Agriculture

A visualisation of nanopesticides entering the human body and interacting with organs such as lungs

Tiny nanopesticides promise big gains to farmers

New research has helped bring nanopesticides—tiny capsules capable of big impact—one step closer to regulatory approval.

How clean power can transform the ‘food-energy-environment trilemma’

CSIRO Land and Water Science Director Dr Paul Bertsch discusses the food-energy-water nexus, and how transitioning to clean energy will transform the way we produce food and how we think about water security.

An insect-resistant future for cowpeas in Nigeria and beyond

Cowpea is a staple food in many African countries. However, its production is under constant threat from pests. Biotechnology has solved one of the problems, and a solution to another problem is on the way.

A green and gold standard for Aussie-grown food

Overseas demand for more sustainable food is a high value opportunity for Australian agribusinesses. Research is looking at how we can capture that opportunity.

Research and innovation to harness opportunities for the North

Kirsten Rose - Executive Director of Future Industries - reflects on CSIRO's 90 years of work in northern Australia, and outlines our vision for the future.

Eating for the environment: Can changing your diet help the planet?

Research is looking into the potential for individuals to follow diets that are both sustainable and healthy, as well as exploring what challenges we face in doing that.

Eye tests to eye fillets: 10 science projects in northern Australia

Our scientists have been working in northern Australia for more than 90 years. Science and technology continues to transform the north, a region spanning more than 40 per cent of Australia's land mass.