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FAO and the Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences strengthen efforts to build sustainability in fisheries and aquaculture

The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences (CAFS) agreed to strengthen cooperation and build the capacity and sustainability of fisheries and aquaculture in developing countries.

Dec 17, 2019

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Climate change costs US fishing jobs

Many commentators warn about the wider social impacts of climate change, such as job losses, but the extent of those impacts is not always clear. A new study of the New England fishing industry in the US (which employs 20 per cent of US commercial…

Dec 11, 2019

aquaculture, fisheries, research

Climate change is moving fish polewards

Climate change is causing a tropicalisation of areas of our oceans that were previously temperate, and coral reef herbivores are starting to move south, say Australian and international researchers.

Nov 21, 2019

environment, fisheries, research

Lots to celebrate about the seafood on your plate this World Fisheries Day

Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak-body representing Australia’s commercial fishing industry, is encouraging all Australians to celebrate World Fisheries Day today, November 21 (2019).

Nov 21, 2019

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Healthy mangroves help coral reef fisheries under climate stress

Healthy mangroves can help fight the consequences of climate change on coral reef fisheries, according to a University of Queensland-led study.

Nov 13, 2019

fisheries, research

Australia has huge potential for shellfish aquaculture

As the world faces increasing pressures to conserve vulnerable ocean environments while also meeting a growing demand for protein, a new study has identified the parts of the globe with the strongest potential for development of commercial shellfish and seaweed aquaculture. The locations highlighted are…

Oct 16, 2019

fisheries, research

Safeguarding the world’s largest tuna fishery

Understanding the impact of modern fishing techniques is critical to ensure the sustainability of the Western and Central Pacific Ocean (WCPO) tuna fishery – the largest tuna fishery in the world that accounts for 55% of the total tropical tuna catch and provides up to…

Oct 10, 2019

fisheries

How fisheries could help to tackle malnutrition in the developing world

Millions of people are suffering from malnutrition despite some of the most nutritious fish species in the world being caught near their homes, according to new research published in the journal Nature.

Oct 2, 2019

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Australian seafood industry steps up to the plate in war against plastic

Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak body representing the Australian seafood industry, has taken Plastic-Free July as an opportunity to highlight the innovative ways seafood businesses are fighting the war against plastic by finding replacements, implementing change and protecting the marine environment.

Jul 15, 2019

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Global cooperation key to strengthening fisheries compliance

The Sixth Global Fisheries Enforcement Training Workshop in Bangkok, Thailand attracted representatives from 63 countries, including Australia.

Jul 9, 2019

aquaculture, fisheries, news

New home for oysters

More than 50,000 native oysters have been introduced to Windara Reef as part of Australia’s biggest reef restoration project, led by The Nature Conservancy.

Jun 13, 2019

environment, fisheries

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WA seafood on menu for fisheries research board visit and industry talks

The Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) board of directors will meet with Western Australian (WA) industry, researchers and government to discuss key issues in Perth 11-12 June 2019.

Jun 12, 2019

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