Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive
Research and International News
UM researchers uncover the health-boosting power of oat protein
April 22, 2025 —
While including oats a balanced diet has long been recognized by Health Canada as a healthy food choice, thanks to the fibre content, the benefits of oat protein have been understudied - until now. New research suggests there’s even more to this grain.
April 22, 2025 —
While including oats a balanced diet has long been recognized by Health Canada as a healthy food choice, thanks to the fibre content, the benefits of oat protein have been understudied - until now. New research suggests there’s even more to this grain.
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Grainews: Control drainage costly, but beneficial
April 22, 2025 —
Tiling can improve soil conditions, accelerate warming, boost crop growth and reduce nutrient runoff.
April 22, 2025 —
Tiling can improve soil conditions, accelerate warming, boost crop growth and reduce nutrient runoff.
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CBC Manitoba: Canadian honey farmers fear sting of China’s canola tariffs
April 21, 2025 —
Tariffs could discourage planting of canola, a food source for bees
April 21, 2025 —
Tariffs could discourage planting of canola, a food source for bees
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The Western Producer: Pulse flour research looks bright
April 15, 2025 —
University of Manitoba researcher uses light source synchrotron to dissect best pulse flours for various food uses.
April 15, 2025 —
University of Manitoba researcher uses light source synchrotron to dissect best pulse flours for various food uses.
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Agribusiness student recognized for excellence on the football field
April 11, 2025 —
Fourth year Agribusiness student Jackson Tachinski was named the Male Athlete of the Year at the University of Manitoba Bisons Brown and Gold awards banquet recently.
April 11, 2025 —
Fourth year Agribusiness student Jackson Tachinski was named the Male Athlete of the Year at the University of Manitoba Bisons Brown and Gold awards banquet recently.
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Tasters needed for pulse flour sensory research study
April 10, 2025 —
Volunteers sought for a sensory research study. Honorarium provided.
April 10, 2025 —
Volunteers sought for a sensory research study. Honorarium provided.
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CBC Manitoba: Tariffs on Canadian goods having a ‘devastating effect,’ U.S. farmers say
April 7, 2025 —
'We've become such enemies just because of this one man': South Dakota Farmers Union president
April 7, 2025 —
'We've become such enemies just because of this one man': South Dakota Farmers Union president
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Analytical chemist explores contaminant impacts on water and soil quality
April 1, 2025 —
Dr. Alistair Brown joined the Department of Soil Science as Manitoba Analytical Solutions (MASS) Lab Director and Assistant Professor.
April 1, 2025 —
Dr. Alistair Brown joined the Department of Soil Science as Manitoba Analytical Solutions (MASS) Lab Director and Assistant Professor.
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The Globe and Mail: Canola farmers feel their livelihoods are being sacrificed to save the auto industry
March 28, 2025 —
Canola farmers feel their livelihoods are being sacrificed to save the auto industry
March 28, 2025 —
Canola farmers feel their livelihoods are being sacrificed to save the auto industry
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Eating nutritiously on a budget the goal of Affordable Meals Campaign
March 28, 2025 —
For many post-secondary students, affording nutritious meals is a challenge.
March 28, 2025 —
For many post-secondary students, affording nutritious meals is a challenge.