Turning food to bioplastics

Two brothers are turning plant-based food waste into bioplastics, writes Dr Reese Halter.

War on Waste

Inspired by the ABC’s War on Waste, Jessamy Miller shares invaluable tips and techniques for reducing, reusing and recycling.    

Drip irrigation for containers

Helen McKerral gives a step-by-step guide to setting up a simple pot irrigation system.

Where to buy edible natives

Natives are an ideal addition to your food garden. Here's where to buy these edible gems. 

The Ancient Ones

Dr Reese Halter makes his annual pilgrimage to visit trees that "offer a glimpse and insight into immortality". Find out more here.

Sustainable September @ South Melbourne Market

Head to South Melbourne Market in September for a barrow full of sustainability.

Resistance: An Inconvenient Sequel

Dr Reese Halter reviews Al Gore's new movie, An Inconvenient Sequel.

Sprout your own seeds

Sprouts are the powerhouse of super foods. They’re also easy to grow. We show you how.

Nanomaterials in our food

Nanoparticles are creeping into our food chain, but at what cost? Kristen Lyons and Naomi Smith investigate.

Farming the suburbs

Why can’t we grow food wherever we want? Jennifer Kent, Research Fellow at the University of Sydney investigates.

Growing food in the post-truth era

Big Agriculture says its aim is to "feed the world". But at what cost? Alana Mann, Chair of Department, Media and Communications, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Sydney, investigates.

Viva la revolution!

Peter Cundall celebrates the organic ‘revolution’ and invites you to join him in growing food in your urban space.