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Affirming its place among the most impactful universities in the world, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has achieved high placements in prominent university rankings by subject areas.
A record-breaking $10.5 million was raised in TeleMiracle 50, thanks in part to contributions from students at the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Emily Sebastian honoured for academic achievement during Indigenous Achievement Week.
Gut health has been a popular topic in recent years. You may have heard from researchers diving into what makes our guts “leaky” or maybe you’ve come across the variety of resources designed to fortify our insides.
The College of Agriculture and Bioresources has launched two new awards to recruit and recognize Indigenous graduate students.
The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Austen Zentner (BSc’25) and Greta Mader Stevens (BSA’26) will soon head to Montreal as national finalists for the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill University.
The new Forest Resources Certificate meets the industry demand for graduates equipped with the field skills and knowledge to excel in a forestry-related position.
Black Fox Farm and Distillery, owned and operated by USask graduates John Cote (BSA’86) and Barb Stefanyshyn-Cote (BSA’87, MSc’94), has been honoured as Worldwide Whisky Producer of the Year
A PhD student, teaching assistant, and competitive weightlifter, Laura Carruthers (BSA’22) balances the heavy demands of graduate research and international competition
Effective soil management is crucial to resolving many environmental issues, including food and water shortages and climate change.
USask PhD student Rebecca Zanello is looking to better understand how producers manage business risk and make rangeland management decisions.
Meet USask alumna Jenna Sarich (BSc(AnBiosc)’19, MSc’23), an up-and-coming voice in Canadian beef research.
USask PhD student Alex Silvestrini explores ways to build more resilient lentil varieties.
Gift from Bob Mason (BSA’65) and Cora Greer (BA’70) will help the College of Agriculture and Bioresources grow.
When USask alumnus Colin Rosengren (BSA’97) co-founded Three Farmers, he brought a love of sustainable farming to the business.
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.
Students can complete the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate at the University of Saskatchewan Prince Albert campus.
Fan Yang’s thesis research focused on protecting barley from a common plant disease.
A tribute to peace, in the form of poppies grown from Flanders Fields-sourced seeds, will bloom in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources (AgBio) Atrium for Remembrance Day.
Jessica Davey is building transparency in the beef industry as a progressive livestock producer.
Students in the new Certificate in Introductory Agriculture program can study online or in-person at their own pace to learn about agriculture in the Canadian Prairie Region.
USask graduate Jackie Bantle (BEd’88, BSA’92) manages a state-of-the-art facility with 1,500 square feet of growing space.
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.
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Three University of Saskatchewan (USask) graduate students have received funding in recognition of their academic excellence, leadership skills, and innovative research potential.
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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.
Erica Ward is graduating with both a diploma and a certificate at USask Spring Convocation
Olaf Olson entered the University of Saskatchewan (USask) as a mature student.
Saskatchewan students pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture were awarded scholarships from the government.
USask Food Science MSc student and proud Filipino Canadian.
The Campus to Creation student garden made its inaugural debut at Gardenscape 2025.
Undergraduate students from the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, the School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS), and the College of Arts and Sciences will be presenting their capstone projects at the annual Sustainability Trade Show on April 1 in the Agriculture Building Atrium.
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.
A University of Saskatchewan (USask)-led business focused on plant-based products brings home this year’s coveted People’s Choice Award.
Kim Lebel honoured for academic excellence during Indigenous Achievement Week.
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.
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.
USask alumnus Dr. Tyson Buyer (BSA’12, DVM’16) started his business to help bring breeders together.
USask PhD student and Vanier Scholar Morgan Fleming is exploring how a component of plant-based foods might help you live longer.
USask graduate student research investigates canola meal as sustainable fish meal alternative.
For alumna Hillary Kyplain (BScRRM‘22), a conservation co-ordinator for Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, protecting the Muskeg is more than just a job.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has ranked in the top 100 universities in the world in four subject areas, according to a recent publication.
November 2024 marks 30 years of this one-of-a-kind distance education program developed specifically for the Prairies.
Damien Georges’ environmental science career started during his undergraduate degree.
Abby Tillotson’s thesis research focused on effective environmental enrichment for swine that benefits producers.
Two new micro-credentials at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) provide professionals the opportunity to gain knowledge in water management and irrigation agronomy.
Creating a high nutritional value diet that keeps beef cattle fed during challenging years is the focus of University of Saskatchewan (USask) research.
University of Saskatchewan (USask) graduates Shelby Newkirk and Julie Kozun had medal moments to last a lifetime on the final weekend of the Paris Paralympics.
Saskatoon-based businessperson Lester Lafond (Agric’74, BA’82), a member of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, studied agriculture and economics at the University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan graduate Alishia Beach (AGRN’18, BSc’20) is making a difference by serving on the Senate
USask graduates John Cote (BSA’86) and Barb Stefanyshyn-Cote (BSA’87, MSc’94) are attracting global attention with award-winning spirits produced at Black Fox Farm and Distillery
Every Paralympian has a story, with the few first chapters often dealing with the mental health challenges as well as the physical, after a life-changing incident.
