Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
2026 Certificate of Merit call for nominations open
December 4, 2025 —
This annual award recognizes leadership with agriculture, agri-food and community organizations and outstanding service to the public at large.
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Manitoba Co-operator: How much nitrogen can farmers really cut?
November 26, 2025 —
Manitoba fertilizer trials search for the the sweet spot where farmers can cut nitrogen rates, with a nitrification inhibitor, without harm to yield
Research and International
Scientists map full oat genome, revealing new insights into sustainable agriculture
November 20, 2025 —
Oats are an essential part of a balanced diet thanks to their high fibre content and ability to help lower bad cholesterol and improve cardiac health. Now, UM researchers have contributed to a scientific breakthrough that could change how the crop is bred for the future.=
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CTV Your Morning: Peer support program for those with type 1 diabetes
November 19, 2025 —
Dr. Dylan MacKay, Assistant Professor, department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences discusses Diabetes Month and a new peer support program for adults living with type 1 diabetes.
Engineering excellence: Alumni making an impact
November 18, 2025 —
Three Biosystems Engineering graduates celebrated for influence on their profession
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Toronto Star: With regenerative potato production practices, soil knows its place
November 14, 2025 —
Linda Schott, chair of potato sustainability and a professor at the University of Manitoba, believes producers and indeed the whole potato sector is making progress on regenerative agriculture.
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Toronto Star: Soil is their baby. How farmers use regenerating practices to protect their crops and mimic nature
November 14, 2025 —
Like many farmers, Mowbray works with agricultural experts, advisors — and in his case, university researchers — to deal with such production challenges and unlock opportunities
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CBC: Baby formula recall in United States
November 13, 2025 —
Dr. Rick Holley, Distinguished Professor Emeritus Microbial ecology of food spoilage; meat, poultry, dairy; food safety in food sciences at University of Manitoba, speaks with Marcy about a recent baby formula recall and what parents can look out for.
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CBC’s Cross Country Checkup: Sticker Shock: Can Mark Carney Fix Canada’s Food Prices?
November 9, 2025 —
Dr. Ryan Cardwell, Professor of food and agricultural economics at the University of Manitoba, expressed skepticism about their ability to compete with existing retailers without significant government subsidies due to the already thin margins and economies of scale in the grocery industry.
Donor Relations
Investing in the next generation of agriculture and food sciences leaders
November 7, 2025 —
That connection between classroom learning and real-world experience lies at the heart of Manitoba Pork’s support. The organization has contributed over $2.2 million since 1989 to UM, supporting both research and community engagement.