Northern Australia could double Australia’s agricultural output by “developing a food bowl”, with a focus on premium produce, according to a paper released by the Federal Opposition coalition parties. The...

Melbourne-based drinks brand CAPI has launched its new range, including a mineral water and a range of mixers and fruit sodas, focusing on “carefully selected ingredients” and a “local” flavour. The...

An Australian food-scanning app, FoodSwitch, has been recognised in a list of the world’s top 100 innovative initiatives, selected from entries from more than 79 countries. At the international 2013...

Eating more red meat over time may be associated with an increased risk of type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), according to a study from the National University of Singapore. An Pan, Ph.D, of the National...

The biotechnologies used in North American staple crop production are lowering yields and increasing pesticide use compared to Western Europe, according to researchers from the University of Canterbury...

Consuming canola oil instead of other fats could have health benefits and help consumers comply with expert dietary fat recommendations, according to a new review of scientific studies from the last 25...

South Australia is considering whether to establish an industry code for free range eggs. A new proposal from the South Australian Government defines ‘free range eggs’ as coming from hens stocked at...

Australian owned and operated food waste equipment company Hungry Giant has developed a new system that might help food manufacturing businesses reduce food waste by up to 90 per cent. According to Hungry...

Consumers’ concerns about the use of palm oil, “toxic” chemicals and “greenwashing” in personal care products like shampoos and cosmetics have led to the release of a new voluntary set of standards...

Western Australian (WA) Commissioner of Police Karl O’Callaghan says alcohol advertising should be banned during sport broadcasts because they cause “far more harm” than betting promotion. The comments...