Oily fish, fruits and beer can cut rheumatoid arthritis risk
03 December, 2024Moderate alcohol consumption and a higher intake of fruits, oily fish, and cereals are linked to a lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis, while tea and coffee may be linked to an increased risk.
The 'plant-wearable' pesticide sensor
16 February, 2024Brazilian researchers have developed a sensor that can be placed directly on the surface of a vegetable or fruit to detect the presence of pesticides.
The veggie powders combating food waste
07 February, 2024Nutri V has launched a range of Australian grown, 100% pure vegetable powder, repurposing imperfect broccoli, cauliflower and pumpkin into shelf-stable powders.
Solving the recent orange juice off-flavour mystery
07 February, 2024A food science research team in Germany has solved the mystery of a new clove-like off-flavour in orange juice, the cause of which was previously unknown.
Could self-drying fruit be the next superfood?
02 February, 2024A foodtech company in Israel has introduced a semi-dried tomato product line that uses a specialised tomato variety that can self-dry on the vine while maintaining nutritional value and flavour.
FSANZ calls for comment on GM corn
25 January, 2024FSANZ has called for comment on an application to permit the sale and use of food made from a genetically modified (GM) corn.
Sustainably sourced KitKat launches in Europe
23 January, 2024Nestlé has introduced a KitKat made with cocoa mass from beans grown by farmer families engaged in the company's income accelerator.
Montague launches its nectarine range
21 November, 2023Montague launches Nectara, a new brand of nectarines with a range of flavours designed to appeal to the Australian palate.
Technology will be crucial to the success of vertical farms
01 November, 2023 by Antti ViitanenWith vertical farming increasingly regarded as a solution to problems faced by global food production systems, measurement and control technology could be key to its success.
Aussie vegetable growers to tour Europe
28 September, 2023A group of 13 Australian vegetable growers will study opportunities for exports to the European market as part of an Australian Government-funded study tour.
FSANZ calls for comment on GM bananas
26 September, 2023Food Standards Australia New Zealand is calling for comment on an application to permit food from a genetically modified banana.
QUT researchers to lead insect pest project
26 September, 2023QUT researchers will lead a project targeting insect pests as part of a collaborative initiative designed to protect and grow Australia's horticultural exports.
Aussie produce to be showcased on the world stage
05 September, 2023Aussie horticulture is headed for the world stage this week with over 40 Australian exhibitors set to show off their produce at Asia Fruit Logistica.
AUSVEG calls for action amid worsening labour shortages
04 September, 2023A year on from the federal government's Jobs and Skills Summit, crippling workforce shortages facing Australian vegetable growers have only worsened.
Are your smoothies actually healthy?
28 August, 2023A study has found that blending certain ingredients in smoothies can influence whether your body is getting a nutritional boost.
