Sustainable seafood in Australia
Every wondered if the fish you buy is being over-fished? Want to make sure your choices support a sustainable seafood industry? more »
How can what I eat make a difference?
The choices we make about what we eat each day really can have some major environmental consequences. It’s easy to forget about the energy, water, chemicals and effort used to produce everyday food items like chocolate bars, soft drink or a packet of chips. Not to mention the fuel burnt getting these items to you.The average Australian diet includes a lot of meat (13%) and dairy (24%). These are the most resource intensive foods to produce. Simple, unprocessed foods take much less energy and water to be ready to eat. There are healthy choices you can make to reduce the environmental impact of food consumption in your household.
Putting Victoria on your table
Locally grown produce
Victorians are being encouraged to consume more local produce through a new campaign that highlights the abundance of ingredients available across the state. more »
Organics: The Order of the Day
Organic produce has come a long way
For the first time, Australian organic producers have been recognised in the Organic Expo Awards, held in Melbourne on 7 September 2007. more »
Top 5 tips
1. Reduce Animal Products
Don't worry! We're not asking you to give up your favourite foods! Meat and dairy can be part of a healthy, sustainable diet, but just don't overdo it. more »
2. Choose unprocessed or unrefined foods
All food carries some 'embodied' energy and water. That means the amount of energy and water that goes into producing them. The more processed or refined a product is, the more embodied energy it contains. more »
3. Eat what you buy, don’t waste it!
In 2004, Australians threw away a total of $5.3 billion on all forms of food.
This shocking statistic includes: more »
4. Choose organic
Organic farming uses no synthetic pesticides or fertilisers and focuses on the health of the soil. more »
5. Bring the paddock closer to your plate
Locally produced food is the best choice for the environment. Australian food has travelled a shorter distance and buying Australian supports our farmers and growers. more »