Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News Archive
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Support staff awards presented in Agricultural and Food Sciences
July 11, 2024 —
Each year the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences calls for nominations of a support staff member or team who have made outstanding contributions in support of the teaching, research, service and outreach goals of the Faculty.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Meet the RBC Scholars
July 9, 2024 —
Learn more about the students working with Faculty researchers on low-emission agriculture and food systems research.
Research and International
UM grows partnerships for sustainable agriculture in Africa
July 8, 2024 —
UM has signed four new partnership agreements with institutions across the North African nation of Morocco.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Western Producer: Wet conditions stoke sclerotinia fears
July 3, 2024 —
Wet conditions stoke sclerotinia fears
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Bringing work-integrated learning into the classroom with Dr. Snehil Dua
July 2, 2024 —
The hot lunch project is one of many ways that Dr. Snehil Dua incorporates Experiential Learning (EL) into her teaching. She is always looking for ways to help her students be prepared for the dynamic demands of the food industry.
Research and International
UM-led research paves way for climate adaptive food systems for Indigenous and marginalized groups
June 21, 2024 —
A diverse team of researchers spanning six continents and more than ten countries has received funding from the Government of Canada to improve access to culturally significant foods for disadvantaged communities around the world.
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.