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.
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.
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.
Why do some red wines taste 'drier' than others?
23 May, 2019Researchers are gaining a better understanding of tannin characteristics, which could help winemakers manage dryness perception in their red wines.
Taste is all in the mind
03 May, 2019Whether people prefer bitter or sweet beverages, such as coffee or cola, depends more on how they make them feel than their taste, research suggests.
Severe Salmonella outbreaks predicted in Australia, researchers say
23 April, 2019Salmonella outbreaks are likely to become more severe in the future, according to a model developed by University of Sydney researchers.
Caffeine buzz is possible without drinking coffee
23 April, 2019Smelling coffee could trigger similar reactions in the brain as physically drinking a cup, according to new research.
Sizing up cucumbers
16 April, 2019Gene researchers have discovered the reason for fruit length variation in cucumbers, which could provide benefits for crop breeders of the future.
Health benefits of tomatoes linked to colour
25 March, 2019High levels of specific antioxidants are linked to particular tomato colours, meaning each tomato has its own health benefits, researchers have found.
Link between food allergies and multiple sclerosis
22 February, 2019Evidence has been found connecting food allergies (but not other allergies) and relapses of multiple sclerosis.
Ever heard of the food allergy FPIES?
06 February, 2019Most of us, including medical professionals, have never heard of FPIES and so this poorly understood food allergy is often misdiagnosed.
Drug-manufacturing chickens
30 January, 2019Tired of egg farming? Now you could put chicken expertise to a new use — drug manufacturing.
Fresh ideas in the Australian ginger industry
06 December, 2018The Australian ginger industry is going through a period of change, with a new AgriFutures panel chair and R&D investment focused on innovative agtech.
Aussie foodtech start-up raises $3m for US expansion
27 November, 2018PERKii has secured a total of $3 million in capital to launch the technology for its water and juice encapsulated probiotic drink in the US.
Better testing needed for 'gluten-free' food
13 November, 2018More frequent gluten testing may be needed in factories, after a study found almost 3% of manufactured foods labelled 'gluten-free' contained gluten.
