��ϲ�� University News - Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

More and bigger spiders noticeable in Montreal this fall, says Prof. Chris Buddle

webfull — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 18:16:40 +0000

As spooky decorations go up around Montreal this October, real spiders are also becoming more prevalent.

Entomologist Chris Buddle, ��ϲ�� University's Associate Provost (Teaching and Academic Programs) and Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Sciences, told CTV News that spiders become bigger than normal and are seen more often as winter approaches.

Published: 15 October 2024

Genetic tweaks can make oats more nutritious, increase shelf life

webfull — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:03:42 +0000

A recent study from ��ϲ�� University proposes a way to enhance the nutritional value of oats by increasing their content of oleic acid, a type of healthy fat known for its cardiovascular heart benefits and potential to lower diabetes.

The findings also suggest this modification could improve their oxidative stability, making oat-based products, such as oat milk, less likely to spoil.

Published: 10 October 2024

Migrating seabirds are bringing forever chemicals into the Arctic

webfull — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 17:18:45 +0000

New research from ��ϲ�� graduate shows how toxic chemicals hitch a ride with seabirds flying from southern latitudes to the Arctic

Between March and May each year, 15 million black-legged kittiwakes gather from across the North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans to nest and breed on rocky Arctic cliffs—some making the journey from as far as Florida or North Africa.

Published: 9 October 2024

��ϲ�� Bioresource Engineering student awarded Environmental Research & Education Foundation scholarship

webfull — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 17:03:47 +0000

Congratulations to ��ϲ�� Department of Bioresource Engineering Master's student Sadie MacDonald, who has been named the 2024 Detachable Container Association Scholar by the Environmental Research and Education Foundation! MacDonald is researching the carbon footprint and other environmental impacts of Montreal’s organic waste management systems. This research can help inform policy decisions with regards to environmental sustainability.

Published: 9 October 2024

Magic Mud Pots win a top award for Food Science students at Chicago food expo

webfull — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:15:27 +0000

��ϲ�� earned its second consecutive victory in the Smart Snacks for Kids category

By Stephanie Wereley for the ��ϲ�� Reporter

��ϲ�� Food Science students won first prize in the Smart Snacks for Kids category at the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) annual expo in Chicago for their interactive pudding snack, Magic Mud Pots.

It was ��ϲ��’s second consecutive victory in that category.

Published: 24 September 2024

��ϲ�� researchers awarded $5.5 million in CFI funding

webfull — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 13:55:28 +0000

Twenty ��ϲ�� researchers have received infrastructure awards from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to support their innovative projects, for a total federal investment of $5.5 million.

These grants will be matched by the Quebec government, doubling their value.

Published: 18 September 2024

Saturday night sushi comes from the grocery store: Pascal Thériault comments

webfull — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:44:16 +0000

As consumers increasingly opt for ready-to-eat meals rather than going to restaurants, restaurants like Au pied de cochon are responding by expanding their grocery offerings.

Published: 17 September 2024

The hidden climate cost: Food loss, waste, and greenhouse gas emissions

webfull — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:20:36 +0000

Professor Gordon Price from Dalhousie University and Professor Grant Clark from ��ϲ�� University's Department of Bioresource Engineering study the hidden climate change costs of food loss and waste in Canada. In a new article for Open Access Government, they highlight the need for greater cooperation and data sharing.

Published: 17 September 2024

The little-known—and threatened—orcas of the North Atlantic

webfull — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:01:15 +0000

Anaïs Remili, PhD(AgEnvSc)'23, an ecotoxicologist and postdoctoral researcher, tracks contaminants that threaten the health of North Atlantic orcas. While Pacific orca populations are well studied, little is known about those that swim off the Canadian and European east coasts, and they are less protected.

Published: 10 September 2024

Trying to protect agriculture and preserve antibiotics—interview with Prof. Jennifer Ronholm

webfull — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 20:26:47 +0000

A major issue associated with antimicrobial resistance is the overuse and potential misuse of antibiotics in agriculture.

Published: 9 September 2024

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