Join us on Thurs. Oct. 13 for the free event: Animal Biosciences Research Graduate Student Symposium
Come learn virtually or in person from graduate students about the latest advances in Animal Biosciences Research at the University of Guelph!
News
Dr. Shayan Sharif talks to Cottage Life about avian influenza outbreaks and poultry supply chains
Sharif, who is a professor in the Ontario Veterinary College, says it’s possible the outbreak could affect poultry supply chains, but it seems unlikely given the current pattern of transmission.
Read the full article: Canada-wide avian flu outbreaks cause wildlife centres to turn away some bird species
U of G chemist turns greenhouse gas into potential industrial gold
A U of G chemist has found a new way to turn methane into methanol, a discovery that may help stem global warming and create useful industrial products at the same time.
Read the full story on the U of G news site.
U of G partners with Human Colossus Foundation for better sharing of agri-food research data
Michelle Edwards, director of agri-food data strategy at U of G, and her colleague Carly Huitema, manager, agri-food data strategy, are the driving forces behind the agri-food data strategy team, which is working to develop the semantic engine that will underpin U of G’s new data strategy.
Province invests in U of G agri-food innovation
The Government of Ontario is investing $7.25 million in University of Guelph research to help advance a competitive and sustainable agri-food sector in Ontario and around the world.
WATCH: Inside the Precision Feed Facility
The Precision Feed Facility is the latest addition to a world-class platform at the Elora Research Station.
Look inside the facility and hear how it's making a difference to research at the Ontario Dairy Research Centre and the Ontario Beef Research Centre.
Ontario Crops Research Centre in New Liskeard provides insight on crops to help area producers
CTV Northern Ontario visited the site as part of its Fields to Forks video series. CTV spoke with research centre assistant technician Melinda Drummond, senior cropping systems technician Nathan Mountain and Department of Plant Agriculture professor Dr. Joshua Nasielski about how research studies on soil fertility, nutrient management, environmental impact and pest management benefit local farms.
Free virtual knowledge mobilization workshop -- Approaches to KMb with examples from U of G
Students, faculty and research staff will hear speakers discuss their strategies for engaging stakeholders, mobilizing knowledge and planning for impact.
Ontario Agricultural College Faculty Awards for 2022
Each year, the OAC Alumni Foundation presents the G.P. McRostie Faculty Award to a faculty member who plays a significant role in education and the OAC Alumni Association chooses three faculty members who have made outstanding contributions in teaching, research or extension. Congratulations to:
Dr. Cynthia Scott-Dupree, School of Environmental Sciences, recipient of the G.P. McRostie Faculty Award, which recognizes the importance of effective advising and mentoring by faculty who play a significant role in the education of OAC students.
U of G researchers aim to make ‘smart farming’ work for greater food security
Just as farmers work to protect their crops and livestock from pests and disease, technology providers, governments and farmers need to recognize potential risks associated with cyberattacks and data misuse that come with ever more pervasive “smart farming” technology, said Dr. Rozita Dara, a professor in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences.