FRDC - Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
FisheriesAustralian Capital Territory, Australia51-200 Employees
FRDC – Fisheries Research and Development Corporation is a Canberra-based Australian agency in the fisheries sector that oversees planning, funding, and management of fisheries research and development. It does not conduct research directly but identifies industry needs and contract research providers to address them, serving as a bridge between the fishing industry, governments, and the broader Australian public. The organization supports a wide range of stakeholders, including commercial fishers, Commonwealth, state, and territory governments, and Indigenous communities, with an emphasis on improving safety, sustainability, and innovation within the sector. While positioned as a leading national authority in its field, FRDC collaborates through partnerships and planning processes, and it operates within the context of Australia’s Indigenous connections to land, waters, and culture. Recent developments include partnerships and collaborations with industry groups and other organizations aimed at advancing key fisheries initiatives across various sectors and regions.