From pet food to human food, insects have many potential uses in Australia. But the industry has to overcome some big challenges around public perception first.
Anthony Albanese responds to Vegemite ban at a Canadian cafe
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he is "pro-Vegemite" as he responds to Canadian Food Inspection Agency's claims the Australian spread was "non-compliant" with food regulations.
Spinach salads back on supermarket shelves amid E. coli probe
The Victorian Farmers Federation says growers are doing their utmost to ensure fresh produce is safe after E. coli was detected in pre-packaged salad products.
Plastic, wood or glass? Advice on the best cutting boards
What type of cutting board is the best when it comes to food prep and safety? And what are the best methods to clean them?
US delivery driver wins $79 million in lawsuit over burns from Starbucks tea
The negligence lawsuit blamed the man's injuries on Starbucks, saying that an employee didn't wedge the scalding-hot tea firmly enough into a take-out tray.
The quickest and safest methods for defrosting food
No matter how well you plan, you'll likely need to defrost something for cooking or eating during the week.
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How to clean your air fryer without scrubbing
Although they use little to no added oil, grease and fat can accumulate inside air fryers making them difficult to clean
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Hot cross buns recalled at SA supermarkets because of glass hazard
Food Standards Australia New Zealand issues a recall of a hot cross bun product it says is sold online and at Foodland supermarkets in South Australia.
Pantry or fridge? Where to store tomato sauce and other condiments
Keeping tomato sauce in the fridge after opening is the best approach, experts say, even though the food safety risk is relatively low.
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Why is there still an egg shortage on some supermarket shelves?
Consumers are still facing egg shortages and price rises as the ramifications of Australia's largest bird flu outbreak continue to be felt.
Choosing the right cooking oils can save you money and pantry space
Using a smaller number of versatile cooking oils can help you save precious pantry real estate and money. We asked experts how to make the most of them with taste, budget and health in mind.
Impact on retailers amid months of egg shortage
Poultry Veterinarian Peter Scott discusses the national shortage of eggs, saying the impact of the bird flu outbreaks have been significant.
Saving food in the fridge or freezer if you lose power
Wondering how long your fridge will stay cool enough to store food if you've lost power, or what should be binned and what can be salvaged? Here's what two experts have to say.
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Creating ice stumped many, until an Australian discovered a commercial fix
The cold chain process is a little understood part of our food supply chain. It changed how and what we eat today.
Small-scale farmers feel forgotten as food regulation changes loom
Australia is implementing stricter regulations on leafy greens, melons and berries, which small-scale growers say will cause unbearable production cost increases.
Biosolids contaminated with PFAS found in food production
A Sydney Water document reveals that sewage by-products used in food production contain elevated levels of 'forever chemicals'.
Woman who ate hot chips seasoned with caustic soda has $1.1m payout slashed
A Bunbury woman's payout after she was served toxic hot chips at the city's Chicken Treat franchise has been cut after a successful appeal.
'Never seen a darker day for public health': RFK Jr's 'Make America Healthy Again' plan is creating controversy
What exactly does Robert F Kennedy Jr mean when he promises to "Make America Healthy Again"? And why are some public health experts so alarmed?
'Bad chicken souvlaki' leaves hundreds of students unwell at New Zealand university during exam time
Some students were forced to vomit out of windows because they were unable to make it to the toilet and others reportedly missed or had to leave exams on Monday due to illness.
More US McDonald's customers fall sick with E. coli — could the same thing happen in Australia?
Australian law tightly regulates food providers to prevent outbreaks of infection or contamination of produce.
US man sues McDonald's after testing positive for E coli
The lawsuit alleges that the Colorado man ate food from a McDonald's in Colorado and then tested positive for E coli a few days later.