Food

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.

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.

Digging through the weeds and finding gluten in ryegrass (sort of)

New research has found gluten-like proteins in ryegrass, which might – or might not – be a problem for people with gluten intolerance.

Seeking First Nations’ input into the future of edible insects in Australia

New collaborations and First Nations co-developed initiatives can unlock the potential of the edible insect industry in Australia.

DNA reveals new population diversity in Indian Ocean’s tuna stocks

New DNA and microchemistry analysis reveals multiple populations among the Indian Ocean’s tunas and will underpin improved fisheries management.

Behavioural drivers key to agriculture’s sustainable transition

In the not too distant future agricultural systems will have to produce sufficient and nutritious food and fibre with fewer […]

Durable solutions for pest control in agriculture

Effective chemical options for pest control in several agricultural industries may be substantially reduced in the future. A change in thinking will be needed throughout the supply chain.

Wheat’s complex immune system requires a smart health response against disease

Covid-19 has shown us the fragility of our health, and the power of science to rapidly respond. Similar breakthroughs are waiting in the wings if a comparable disaster befell agriculture.

A short history of agricultural chemical usage and development

Throughout human history, pests have greatly impacted agriculture and society through crop failure. In modern times, chemical solutions to the problem have been hit and miss.