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The Western Rock Lobster Development Association (WRLDA) is the peak industry body for the post-harvest sector of the Western Rock Lobster Fishery and its members are the key lobster processing companies in Western Australia. WRLDA is responsible for : |
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Stimulating the production of Western Rock Lobster while having regard for the conservation and preservation of the fishery.
Standardising and improving packing and processing techniques.
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Providing members with the most up to date information on methods of production and costs.
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Liaising with the Commonwealth and State Government Departments.
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Facilitating the collective requirements of members in relation to shipping space, loading, transport, procurement of materials used in processing.
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Providing members with opportunities for exchange of information and ideas relating to the marketing of Western Rock Lobster, and disseminating information relating to the handling of Western Rock Lobster.
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Actively promoting Western Rock Lobster in the export market place and developing export trade in Western Rock Lobster.
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Promoting the industry amongst the broader community.
Other industry bodies involved with the fishery are the Western Rock Lobster Council, Professional Fishermen’s Associations and the Rock Lobster Industry Advisory Committee.
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Western Rock Lobsters vary in colour from a light creamy white, to brick red right through to a dark purple-blackish colour. There are also seasonal variations in colour...
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