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“Kind, approachable, compassionate, patient, respectful, enthusiastic.” These are just a few of the words used by students describing۲ݮƵ University Bioresource EngineeringAssociate Professor Grant Clark, recipient of the 2024 Macdonald Campus Award for Teaching Excellence, awarded at the June 5 convocation ceremony.

Classified as: Grant Clark
Published on: 6 Jun 2024

Two ۲ݮƵ-led climate change mitigation projects receive funding from the New Frontiers in Research Fund’s (NFRF) International Joint Initiative for Research in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Competition. Thirteen researchers receive grants through the NFRF Exploration Competition.

Classified as: climate change, whales, food security, coastal, community
Published on: 5 Jun 2024

from ۲ݮƵ as part of Spring 2024 Convocation ceremonies. This year’s recipients represent a diverse array of leaders whose contributions span disciplines, industries, and continents.

Classified as: honorary doctorates, Convocations
Published on: 23 May 2024

As the cost of living continues to rise, our need for affordable, local, and nutritious foods has never been greater. Quebec’s food producers want to meet that demand — but how can they innovate and stay competitive in a challenging economy?

Finding answers is the mission of the Consortium for Research, Innovation and the Transformation of Agri-food (Consortium RITA) at ۲ݮƵ University.

Classified as: consortium RITA, Salwa Karboune
Published on: 16 May 2024

Since 1993, l'Association francophone pour le savoir (Acfas)has been inviting up-and-coming scientists to popularize their research through an annual competition.

Open to master's, doctoral and post-doctoral students from all Canadian universities, the competition encourages the production of texts, audio and video files, and comic strips that shed light on subjects from all disciplines.

Classified as: Elsa Vasseur
Published on: 15 May 2024

What started as a Mac alum and her husband's humble vegetable garden has grown into an Ottawa Valley agri-tourism destination offering everything from accommodation and dining to education and tours,

In April, Ottawa Valley Farm to Fork received the new tourism product award from the Ottawa Valley Tourism Association for the farm’s focus on agri-tourism, including its farm-to-table dining events.

Published on: 15 May 2024

Dairy producers know that the slightest change in the behavior of cows can give an indication of their state of health. But since they can't be everywhere at once, artificial intelligence could help improve and extend the lives of their livestock. In ۲ݮƵ University's Macdonald Campus farm, researchers are developing tools to detect problems before they occur.

Classified as: Elsa Vasseur
Published on: 14 May 2024

Wild turkey sightings are on the rise in Montreal.

David Bird, emeritus professor of wildlife biology in ۲ݮƵ's Department of Natural Resource Sciences, that warmer temperatures have influenced the habits of more than just wild turkey populations.

“All these birds that are not normally found in cold, cold regions are now moving north because of climate warming,” he said.

Classified as: David Bird
Published on: 9 May 2024

From left to right: Roseann O’Reilly Runte (Director of CFI, Government of Canada), Hugo Dionne (Québec government representative), Marie-Claude Bibeau (Minister of National Revenue and MP for Compton—Stanstead), Peter Moffett (Director of CORSÈVE), Sébastien Roy (Professor of Biology, Université de Sherbrooke), Anja Geitmann (Dean of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, ۲ݮƵ), Carole Beaulieu (Dean of Science, Université de Sherbrooke), Pierre Cossette (Rector, Université de Sherbrooke), Catherine Latendresse (Head of Communications, METRO).

Classified as: Anja Geitmann
Published on: 6 May 2024

In an age of abundance and variety in food options, are Canadians eating better than they were half a century ago? According to by researchers at ۲ݮƵ University and the International Food Policy Research Institute, those relying on Canada’s food supply for their dietary needs not only face deficiencies in healthier alternatives, but they also contribute to the disproportionate levels of environmental degradation caused by Canadian agricultural and food distribution policies.

Classified as: mcgill research, Department of Bioresource engineering, Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Vincent Abe-Inge, food supply chain, food sustainability, Sustainability
Published on: 6 May 2024

Generations of Bioresource Engineering students have participated in the BREE 495 capstone design course. What innovative ideas did this year’s students come up with?

BREE students pose with their award winning substrate

Classified as: Chandra Madramootoo, Grant Clark
Published on: 2 May 2024

Pictured above:Greenhouse production of sunflower microgreens in biodegradable containers.

By David Wees, agr., Faculty Lecturer, Farm Management & Technology Program and Dept. of Plant Science, FAES

Ah, spring: that time of year when farmers and gardeners can’t wait to plant. Even apartment dwellers want to see some green, but with most of the world’s population now living in urban areas, space to grow may be limited.

Classified as: david wees
Published on: 2 May 2024

Pictured (from left to right): ۲ݮƵ/Mac representatives Ingrid Chiraz and Andrew Churchill; grad students: Jasmine Muszik, Mehtab Singh, Aylish Marshall; JAC representatives Sean Hughes and Karim Jaffer

By Kathy MacLean

In the dynamic landscape of scientific inquiry, effective communication is not merely an option; it's a necessity. Bridging the gap between complex research and broader audiences fosters understanding, sparks curiosity, and drives positive change.

Classified as: Jaswinder Singh, Jessica Head, Elsa Vasseur, Lister Family Engaged Science Initiative, Office of Student Academic Services (OSAS), John Abbott College
Published on: 2 May 2024

Now that our senior leaders have had a few months to settle into their new positions, find out what’s been happening on campus.

By Professor Anja Geitmann and Acting DeanValérie Orsat

Classified as: Anja Geitmann, Valerie Orsat
Published on: 2 May 2024

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