June 2021
Climate Action Through our Food
A climate-ready and carbon neutral food production sector is vital to the future of Australia’s food security and economy. Join the Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences for an important conversation around the sustainability of our food supply, now and into the future.
Find out more »July 2021
Cell based meat and the future of food: policy and politics
Join Professor Robyn Warner (Future Food Hallmark Research Initiative) and Dr Hope Johnson (QUT) presenting their research findings. Professor Warner will present on her research on the production of alternative proteins and the development of sustainable, healthy and affordable protein products as part of Melbourne’s Future Food Hallmark Initiative. Dr Johnson will present findings from her two socio-legal studies on cell-based meat and the law and discuss potential directions for the Australian regulation of cell-based products.
Find out more »The future of nutrient management rests on technology and circular economy
As one of the largest global food producers, Australia relies on a constant supply of soil nutrients to support productive and healthy agriculture. The expert panel will examine the current strategies and future technology innovations for improved nutrient management in Australian agriculture and our cities. The panel will discuss a circular economy of nutrients, exploring the associated impacts, opportunities and constraints of this system.
Find out more »‘Fair Food Futures’ – Introduction to civil society dialogues
This event invites the Australian Fair Food movement to put forth their own visions for more just and inclusive food system reform. If you are involved in grassroots food system change in Australia, Fair Food Futures wants to hear from you! This event is the first in a series of dialogues with civic food actors (growers, food hubs, circular economy initiatives, food charities, policy and advocacy alliances) focused solely on grassroots perspectives on food system transformation.
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