Australia’s wheat yields more than trebled during the first 90 years of the 20th century but have stalled since 1990.
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Feed the world and save the environment
A James Cook University scientist has come up with a novel approach to feed the world’s growing population and look after the environment at the same time.
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Reducing food waste could put birds and animals at risk
Well-intended efforts to reduce food waste could threaten some birds and animal species, a new paper has warned.
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Food makers part of global initiative to tackle deforestation and climate change
Food makers like Mars and General Mills are part of the initiative to develop Guidance on accounting for greenhouse gas emissions.
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UN calls for sustainable food systems, improved global nutrition
Sustainable food systems are vital to achieving 2030 Agenda nutrition targets, according to UN Rome-based agencies.
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Trimming the excess: how cutting down on junk food could help save the environment
Discretionary food contributes 33-39 per cent of diet-related water use, energy use, greenhouse gas emissions and land use.
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Beer makers use wastewater to help make energy storage cells
Engineers have developed a bio-manufacturing process that uses a biological organism cultivated in brewery wastewater to create the carbon-based materials used in batteries.
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John West receives global sustainability award
John West Australia has been awarded the Best Engagement Campaign at the Ethical Corporation’s Responsible Business Awards in London.
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NSW EPA fines Allied Mills for waste water discharge and offensive odours
The NSW Environment Protection Authority EPA has fined flour supplier Allied Mills $30,000 for two pollution incidents at its Tamworth starch factory.
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Trendy foods should come with a recipe for sustainability
The environmental impact caused by our appetites is an issue which also has been highlighted by “luxury” goods such as avacadoes, chocolate and coffee.
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De Bortoli Wines sustainability track record the first to go platinum in NSW
De Bortoli Wines has been awarded NSW’s first Sustainability Advantage Platinum Project certificate, in recognition of environmental leadership and commitment to innovation.
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The effect of population growth on efficiency in food production
The supply of food is a major concern across all countries, but - as with any resource - is dependent on growers, suppliers and distributors to bring it to market.
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EPA fines Baiada Poultry
The NSW EPA has fined Baiada Poultry $15,000 after an unauthorised and uncontrolled discharge of waste from its poultry abattoir premises in Tamworth on last year.
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Sydney plant turning food waste into electricity
The Cronulla Wastewater Treatment Plant has started a trial to turn food waste into renewable energy.
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How nanotechnology can help us grow more food using less energy and water
Scientists are working to develop new ways to meet rising global demand for food, energy and water without increasing the strain on natural resources.
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Dairy farmers are being ‘milked dry’, but let’s remember the real cost of milk
Australian dairy farmers are facing a crisis. But this is only half the problem. The true cost of dairy is also paid by dairy cows and the environment.
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Expert Panel to consider new drinking water guidelines for PFOS and PFOA
The NSW EPA has referred new water guidelines for PFOS and PFOA issued by the US EPA overnight, to the Williamtown Expert Panel for consideration.
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Eat locals: swapping sheep and cows for kangaroos and camels could help our environment
We may be what we eat, but our dietary choices also affect the health of the environment, and farmers' back pockets.
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US brewer makes six-pack rings fish can eat [VIDEO]
A US brewer has come up with a six pack ring that is not only biodegradable but can also be eaten by fish.
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Management backs environmental initiatives, but needs proof of payback: survey
Australian management is keen to pursue environmental excellence through green energy and waste water initiatives but wary of unproven operators who promise much while delivering little.
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