Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive
Research and International
UM led research to advance agricultural innovation receives federal funding
March 13, 2024 —
UM researchers seek to address herbicide resistance in weeds that affect crop plant growth.
UM launches program to ignite research excellence and innovation
March 11, 2024 —
UM has launched a new program to support groundbreaking, high-risk, high-reward research that will help solve complex challenges at home and around the world.
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New annual lecture explores soil health and sustainability
March 6, 2024 —
The University of Manitoba's Department of Soil Science and Manitoba Habitat Conservancy (MHC) are pleased to present the inaugural Ted Poyser Lecture in Soil Health, featuring Dr. Melissa Arcand from the University of Saskatchewan.
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Canola Digest: Stronger canola plastics, enhanced canola fibre and more
March 5, 2024 —
Canola Digest: Stronger canola plastics, enhanced canola fibre and more
Research and International
SET Day welcomes 188 students from record-breaking 35 schools to UM research labs
February 26, 2024 —
On Wednesday February 21, 188 Manitoba high school students visited UM for Science Engineering and Technology (SET) Day.
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Agricultural and Food Sciences Endowment Fund call for proposals now open
February 26, 2024 —
The Endowment Fund Committee of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences is once again seeking proposals from students, alumni, academics and support staff of the Faculty for special projects requiring funding.
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The Western Producer: More ag investment urged
February 23, 2024 —
The Western Producer: More ag investment urged
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Winnipeg Free Press: Pulse industry receives $11 million injection from Ottawa
February 12, 2024 —
Pulse industry receives $11 million injection from Ottawa
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The Western Producer: The wild side of pollination
February 9, 2024 —
The wild side of pollination
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Grain News: Seeding rate may help manage flea beetle populations
February 7, 2024 —
Seeding rate may help manage flea beetle populations