Making vegies less bitter
17 July, 2019Research into Brassicas plants, such as broccoli, cabbage and mustard, reveals more information about the protein responsible for their pungent smell and taste.
Gut-friendly bread developed using 'bush tucker' ingredients
11 July, 2019Researchers have developed a uniquely Australian bread roll made from wattle seed and Kakadu plum rather than artificial additives.
Australian wheat has great noodle appeal
03 July, 2019AEGIC has identified a potential threat to the Australian wheat export industry and is taking action to bolster against the threat.
Analysing trends in coffee production
01 July, 2019Research on yield patterns of coffee plants could improve coffee crop yields and introduce new coffee varieties to markets faster.
Today's wheat no worse for allergies
01 July, 2019Research conducted at Charles Sturt University has shown that, despite popular belief, early varieties of wheat were no less allergenic than the varieties grown in Australia today.
New therapy could reverse food allergies: study
25 June, 2019An oral therapy containing six species of bacteria may be able to prevent or cure food allergies in children, according to a study.
Yoghurt may help men reduce risks of bowel cancer
19 June, 2019Researchers found men who ate two or more servings of yoghurt a week were up to 26% less likely to develop abnormal growths, known as adenomas.
Research needed on new pathogens in beef and cow's milk
18 June, 2019 | Supplied by: BfRGerman researchers have identified new pathogens in beef and cow's milk products that could cause inflammation and increase the risk of cancer in humans.
Laying the foundations for future flu-resistant chooks
12 June, 2019Gene editing has been used to stop the spread of bird flu virus in chicken cells grown in the lab and this could lead to producing disease-resistant chickens.
Ear, ear, corn science advances
12 June, 2019A gene essential for forming the ears in corn, which could be crucial for advancing the efforts to increase crop yields, has been identified by a team of scientists.
Antibiotic alternative for piglets shows promise
05 June, 2019 | Supplied by: United States Department of AgricultureScientists have found L-glutamine could be a viable alternative to antibiotics to help improve piglet welfare following weaning and transport.
Cranberries, more than just juice
03 June, 2019Given the belief that drinking cranberry juice could be helpful against urinary tract infections, scientists explore how it could also help in the fight against bacteria.
Anton Paar ViscoQC 300 rotational viscometer
01 June, 2019 | Supplied by: Anton Paar Australia Pty LtdDeveloped for a wide range of applications, ViscoQC 300 is designed to ensure the quality of the substance — from almost any fluid to semi-solid samples — by delivering fully traceable viscosity results.
Policies should limit ultraprocessed food intake, researchers say
30 May, 2019Two European studies have found positive links between highly processed foods and risk of cardiovascular disease and death.
Alternative protein sources could help boost food security
29 May, 2019Alternative protein sources could replace soy and animal products as major protein sources as Finland and the EU work to achieve food self-sufficiency.
