Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
The Western Producer: Enzymes eyed as way to improve forage nutrition
February 13, 2025 —
Enzymes are used at low levels in poultry feed as well as hog diets, but their use is not standard practice in cattle rations
February 13, 2025 —
Enzymes are used at low levels in poultry feed as well as hog diets, but their use is not standard practice in cattle rations
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University of Manitoba hires first agronomist in residence for special crops
February 12, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba has hired Loveleen Kaur Dhillon as its agronomist in residence for special crops, a new, five-year position funded by Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA).
February 12, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba has hired Loveleen Kaur Dhillon as its agronomist in residence for special crops, a new, five-year position funded by Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA).
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
Cattle Country: University of Manitoba researchers are developing innovative strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve sustainability in the Canadian beef and dairy sectors
February 1, 2025 —
Researchers have launched a groundbreaking initiative to address methane emissions from Canada’s cattle industry.
February 1, 2025 —
Researchers have launched a groundbreaking initiative to address methane emissions from Canada’s cattle industry.
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CBC National: How Canada’s dairy supply management system works — and why Trump hates it
January 27, 2025 —
The problem with supply management
January 27, 2025 —
The problem with supply management
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The Manitoban: Improving soil health for sustainable agriculture
January 27, 2025 —
U of M professor examines nitrogen management and microbial impact on crops
January 27, 2025 —
U of M professor examines nitrogen management and microbial impact on crops
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
Western Producer: High-protein wheat expected to survive tariffs
January 20, 2025 —
High-protein wheat classes such as Canadian Western Red Spring (CWRS) may survive the new world order of international trade.
January 20, 2025 —
High-protein wheat classes such as Canadian Western Red Spring (CWRS) may survive the new world order of international trade.
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Western Producer: Corn intercrops can work
January 16, 2025 —
Recent research, such as a trial that was conducted at Manitoba Beef and Forage Initiatives in 2020 near Brandon, has begun to look at how intercrops can enhance corn grazing.
January 16, 2025 —
Recent research, such as a trial that was conducted at Manitoba Beef and Forage Initiatives in 2020 near Brandon, has begun to look at how intercrops can enhance corn grazing.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
The Globe and Mail: With wine flowing between B.C. and Alberta, makers look to free trade across Canada
January 13, 2025 —
With wine flowing between B.C. and Alberta, makers look to free trade across Canada
January 13, 2025 —
With wine flowing between B.C. and Alberta, makers look to free trade across Canada
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
Entrance scholarships support Agricultural and Food Sciences students
January 13, 2025 —
Thanks to the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences’ Centennial Entrance Scholarships, this year nine students from across Manitoba have been able to focus more on their studies and less on finances.
January 13, 2025 —
Thanks to the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences’ Centennial Entrance Scholarships, this year nine students from across Manitoba have been able to focus more on their studies and less on finances.
Supporting Open Dialogue and Academic Freedom
January 8, 2025 —
Update from President Benarroch on public statements
January 8, 2025 —
Update from President Benarroch on public statements