SDG 2 Zero Hunger

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Aligned with the themes of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)2 Zero Hunger, CQUniversity's commitment to ending hunger is demonstrated through involvement in local, national and global collaborations, projects and initiatives that drive change, better outcomes and lead to a more sustainable future.
Sustainable Development Goal 2. Zero Hunger

News Stories

Some of the recent news stories that align with SDG 2 Zero Hunger

Programs and Engagement

CQUniversity is committed to ending hunger by addressing food insecurity through innovative programs, research, and community engagement. From leading research into fighting food waste to developing practical toolkits that help households reduce waste, CQU is creating real-world solutions with long-term impact.

Breaking the cycle of food waste

Top tips to cut food waste saving households, councils thousands of dollars

A new CQUniversity study assesses food waste reduction interventions for households, and local government, in partnership with the Fight Food Waste Collaborative Research Centre.

New toolkit to help reduce Australian household food waste

A new toolkit developed by CQUniversity researchers with the Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre is poised to help Australian households reduce their massive amounts of food waste.

Creating Sustainable Food Sources

​CQUniversity is making significant strides in combating hunger through its cutting-edge agricultural and horticultural research, primarily conducted by the Institute for Future Farming Systems (IFFS). Over the past decade, the IFFS has developed practical solutions to enhance productivity and sustainability in livestock, cropping, and horticulture sectors across northern Australia and internationally.

Precision Horticulture

CQUniversity’s Precision Horticulture team is focussed on improving the productivity and profitability of Queensland’s major horticultural commodities.

Non-Invasive Sensor Technology

CQUniversity’s Non-Invasive Sensor team has led the world in the use of near infrared spectroscopy for assessing horticultural produce.