entomology News Archive
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
The Manitoban: The hidden world of bees and wasps
October 11, 2024 —
U of M researcher discovers, describes and documents insect species.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Manitoba Co-operator: Farmers needed for grain bin bug study
August 9, 2024 —
Researchers from the University of Manitoba want to know about bug problems in stored grain.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Rob Currie named Professor Emeritus
July 19, 2024 —
The entomologist has been named professor emeritus, one of the UM's highest honours, for his distinguished service.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
CTV Saskatoon: Saskatoon exterminator says cockroaches live ‘everywhere you go’
April 17, 2024 —
Saskatoon exterminator says cockroaches live 'everywhere you go'
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
CTV Saskatchewan: How to stay tick-free this summer
April 11, 2024 —
How to stay tick-free this summer
Research and International
Insect Friends and Foes
April 4, 2024 —
On Wednesday April 24, 2024, join the UM Knowledge Exchange for an exploration of efforts to address the declining population of bees and other beneficial insects, along with recent advances in controlling pests like mosquitoes.
CBC Manitoba: Why insect-transmitted illnesses are emerging threats in Canada and beyond
September 11, 2023 —
Why insect-transmitted illnesses are emerging threats in Canada and beyond
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Winnipeg Free Press: Ticks that cause allergy to meat, dairy spotted in Manitoba
September 7, 2023 —
Ticks that cause allergy to meat, dairy spotted in Manitoba