Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
UM food chemist selected for Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame
June 19, 2024 —
Dr. Michael Eskin, a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences at the University of Manitoba, will be inducted this November.
Research and International
UM Research to improve nutrition in Northern Manitoba receives new federal support
June 14, 2024 —
More than $4.4 million in project funding was announced today in support of 120 UM research proposals through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.
St. John's College
Scholarships changing the lives of students
June 12, 2024 —
St John's college scholarships and bursaries provide University of Manitoba students with academic excellence as they look to continue their studies and move their respective careers forward in various ways. This year, the college was proud to present $200,000 worth of scholarships to students from faculties including, Science, Arts, Engineering, Asper School of Business, Nursing, Health Sciences, Indigenous students, and University 1 students, to name a few.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
CBC News: Dr. Timi Ojo, Top 10 Future 40 under 40 Finalist
June 11, 2024 —
Dr. Timi Ojo was named one of CBC Manitoba's Top 10 Future 40 under 40 — a group of Manitobans giving back to make the province better for future generations.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Agricultural and Food Sciences grads celebrate at Spring Convocation 2024
June 6, 2024 —
The Class of 2024 includes Diploma in Agriculture, Bachelor of Science, MSc/MEng and PhD graduates.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Recognizing faculty excellence
June 6, 2024 —
On May 21, over 30 faculty were recognized for exceptional teaching, research and service at a reception held at Marshall McLuhan in UMSU University Centre.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
CBC Calgary: Average Alberta beef farmer making less than $50,000 after costs, says new report
June 5, 2024 —
Average Alberta beef farmer making less than $50,000 after costs, says new report
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Meet the Agricultural and Food Sciences Class of 2024
June 3, 2024 —
The UM convocation ceremony celebrating Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences graduates is Thursday, June 6. Meet some of the members of this year’s graduating class.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Cattle Country: Grazing practices can increase bee abundances- methods for maintaining bee populations
June 1, 2024 —
Insect populations across the globe are facing steep declines. Habitat loss by conversion of perennial pasture land to annual crop land, pesticides, and climate change have been identified as major drivers of these declines.
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Michael Eskin recognized for advancing science of oils and fats
May 31, 2024 —
Dr. Michael Eskin was recently celebrated by the AOCS (American Oil Chemists Society) with their AOCS Award of Merit, given to honour those who have actively demonstrated outstanding leadership and service to the Society through committee participation