RIRDC Projects and Results

Project Details

Name	Production implications of trace element concentrations in crocodile eggs
Summary	unknown
Program	New Animal Products
Research organisation	Wildlife Management International Pty Ltd
Objective summary	The quantification of trace element concentration in captive crocodiles will lead to improved understanding of the factors affecting hatchability of captive-laid eggs and hatchling raising on farms and improved capacity to provide crocodile meat to satisfy relevant health standards with regard to trace elements (including heavy metals).
Corporate goal	unknown
National priority	Promoting and maintaining good health
Rural priority	Productivity and adding value
RIRDC goal	NAP-Increase competitiveness, capability and capacity
Principal researcher	Grahame Webb, phone (08) 8922 4500
Research manager	Julie Bird, phone unknown
Admin contact	Charlie Manolis