Planet

Did you know that in the same time that breadth of brands on our supermarket shelves has exploded, the number of widely grown and sold seeds and animal breeds has shrunk? This is a huge issue, but you can help change it.

Genetically modified foods have been with us two decades now — so what is the latest knowledge around these additions to our food supply?

Species that live on green roofs arrive there by travelling on birds or riding air currents.

Surrounded by bees, we spent the day in Sydney’s stunning Centennial Parklands learning the ins and outs of backyard beekeeping.

Genes from mint and basil engineered to produce yeast brews “hoppier” beer than that made from traditional yeast and hops.

If you eat packaged food, it’s highly likely that some chemicals from the packaging will leach into the food. The question is, how do those chemicals impact on your health?

Getting hitched? Your big day doesn’t need to be an expensive cookie-cutter affair. With a clear intention and a bit of creativity, you can plan a memorable, meaningful day that reflects your love for each other, your guests and the planet.

A plant-based diet, particularly organic food consumption is better for the environment than an animal based one.

Wouldn’t it be nice to know what’s going on inside your pet’s head? Perhaps that desire is not as far-fetched as it seem.

Sally Mathrick poses questions to consider in your quest for a toxin-free life.

Sunlight can provide sustainable energy needed to manufacture nitrogen-based fertilisers.

Until recently, the environmental ramifications of electronic devices were often overlooked. But, with consumption of technological gadgets growing steadily, this issue is coming under increasing scrutiny.