Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive

August 9, 2024 — 
Researchers from the University of Manitoba want to know about bug problems in stored grain.

August 6, 2024 — 
Kelsey Wog, a former University of Manitoba Bisons swimmer posted a time of 2:24.82 in her semi-final race at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She told the Winnipeg Free Press, would retire and continue to pursue her Master's Degree but did also want to give back to the sport in some way.

August 6, 2024 — 
David Lobb, a U of M soil scientist, has conducted field trials on moving topsoil to the tops of knolls at multiple sites in the northern Plains. The results were dramatic.

August 1, 2024 — 
Students gain additional background in this area and address the growing need for meat inspectors in Manitoba, especially in rural areas, the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences has developed a new course: Meat Inspection: Understanding and Enhancing Animal Harvesting Practices

July 31, 2024 — 
Research from the University of Manitoba aims to get a better handle on the problem of volunteer canola in soybeans.

July 30, 2024 — 
The idea for the vertical farm all started last March with a lettuce donation by a biosystem engineering Masters student at the University of Manitoba.

July 25, 2024 — 
Michael Eskin’s long career as a canola researcher has landed him a spot in the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame.

July 24, 2024 — 
Sobr Market rides non-alcoholic beverage wave

July 22, 2024 — 
Co-operative education programs at the University of Manitoba, like the one in the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, play a pivotal role in setting up students for success after graduation.

July 19, 2024 — 
The entomologist has been named professor emeritus, one of the UM's highest honours, for his distinguished service.