeans in Mahi Mahi and Yellowtail Kingfish

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-03-2024

End Date: 30-07-2027

Funding Scheme: Funding Scheme not available

Funding Amount: $393,002.00

Funder: Fisheries Research and Development Corporation

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Other Keywords

Consumer | Diagnostic | RAC NSW | Seafood Quality

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