Ashleigh Bagshaw
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2 months ago |
abc.net.au | Kallee Buchanan |Ashleigh Bagshaw
The recommendation is five serves a day, but most Australians consume just a third of that. It's not just a concern for health officials, farmers say it's putting their bottom line at risk. But there's a simple act that could change it for you, the industry and the economy.
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Nov 14, 2024 |
abc.net.au | Kallee Buchanan |Ashleigh Bagshaw
A vaccine that protects dogs against a potentially fatal bacterial disease has returned to northern Australian veterinary clinics. Since 2022, a national shortage of the leptospirosis vaccine has seen vets report a worrying rise in cases, but now there's new hope for dog owners.
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Sep 11, 2024 |
abc.net.au | Bridget Herrmann |Ashleigh Bagshaw
Your morning cup of coffee could soon get even better, thanks to scientists who have cracked the code for the perfect arabica brew. It's taken 10 years for researchers to create a genetic map of the Coffee arabica plant, in the pursuit of better-quality coffee varieties. And while there's excitement in the industry over the revelation, growers and roasters still face an uphill battle to convince Australians to make the switch to a locally grown brew.
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Aug 13, 2024 |
abc.net.au | Grace Ann Whiteside |Ashleigh Bagshaw |Megan Hughes
The Queensland Government will appoint a Food Farmers Commissioner after an inquiry into rising supermarket prices. Growers welcome the idea of a commissioner but are worried the role won't protect them from retribution. The position is expected to be legislated next week and filled in the coming weeks. A Food Farmers Commissioner will be appointed in Queensland to mediate between growers and major supermarkets, but farmers are worried the new role won't have enough powers.
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Aug 4, 2024 |
abc.net.au | Ashleigh Bagshaw |Bridget Herrmann
Purpose-built drones and DNA analysis are emerging tools that could help Queensland communities manage an invasive pest known as yellow crazy ants. Infestations of the ants have been found in areas including the Cairns, Townsville, the Whitsundays and Brisbane regions. There are calls for more state and federal government funding to help manage the pest. Boots laced, protective gear on and drones in the sky; these soldiers are ready for battle.
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