Crops
Finding quinoa’s sweet spot to feed the world
The sequencing of the quinoa genome has created an opportunity to breed a quinoa plant that isn't just a superfood, but a sustainable super crop.
Empty calories no more
A biofortified rice, rich in iron and zinc, is a step closer to tackling malnutrition in countries dependent on the grain, says University of Melbourne expert.
The black spot on Australia’s chilli industry
The discovery of four new pathogens that lead to disease in chillies could put Australia's biosecurity measures in question, say University of Melbourne experts
Climate change: What it means for fruits
Some fruits may be in short supply in coming years, says new University of Melbourne research on the impact of climate change on Australia's fruit growing.