Archives for July 8, 2012

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Rice gene discovery opens doors for low-GI products

By Kacey Culliney

Research has identified the key gene that determines the glycemic index (GI) of rice, opening up opportunities to develop low-GI rice and rice-based products to reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes, according to the researchers.

Illegal channels to China a threat to New Zealand beef

By Ankush Chibber

Chinese authorities are clamping down on smuggling ofNew Zealand beef and other meats into the country – although the mainstream New Zealand beef industry says it has little to worry about.

Australian pork trade gains R&D boost

By Ed Bedington

The Australian pork industry is set to benefit from a AU$2.7m boost into R&D funding across a range of projects to help boost the sector.