Food Security
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Sciences & Technology
Government needs to plan for resilient food systems in Australia
With increasing shocks to our food supply, we need clear government accountability to ensure the right to adequate food
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Environment
Wheat’s ancient roots of viral resistance
New research finds that the gene that protects wheat from Wheat Yellow Mosaic Virus originated in an ancient wild relative
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Environment
Smart fertilisers for food security
Fertilisers that increase nitrogen efficiency are being designed to boost crop productivity while reducing farming costs and environmental impact
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Sciences & Technology
Young people are mapping viable futures
Around the world young people are facing multiple challenges and we can learn from their increasingly interconnected and ethical approach to living
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Business & Economics
The cascading crisis of global food supply chains
The world is experiencing a food crisis linked to war and climate change – but there are some possible solutions to soften the blow
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Environment
Australia’s new government must tackle food insecurity
Australia needs to boost its capacity to weather shocks to our food security. And that’s why we need a Minister for Food
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Business & Economics
Australia’s risky food supply chains
Australia can’t rely on industry and charities to feed people during disasters - government must lead in food security
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Environment
Redefining Farmland value for climate and food security
Regenerative agriculture can translate environmental health into economic value and address climate change. But scaling up will require financial innovation
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Environment
Five priorities for managing nitrogen pollution
Nitrogen is essential for life on Earth, but excess can damage the environment. Researchers recommend five areas of focus for management: Production, People, Planet, Policy and Partnerships
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Environment
We need to stop flushing opportunity down the toilet
New technology that can convert human urine into fertiliser onsite could enable an expansion of urban farming and eventually provide a sustainable resource for agriculture