Tasmanian potato growers ongoing contract dispute with US French fry giant, Simplot
A bitter stalemate between frozen chip manufacturer Simplot and its Tasmanian suppliers has once again escalated, just weeks…
Eat these nine easy food pairings to boost heart health, slow ageing
It’s not just the foods you eat that matter but what you eat them with. Food synergy is…
Space creature or humble potato? What NASA astronaut Don Pettit’s latest photo actually shows
Published on 27/03/2026 – 15:36 GMT+1 NASA astronaut Don Pettit, recently shared a picture of an odd, purple,…
Purple vs. orange sweet potatoes: Which is healthier and why |
Winter markets often look brighter because of those piles of sweet potatoes. A familiar heap of orange ones…
Tasmanian tractor convoy unable to break stalemate on potato farmer pay
More than 130 angry farmers, along with millions of dollars of mud-splattered machinery, have yet to break a…
Potato mop-top virus detected in Victoria for first time, industry says
Potato seeds found in cold storage in Victoria have tested positive for the exotic mop-top virus. The Australian…
Shoppers urged to change expectations as food disease found in Australia for first time: ‘Real concern’
Consumers may need to change their expectations of how their food looks after an exotic disease that causes…
Potatoes: Tackling spuds’ perception issue despite their popularity
“Shifting public perceptions remains a challenge for the industry and one we are very committed to addressing. “As…