Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive
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Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
New soil science prof seeks to design efficient, climate-friendly cropping systems
July 19, 2023 —
Dr. Henrique Da Ros Carvalho joined the Department of Soil Science as Assistant Professor in Agricultural Meteorology on July 1, 2023.
July 19, 2023 —
Dr. Henrique Da Ros Carvalho joined the Department of Soil Science as Assistant Professor in Agricultural Meteorology on July 1, 2023.
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Strange new tech world? We have courses for that.
July 17, 2023 —
Five courses teaching students how to think about and apply technology in new ways so that we can make sure the cows are happy and the machines don’t toy with our emotions.
July 17, 2023 —
Five courses teaching students how to think about and apply technology in new ways so that we can make sure the cows are happy and the machines don’t toy with our emotions.
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Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
Canola team recognized for innovative food process
July 11, 2023 —
UM food scientist Dr. Martin Scanlon along with other members of the "Green" Processing Research of Canola Science Cluster Team were recent recipients of the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) 2023 Gold Harvest Award.
July 11, 2023 —
UM food scientist Dr. Martin Scanlon along with other members of the "Green" Processing Research of Canola Science Cluster Team were recent recipients of the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) 2023 Gold Harvest Award.
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Globe and Mail: The key to fighting ticks? Getting to know them better
July 7, 2023 —
According to Kateryn Rochon, an associate professor of entomology at the University of Manitoba, there are about 40 species of ticks in Canada, and most of them have a preferred host. Rabbit ticks, for example, are usually found on rabbits, and groundhog ticks on groundhogs.
July 7, 2023 —
According to Kateryn Rochon, an associate professor of entomology at the University of Manitoba, there are about 40 species of ticks in Canada, and most of them have a preferred host. Rabbit ticks, for example, are usually found on rabbits, and groundhog ticks on groundhogs.
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Leadership announcement July 2023
July 4, 2023 —
The University of Manitoba is pleased to announce the extension of Dr. Martin Scanlon, Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, and the appointment of Dr. Robert Hoppa, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts.
July 4, 2023 —
The University of Manitoba is pleased to announce the extension of Dr. Martin Scanlon, Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, and the appointment of Dr. Robert Hoppa, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts.
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Research and International News
Former UM Vice-President honoured with Lieutenant Governor’s Award
June 30, 2023 —
Digvir Jayas is the 2023 recipient of the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration in Manitoba.
June 30, 2023 —
Digvir Jayas is the 2023 recipient of the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration in Manitoba.
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Research and International News
Six-part Canada Research Chair Symposium concludes, showcasing groundbreaking researchers
June 26, 2023 —
Last week concluded the six-part Canada Research Chair (CRC) Symposium at UM.
June 26, 2023 —
Last week concluded the six-part Canada Research Chair (CRC) Symposium at UM.
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Alumni News
Celebrating a milestone
June 23, 2023 —
Two UM alumni reflect on their time at UM and why they are each planning a 60th reunion
Celebrating a milestone
June 23, 2023 —
Two UM alumni reflect on their time at UM and why they are each planning a 60th reunion
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Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
Manitoba Co-operator: Rainfall 101: a refresher on how it makes or breaks your crop
June 23, 2023 —
Revisiting the basics of how plants use that moisture top-up
June 23, 2023 —
Revisiting the basics of how plants use that moisture top-up
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Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
UM Agronomist-in-Residence to continue critical research on pulse and soybeans
June 22, 2023 —
Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers is pleased to announce the renewal of their partnership with the University of Manitoba to continue the applied research position.
June 22, 2023 —
Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers is pleased to announce the renewal of their partnership with the University of Manitoba to continue the applied research position.