Land Resources Division Research in focus: The forgotten giant of the Pacific
A giant taro patch in Tonga. Photo : Filippo Guzzon.
Healthy Tips: There are about 1000 plants with edible leaves around the world
Do you know there are about 1000 plants with edible leaves around the world? Some examples are taro leaves, watercress etc.
Watch the video above and learn how to cook watercress.
Pacific scientists planning and planting for a warmer world
This Earth Day, in communities around the world, the climate emergency is not some distant threat but a daily reality. The fallout is acutely felt by the people of the Pacific as they try to nurture their crops, secure water, protect shorelines and…
Stat of the week: Food nutrients contained in Pacific food
Taro leaves contain 5.7g of dietary fibre per 100g. Eating a variety of foods high in fibre has a protective effect against colon cancer and helps to control your weight.
Are you interested to know the nutrient composition of some other common Pacific…
World Diabetes Day 2017 - Statement by the Pacific Community Director-General, Dr Colin Tukuitonga
On 14 November, the Pacific Community (SPC) joins the world in commemorating World Diabetes Day (WDD). The theme of WDD 2017 is ‘Women and diabetes – our right to a healthy future’.
This year’s campaign promotes the importance of affordable and equitable…
Pacific scientist in China to present taro supply breakthrough
A scientist from the Pacific Community (SPC) is in Nanning Guangxi, China, this week to present important research on new methods for improving the supply of taro planting material.
Improved production methods are important for food security and taro…