The Australian government has invested $1.275 million (US$915,000) to help the country’s seafood industry rebound from the severe disruptions caused by the CCP virus pandemic. By diversifying and expanding its export markets, minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud said the funding would allow Australia to expand exports in Asia the Americas, and Europe. “Australian seafood is recognised among the best in the world—expanding our markets will see demand for our premium product grow across the globe,” Littleproud said. “This grant will help implement the Australian Seafood Industry Export Market Strategic Plan, focusing on high priority sectors such as rock lobster and abalone, and provide greater access to markets for smaller producers. Australia’s live and fresh export products faced many shocks due to the uncertainty of the market surrounding the pandemic, according to a fisheries research and development report. Lobster and abalone exports declined by 45 percent while fresh seafood …