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

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