Goal 2:
Zero Hunger
Access to Food Security Knowledge
The University of Newcastle actively contributes to enhancing food security and promoting sustainable agriculture and aquaculture by providing access to knowledge, skills, and technology to local food producers and the wider agri-food sector.
Through our Centre for Sustainable Development (CSD) in Singapore, we are committed to addressing Singapore’s national goal of producing 30% of its nutritional needs locally by 2030, as outlined in the Singapore Green Plan. To support this vision, our research and innovation efforts focus on:
- Agriculture-based food technologies, where we develop solutions to improve food production and processing in sustainable ways.
- Food waste valorisation, where we convert plant-based food waste into valuable resources such as functional dietary fibre—helping reduce environmental impact while adding value to the agri-food supply chain.
- Alternative nutrition sources and food fermentation technologies, which contribute to diversifying and strengthening local food systems.
These initiatives reflect our integrated approach—combining research, innovation, and collaboration with local institutions—to equip food producers and industry stakeholders with the tools and technologies needed for sustainable growth.
Our work ensures that scientific advancements are not only academically robust but also practically applicable and accessible to the local agri-food sector.
2024 Research Focus
Our initiatives are aligned with UON Discipline of Food Science and Human Nutrition (School of Environmental and Life Sciences)
Food Waste Valorisation
This collaborative research project between the School of Applied Sciences at Republic Polytechnic and the School of Environmental and Life Sciences at the University of Newcastle, Australia, focuses on transforming plant-based food waste into functional dietary fibre. Against the backdrop of Singapore’s growing food waste problem—744 million kg recorded in 2019—and the national “30 by 30” food sustainability goal, the project aims to support the agri-food industry’s resilience amid geopolitical and climate challenges.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.