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UM researchers uncover the health-boosting power of oat protein

April 22, 2025 — 
While including oats a balanced diet has long been recognized by Health Canada as a healthy food choice, thanks to the fibre content, the benefits of oat protein have been understudied - until now. New research suggests there’s even more to this grain. 

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People with tractors conduct research on drainage

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Grainews: Control drainage costly, but beneficial

April 22, 2025 — 
Tiling can improve soil conditions, accelerate warming, boost crop growth and reduce nutrient runoff.

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Solitary nesting bees, like this native leafcutter bee, will get better houses that will augment their numbers through a University of Manitoba open competition.

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

CBC Manitoba: Canadian honey farmers fear sting of China’s canola tariffs

April 21, 2025 — 
Tariffs could discourage planting of canola, a food source for bees

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Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

The Western Producer: Pulse flour research looks bright

April 15, 2025 — 
University of Manitoba researcher uses light source synchrotron to dissect best pulse flours for various food uses.

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Jackson Tachinski prepares to throw a pass

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Agribusiness student recognized for excellence on the football field

April 11, 2025 — 
Fourth year Agribusiness student Jackson Tachinski was named the Male Athlete of the Year at the University of Manitoba Bisons Brown and Gold awards banquet recently.

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A bowl and container of cooking ingredients sit on a counter

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Tasters needed for pulse flour sensory research study

April 10, 2025 — 
Volunteers sought for a sensory research study. Honorarium provided.

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Professor, Ryan Cardwell Department of Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

CBC Manitoba: Tariffs on Canadian goods having a ‘devastating effect,’ U.S. farmers say

April 7, 2025 — 
'We've become such enemies just because of this one man': South Dakota Farmers Union president

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Dr. Alistair Brown

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Analytical chemist explores contaminant impacts on water and soil quality

April 1, 2025 — 
Dr. Alistair Brown joined the Department of Soil Science as Manitoba Analytical Solutions (MASS) Lab Director and Assistant Professor.

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Students discuss the benefits of eggs

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Eating nutritiously on a budget the goal of Affordable Meals Campaign

March 28, 2025 — 
For many post-secondary students, affording nutritious meals is a challenge.

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A flax flower.

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Top Crop Manager: It’s time to consider functional rotations for flax

March 28, 2025 — 
A new research study looks at diverse flax-based rotations to improve weed control.

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