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The global population is expected to grow to 9.7 billion by 2050. Protein is a building block of life and we'll need to grow more protein, more sustainably, to feed the world. We're helping make new high protein foods and feed with our expertise in protein research, food science, nutrition, innovation and more. Read about some of our work on protein below.

CSIRO and Jack Cowin partner to launch Australia’s newest plant-based meat startup, v2food News

What do you get when you pair up the nation's best-of-breed scientists and one of Australia's most prolific food industry pioneers? v2food. Hungry Jack's and home delivery service Marley Spoon are the first customers off the bat for these high-protein, plant-based meat products.

Catcher of the rye: Science can now detect any gluten in any food News

We were the first to be able to detect specific proteins in all four gluten containing grains - wheat, barley, oats and the less well-studied grain, rye. Our discovery will make it easier for food companies to correctly label their products and for consumers to trust pack labelling around gluten-free claims.

Sex lives of flies could be key to tackling food waste News

With insect farming startup Goterra, we discovered a secret recipe that gets Black Solider Flies in the mood and could help tackle our food waste crisis.

A more sustainable and productive aquaculture industry Agriculture and fisheries impact case studies

Our work in aquaculture aims to boost the value, competitiveness and sustainability of Australia's aquaculture industry and help meet booming consumer nutritional and protein requirements.

Proteomics Crops

Our expertise in protein research, known as proteomics, is helping identify key proteins that will benefit Australia's livestock and plant industries, and improve human health.

Converting food waste into nutritious ingredients Food manufacturing

Food currently lost or wasted throughout the production and consumption cycle can be converted into tasty foods containing polyphenols, fibre, protein and essential nutrients.

CSIRO Protein Plus Nutrition and Exercise Plan Diet and recipe books

The CSIRO Protein Plus Nutrition and Exercise Plan is a lifestyle book that highlights the importance of protein and resistance exercise for weight loss and healthy ageing.

Mapping out Australia's food future News

CSIRO has released its Food & Agribusiness Roadmap, charting a course for products, technology and innovation to secure future success in the sector.
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