Olivia Stewart (BSA’24), who received a Schulich Leader Scholarship in 2020, graduated from USask with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture degree (honours) during Spring Convocation in June 2024
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And why is this question important to producers in Canada and beyond? For World Milk Day on June 1, we get answers from a University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher.
Spring Convocation ceremonies will be held from June 3 – 7 at Merlis Belsher Place.
The United Nations has designated May 30 as the International Day of Potato to raise awareness of the potato as an invaluable food resource.
Morgan Fleming, a PhD student in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, is one of three USask graduate students to have received funding to support innovation in diverse fields of English literature, community air quality, and plant and nutrition genetics.
Fourteen students including Alex Hinz are graduating with the new certificate at USask Spring Convocation.
Jeremy Irvine, a MSc student at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Agriculture and Bioresources, is the recipient of the $20,000 Saskatchewan Lieutenant Governor Indigenous Scholarship.
Oralie George completed the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate while maintaining her professional career in Ontario.
Saskatchewan students pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture were awarded scholarships from the federal and provincial governments.
Telemiracle 48 earned more than $6.1 million, thanks in part to contributions from students at the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
The multi-faceted project involved experiential learning for local high school and University of Saskatchewan (USask) students.
Dr. Albert Ugochukwu’s (PhD) journey into the field of agricultural economics was driven by a passion for sustainable development, nurtured by various mentors during his doctoral studies at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Raising a healthy cattle herd involves providing healthy and abundant plants for cattle to eat, a process called forage production.
Earning the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) helped Melissa MacDonald grow into her position as Land Director for the Membertou First Nation.
USask graduate student Catherine Seidle adapts dairy-industry solution to discourage feed sorting by feedlot cattle.
Alumna Kaitlin Kelly (BScRRM’14, MSc‘16) says majoring in Resource Economics and Policy was one of the best decisions she’s made.
USask graduate student research looks at advanced technologies to analyze and map soil properties.
SaskBarley is proud to announce that the University of Saskatchewan’s Jenna Salmon, Ashlyn Mooney, Catherine Seidle, Suma Ghosh and Nathan Gyan have been selected as the recipients of the 2023/24 scholarship funds.
Warren McAuley’s thesis research focused on how the inclusion of faba beans within an intercrop can increase soil health indicators.
Tori Redman grew up in the Midwest suburbs of the United States but always knew she would attend her parents’ alma mater, the University of Saskatchewan.
Students can now enter the diplomas in the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy program directly from high school.
The AGRC 311 Northeastern Japan Horticulture Study Tour provides students with a once in a lifetime experiential, engaged learning opportunity.
Just like humans, plants need nutrients to survive and grow, and many of these nutrients are important compounds found in soil. A University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher is exploring how phosphorus, an important nutrient for humans and plants, reacts with mineral compounds and how these reactions can impact how well phosphorus is used in soil.
Saskatchewan summer views wouldn’t be complete without sunny yellow fields, but naturally, some canola produced can’t be used for human consumption.
Five graduate students in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have been awarded scholarships from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC).
Rory April and Talia Iwanchysko have been named the University of Saskatchewan (USask) 2023 recipients of the prestigious Schulich Leadership Scholarship.
Growing up on a cattle and grain farm in rural Manitoba allowed me to experience many different aspects of agriculture.
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For new graduate Matthew Robertson, the College of Agriculture and Bioresources offered an education that opened the door to career opportunities in both the natural resources and agriculture industries.
The blended learning model of the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate was the perfect fit for Angie Mose.
Cheese is a staple food in many Canadian households but recent increases in food prices has made it one of the more expensive items in your grocery cart.
Yikai Ren’s thesis research focused on low-glycemic pet food made with Saskatchewan pulse crops.
Today, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit awarded scholarships to students from across the province pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture.
Kaylie Krys is on a mission to bring accurate drone surveillance technology to the forefront of agriculture in Saskatchewan, starting right at home on her family farm and expanding into the province’s vast agricultural landscape.
It’s springtime on the Prairies, and with spring comes planting season, both in vast fields and small backyard gardens.
Graduate students at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will experience a one-of-a-kind training opportunity thanks to a new program that has received a $1.6 million grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).
As a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Indigenous Student Ambassador at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Morgan Fleming is creating opportunities for Indigenous students to engage in science.
Global skills and knowledge gained by students in experiential, engaged learning opportunity.
Jordan Shirley was honoured for his academic achievement during the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony on March 9.
Kira Mudrey was honoured for her academic achievement during the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony on March 9.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) Range Team continues to impress at the international Society for Range Management (SRM) competition.
Karina Lenko (BSA’22) grew up in Calgary, hearing stories about the University of Saskatchewan (USask) campus from her mother. She is a third generation USask graduate after her mother, Brenda Kurtz Lenko (BE’86), and her grandfather, Victor Lenko (BSPh’60, BA’70).
