Industry-level life cycle assessment of Australian avocado production
16 October, 2024 | Supplied by: LifecyclesHort Innovation has partnered with Lifecycles to understand the environmental footprint of Australian avocados, by conducting an environmental life cycle assessment (LCA).
Fungi-based food on-trend in Australia
09 October, 2024With demand for plant-based and alternative protein sources on the rise, there has been an upswing in the availability of fungi-based food products in Australia.
A vision of a food trend
04 October, 2024Research at the University of Sydney tested the reactions of more than 600 people making food choices, with results potentially assisting food marketing and more.
FSANZ responds to tomato virus food safety concerns
02 October, 2024FSANZ has noted the reports concerning the detection of tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in tomato crops in South Australia.
NZ Food Safety: comment on food control plan for packhouse operations
10 September, 2024NZ Food Safety has evaluated the Safe Quality Food Institute Food Safety (SQFI) Code and now calls for comment on a request from New Zealand Apples and Pears.
NZ Food Safety on target to reduce foodborne illness
05 September, 2024NZ Food Safety is approaching its target to reduce rates of campylobacteriosis, the country's most common foodborne illness, a new report has found.
Using AI algorithm to improve strawberry disease detection
03 September, 2024Scientists have developed an AI system that uses an algorithm and high-resolution images to detect leaf wetness and maximise strawberry yields.
Exploring the microbiome of the foods we eat
02 September, 2024In order to improve foods and understand their impact on human health, researchers have used metagenomics to explore the diversity of microbiomes in over 2500 foods we eat.
Going nuts for Aussie macadamias and almonds
28 August, 2024There is a growing demand for Australian tree nuts and more specifically nut snacks, particularly in China and India, according to the latest analysis from Rabobank.
AFGC releases its latest State of the Industry report
21 August, 2024The Australian Food and Grocery Council has called for the govt to include its sector in the Future Made in Australia policy following the release of its industry report.
An instant, plant-based version of golden milk
19 August, 2024Researchers have developed a method to make a plant-based, instant version of turmeric milk that maintains the beneficial properties of the ingredients.
Mars expands into the ready-meals space
12 August, 2024Ben's Original ranges of ready meals launched from the US to the UK have been designed with convenience and nutrition as key priorities.
La Trobe finalist in NASA space food competition
08 August, 2024La Trobe University and Gaia Project Australia have been named finalists in NASA's Deep Space Food Challenge.
Tastier cat food flavours for our feline friends
06 August, 2024Cats are notoriously picky eaters. But what if humans could design their foods around flavours that our feline friends are scientifically proven to enjoy?
Inquiry continues to examine food & beverage consumption in Aust
06 August, 2024The House Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Resources will hear from a range of stakeholders, including a group working to improve diets in Australia.
