Celebrating World Soil Day: Q & A with USask’s Dr. Chantel Chizen
Effective soil management is crucial to resolving many environmental issues, including food and water shortages and climate change.
The value in managing risk in the cattle industry
USask PhD student Rebecca Zanello is looking to better understand how producers manage business risk and make rangeland management decisions.
“Be prepared for big things” from the Nutrien Centre for Sustainable and Digital Agriculture
New collaborative hub is now being created in USask’s College of Agriculture and Bioresources.
Building better lentil varieties at USask
USask PhD student Alex Silvestrini explores ways to build more resilient lentil varieties.
Changing the future of food
USask’s Department of Food and Bioproduct Sciences taps into the potential of fermentation, protein extraction, and ingredient development.
Shaping the next generation of lentils and faba beans
Dr. Ana Vargas (PhD) is bringing fresh energy and perspectives to the development of some of Saskatchewan’s most important pulse crops.
Cultivating global connections
Dr. Karen Tanino (PhD) is growing more than just resilient plants—she’s cultivating global partnerships that are transforming agricultural research and education.
Innovation in non-ruminant nutrition for a healthier future
USask’s Dr. Deborah Adewole (PhD) looks to make non-ruminant animal production more sustainable through cost-effective and nutritional alternative feed ingredients.
USask insect identification app takes top prize at Opus Innovation Expo
University of Saskatchewan (USask) graduate students are putting crop protection technology in the hands of producers with an AI-powered, sustainable pest management platform for smart phones.
Better crop resilience through genetic diversity
Wheat – a vital food crop that feeds billions of people worldwide – plays an important role in food security. Estimates place global wheat production at nearly 800 million tonnes this year, volumes that can be achieved, in large part, due to targeted breeding of high-yielding cultivars.
Signature Series research podcast: How plants beat the winter, with Dr. Karen Tanino
Canada is a cold place, but that doesn’t stop us from growing plants in our homes and gardens. And every year, many of those plants pop back up in the spring or shake off the snow and ice to thrive again.
USask graduate investigates gene to improve the health of barley
Fan Yang’s thesis research focused on protecting barley from a common plant disease.
Five things to know about brÜSask
A unique collaboration at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is showcasing how leading-edge research can make real-world impact.
Signature Series research podcast: The future of wildfires with Dr. Colin Laroque
Dr. Colin Laroque (PhD) listens to what the trees tell him.
USask researcher honoured with top pulse crop award
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher Dr. Tom Warkentin (PhD) has been awarded the Canadian Pulse and Special Crops Trade Association (CPSC) Industry Appreciation Award for his significant contribution to Canada’s pulse and special crops industry.
USask research explores the science of the bovine gut
As USask spotlights Saskatchewan Agriculture Week in October, we profile researchers uncovering surprising findings from comparing heifers’ digestion behaviours.
CBRC commits $1.8 million to CDC barley breeding activities
The Canadian Barley Research Coalition (CBRC) announced today it will provide $1.8 million in funding over three years to the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Crop Development Centre (CDC), to extend the core breeding agreement and support the development of varieties with improved agronomics, disease resistance and end-use quality.
Four USask researchers recognized by Royal Society of Canada
Four University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have been recognized with one of Canada’s highest academic honours for invaluable contributions in their fields. Dr. Dwight Newman (DPhil) and Dr. Leon Kochian (PhD) have been named Royal Society of Canada (RSC) Fellows, and Dr. Steven Rayan (PhD) and Dr. Allyson Stevenson (PhD) have both been named College Members of the RSC.
Take 5: Five things to know about the Agriculture Greenhouses
USask graduate Jackie Bantle (BEd’88, BSA’92) manages a state-of-the-art facility with 1,500 square feet of growing space.
Young Innovators: USask researchers giving canola producers never-before-seen insight into their crops
Golden fields of canola flourishing against a bright blue sky might just be the quintessential image of a Saskatchewan summer. With 12 million acres of canola grown across the province every year, the crop’s delicate yellow flowers are a common and beautiful sight on any given Prairie highway.
Moose on the loose: Five facts about urban wildlife around Saskatoon
Have you ever seen a moose in-person?
USask appoints Sask Wheat research chair to accelerate crop variety development
Dr. Valentyna Klymiuk (PhD) has been appointed as the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) Applied Genomics and Pre-breeding Chair at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), supporting the development of productive, climate-smart crop varieties.
Three USask students recognized nationally with Vanier scholarships
Three University of Saskatchewan (USask) graduate students have received funding in recognition of their academic excellence, leadership skills, and innovative research potential.
Five must-do activities with the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at Ag in Motion
Discover the latest research and hands-on learning experiences!
Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Invest $3.4 Million to Support Usask's Integrated Genomics for Sustainable Animal Agriculture and Environmental Stewardship Project
Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Heath MacDonald and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison have announced $3.4 million over four years to support the development of two new facilities at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
USask researchers discover genes that protect wheat from disease
Bacteria, viruses and fungi are masters at evolving new strategies to infiltrate plants and cause disease that harm crops.
Nitrogen’s role in food systems
Envision change as a ripple effect, reverberating outwards to affect various interconnected domains. The impact can be substantial, especially if the starting point is a central element like nitrogen, where a shift in practices can lead to benefits across multiple areas, suggests University of Saskatchewan researcher Kate Congreves.
USask graduate explores economics of Canadian wheat genetic improvement
Lampros Nikolaos Maros’ thesis research focused on farmers’ adoption of wheat varieties and the economics of wheat varietal development, which affects long-term food security.
New USask infrastructure to bolster agricultural research
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has received $11.8 million in funding for two new facilities that will provide critical workspace for crop and soil science research and teaching.
Asian Heritage Month: From the Philippines to Saskatoon, USask plant scientist grows connections
College of Agriculture and Bioresources researcher celebrates 30 years at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
USask data-driven anthropology research project receives international acclaim
As modern development spreads across Canada, First Nations in the Peace River region of British Columbia and Alberta require unbiased, data-driven research to maintain their Treaty-protected cultural and economic traditions.
Cutting-edge USask chickpea research thrives through cold temperatures
Amid the snow and the slush of frigid Saskatchewan winters, one place on the University of Saskatchewan (USask) campus always remains warm and green: the greenhouses.
Exploring the intersection of climate change, water security and gender equity
USask professor and researcher Dr. Sabine Liebenehm (PhD) makes international connections to find solutions to complex, interrelated problems.
USask makes top 100 in two subjects in world university rankings
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has established itself among the best universities in the world and has been ranked in the top 100 worldwide in two subject areas.
USask graduate student’s startup wins big at Opus Innovation Expo
A University of Saskatchewan (USask)-led business focused on plant-based products brings home this year’s coveted People’s Choice Award.
USask researcher imagines a greener future with sustainable fertilizers
To feed the growing global population, crop producers need to first feed the plants that are the foundation of our food supply.
USask student strives for wildlife conservation that upholds Indigenous voices
Kim Lebel honoured for academic excellence during Indigenous Achievement Week.
USask industry chair to advance forage research
In a move to strengthen research into crucial livestock production systems, Dr. Flavia van Cleef (PhD) has been appointed as the new Beef Industry Integrated Forage Management and Utilization (IFMU) Chair at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Young Innovators: USask researchers ‘dig deep’ to address heavy metal contamination in Canada’s boreal forest
The open expanse of Saskatchewan’s Prairie landscape quietly recedes into a thick band of spruce, pine and fir trees only a few hours’ drive north of the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) campus. Stretching for more than 400,000 km2, the province’s boreal forest is just a snapshot of a large network of trees and hardy plants that reach across the entire country.
USask College of Agriculture and Bioresources research receives $8-million boost
Researchers in the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Agriculture and Bioresources have received more than $5.1 million from Saskatchewan’s Agriculture Development Fund (ADF) and more than $2.9 million from industry co-funders for crop and livestock research.
Celebrating women in science: A look inside the labs of USask researchers
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated annually on February 11 and promotes gender equality in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). For this year, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is celebrating researchers who are making great advancements in their field and forging a path for the next generation of scientists.
USask graduate student getting to the root of chickpeas
As the United Nations prepares to celebrate World Pulses Day on Feb. 10, USask international graduate student Ifedolapo Adebara is investigating the variability of the often-understudied pulse crop’s roots, and whether its special fungus resistance could improve pea and lentil yields.
New USask crop research chair receives Sask Wheat support
The Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) has committed $6.5 million to support the establishment of the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission Applied Genomics and Pre-breeding Chair at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Collaborative USask research exploring yeast genetics for better chicken feed
A team of multidisciplinary University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers has hatched an innovative project to improve the health of chickens by upgrading the feed that they eat.
Diverse USask livestock research projects receive government support
Livestock and forage research at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) takes a variety of forms, and new government and industry funding will help support cutting-edge livestock research across campus.
CWRC commits $11.8 million to USask Crop Development Centre
The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) has committed $11.8 million over the next five years to a core breeding agreement (CBA) with the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Crop Development Centre (CDC).
USask explores innovative soil carbon mapping research
When it comes to crop production, soil is vital for plant health, nutrient supply and water retention. Today, two soil science projects dedicated to the future of mapping carbon levels in Saskatchewan soil have received support from a major government fund, allowing researchers to create a better roadmap of soil health for the province’s producers.
USask crop research projects receive lion’s share of ADF funding
Twenty-three crop and cropland-focused research projects at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have received $4.18 million in support from the provincial government through the Agriculture Development Fund (ADF).