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This analysis explores the integration of aquaculture practices as discussed at the 2011 Ridley Aqua-Feed Conference in Sydney. Focusing on prawn and barramundi production, it highlights the role of vertical integration in the supply chain, from genetics to processing and distribution. Key themes include the crucial involvement of contract growers, the importance of feed formulation, and risk-sharing in financial investments. This report aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of efficient aquaculture operations and the hidden figures behind their success.
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What do the figures hid Feathers and scales: There are Parallels For the 2011 Ridley Aqua-Feed Prawn & Barramundi Conference 3rd – 5th August 2011 Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW
Vertical Integration • Integrator/Processor controls chain through direct ownership or contractors. • Genetics through to distribution • Processor supplies day-old chickens, feed, technical advice and pickup of birds for processing. • Contract growers provide 45% of the capital for shedding and land to grow birds to market age. • Growers also resposible for energy costs (gas and electricity) and management.
Vertical Integration • Genetics – Ability to fairly rapidly change genetics. Target specific characteristics. • Feed Conversion • Growth rate • Yield • Anatomical factors.
Vertigal Integration • Control over feed formulation (own mill or custom ) • Marketing • Financial investment – share the risk • . • On Farm Systems QA
What do the figures hid • Gary Sansom • President • Queensland Farmers’ Federation • 07 3837 4747 • qfarmers@qff.org.au