Swarm-sensing bees
Scientists in Tasmania are fitting up to 5,000 bees with tiny sensors as part of a research program to find out more about the relationship of bees with their environment.Honey bees play a vital role...
View ArticleGrowth in gluten free
Following a gluten-free diet is growing in popularity with one in ten Australian adults avoiding or limiting their consumption of wheat-based products according to a CSIRO survey. The vast majority of...
View ArticleAg outlook strong
Australia’s agri-food production is forecast to increase at least 50 per cent by 2050 according to a report by the CSIRO. National Outlook looks at economic activity, resource use, environmental...
View ArticleDairy danger
One in six Australian adults are choosing to avoid milk and dairy foods according to the CSIRO. Women and younger adults are most likely to restrict this food group to relieve adverse gastrointestinal...
View ArticleDiet fail
Australia’s reputation as a fit and healthy nation has been debunked by the largest ever diet survey. The 2016 CSIRO Healthy Diet Score report canvassed the dietary habits of more than 86,500 adults...
View ArticleFitbit for cows
An ear tag that records livestock movement has been developed by CSIRO to help farmers track their herds. The tag is GPS-enabled and produces similar data to smart watches, allowing farmers to track...
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