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.
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.
Research shows why we should be going nuts for weight loss
24 June, 2024A handful of nuts could be the next best thing when it comes to weight loss, according to research from the University of South Australia.
Qld mango farmers strike gold
21 June, 2024A Queensland couple who changed careers from mining and media to become mango growers have been named Honey Gold Grower of the Year by Piñata Farms.
New Zealand Food Safety: changes for importers of frozen berries
13 May, 2024New Zealand Food Safety has published a revised Food Notice for importers and food imported for sale in the country that will come into force 1 August.
CSIRO's protein powder creates added value from red meat
08 May, 2024Protein balls and other nutritious snacks can be made using CSIRO's latest ingredient development — a protein powder created from red meat.
Anton Paar’s “Field Guide to Plant-Based Food Analysis”
01 May, 2024Understanding the complexities of plant-based ingredients and products is paramount.
Piglet research to help optimise formula for babies
19 April, 2024Charles Sturt University is conducting a trial with piglets to help discover the best human breast milk alternative.
Salty snack study: does size matter?
12 April, 2024Food scientists have suggested that the size of individual salty snacks could have an effect on the quantity and speed at which they are consumed.
Meaty mould: could it be the smart food of the future?
15 March, 2024While a mould patty burger doesn't sound too appetising, fungi is being explored as a promising source of food innovation for the future and it could also be tasty.
Espresso yourself — a sensor-based approach for coffee tasting
07 March, 2024Researchers in Italy have introduced a novel approach for assessing the quality of coffee.
Dairy facts can make consumers buy more milk, study finds
01 March, 2024A new consumer study looked at how their behaviour is influenced after viewing infographics and educational material about dairy's nutritional benefits.
First act in ACT's new approach to local food production
21 February, 2024Natural Capital Economics has been contracted to deliver a study into the food system in the ACT as a guide for the state government's local food production strategy.
A traditional Indigenous bushfood could be the next superfood
12 February, 2024Wattleseed could be the centre of a new Indigenous industry, according to a University of Queensland researcher.
Chocolate bar made with new protein grown out of thin air
29 January, 2024A Finnish food company, introducing a limited-edition chocolate snack bar with a novel protein ingredient in Singapore, is set to ramp up production soon.
