Identified green ants as a dominant predatory species in cashew plantations, a useful species around which to establish an integrated pest management program. Assist in the development of business plans for some potential innovative animal industries. Communicate outcomes in final reports, at field days and industry meetings, and via media. Other individual projects covered a broad spectrum of species and their products. Funding continues on the commercialisation of native and feral animal products where enhancement of the environment and biodiversity are not threatened.
Specific projects are in progress for the kangaroo, emu, crocodile and camel industries.
Other projects continue in buffalo, dairy goats and milking sheep. Using case studies, demonstrated strategic principles and guidance for new meat, milk and fibres industries. Undertook additional market analysis for the buffalo and camel industries. Published information on camel statistics and the logistics of harvesting and processing meat products in Western Australia as well as manuals from other research on a descriptive language for trading live camels and the methods for capturing and handling camels destined for abattoirs. Continued research on assessing any advantages of grazing camels with cattle in extensive commercial operations in Northern Territory.