CBC News: The National reports on four things to watch as birds migrate back north this spring. University of Guelph immunology professor Dr. Shayan Sharif spoke with the show about how the virus mutates and could spark a pandemic. "It can change its genetic structure in a matter of days," he says in the interview.
A new short online course for geared towards 13-17 year-olds will be available for free until the end of April on the University of Guelph's TheHorsePortal.ca.
Through the inaugural Infographics in Practice program, 14 University of Guelph undergraduate and graduate students showcased their infographic development skills on a range of agri-food and biodiversity topics.
University of Guelph graduate students heard first-hand what it takes to be successful in livestock careers during the University of Guelph Animal Biosciences Symposium, supported by the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance.
About 200 attendees heard from 28 graduate students who presented research results on diverse, industry-focused topics like the health and welfare of layer chickens, preventing boar taint, dairy cow feed efficiency and emissions, and lamb immune development. Most projects received funding through the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance.
The advent of sexed dairy semen has brought new options for Canadian dairy farmers. The best cows and heifers can be bred to ensure production of female calves, and older or lower-quality cows can be bred with beef semen to deliver a new revenue stream of crossbred calves. These “beef on dairy” calves are born on the dairy farm and raised as a beef animal for market.
Dr. Michael Steele believes there is much we need to learn about this new market segment.
We are better prepared than ever to meet another pandemic threat, according to Dr. Rozita Dara, researcher in the School of Computer Science in U of G's College of Engineering and Physical Sciences.
Not just because we have vaccines or treatments, although those are critical. But because we have something that can change the game entirely: artificial intelligence (AI).
Every year, Canadian dairy farmers turn over about one-third of the cows in their milking herd. Dr. Todd Duffield’s interest in cull cows – or “market” cows as he calls them – was sparked several years ago while working as a provincial veterinary inspector and visiting local auction marts in Ontario.
The University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Isabelle Aicklen as the new Ontario Bean Growers (OBG) Professor in Weed Management. She adds to OAC's world-class expertise in agriculture and weed science and will take an active role in driving innovation at the Ridgetown Campus.
The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV). This prestigious award highlights individuals who have provided exceptional service to the AASV and the swine veterinary profession.
Read the story: Dr. Terri O'Sullivan Honored with 2025 Meritorious Service Award | Ontario Veterinary College
The University of Guelph placed 201-300 worldwide in the rankings and tied for ninth among Canadian institutions. This is the first time U of G has been included in THE World Reputation Rankings.
Dr. Rene Van Acker, interim president and vice-chancellor, says inclusion in the ranking speaks to U of G’s rising reputation within the academic community.