Research is underway to help Australian farmers better understand Chinese customers’ needs for sorghum, the key ingredient in baijiu, China’s national drink and the world’s top-selling spirit. Researchers...

Researchers from the University of Queensland have lead the development of a new crop protection spray described as “revolutionary”. ‘Bio Clay’ spray was developed in conjunction with the University...

The University of Queensland and Horticulture Innovation Australia are partnering to investigate whether adding probiotics to bagged salads can help reduce incidences of salmonella and listeria poisonings. The...

A University of Queensland study has found a genetic variation which impacts the composition of breastmilk and could have a lasting impact on a child’s gut health. Researcher, Paula Smith-Brown, said...

There are many sayings, myths and recommendations about how we should eat our food. Some of it is cultural – such as the use of tools – some involve noise while eating, keeping the mouth closed, spilling...

Genome research means zero-caffeine coffee bean could soon grow in Queensland It will soon be possible to grow premium-quality caffeine-free coffee, tea and cocoa, thanks to research from the University...

The inaugural Foods for Specific Populations Conference commences Wednesday 17 September 2014 and will see leading experts address the nutritional needs of a range of groups including  people with allergies...

New ARC Dairy Innovation Hub ‘set to improve dairy products’ Longer-lasting Australian dairy products with high nutritional value could soon be available to consumers in Australia and overseas thanks...

Australian rice may have ancient DNA that will be vital to food security As well as displaying important similarities with domesticated rice, Australia’s wild rice offers tremendous potential for global...

Queensland scientists discover big clue to an “obesity pill” Scientists have moved a step closer to an “obesity drug” that may block the effects of diets high in fat and sugar, according to research...