Professor Jaswinder Singh selected for Mary E. Spencer award by the Canadian Society of Plant Biologists
The Canadian Society of Plant Biologists has selected Jaswinder Singh, Professor at McGill University's Department of Plant Science, to receive the 2025 Mary E. Spencer award, which recognizes outstanding plant biology research contributions and active public service engagement in the plant biology community.
IGA and Metro slow to comply with new price display law—comments from Pascal Thériault
In the IGA and Metro grocery stores visited this week by Le Journal de Montréal, the price per pound of discounted products appeared on signage, but the regular price per pound was still not indicated, contrary to a new regulation that came into effect on May 7 which requires that grocers to "indicate a single unit of measurement for all goods of the same type." Th
Macdonald Campus valedictorians Andre Hadji-Thomas and Jennifer McDonald reflect on their journeys
As McGill’s Class of 2025 prepares to cross the stage, the 10 valedictorians from Faculties across the University—including Andre Hadji-Thomas and Jennifer McDonald in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences—have been drafting their speeches and, in the process, reflecting on much more than their academic success.
Will the new Canadian Grocery Code of Conduct work?
Canada's grocery sector code of conduct will finally come into effect on June 1, after years of discussion.
The voluntary grocery code, which all major retailers have agreed to sign on to, aims to support smaller retailers by providing guidelines for fair negotiations with suppliers.
How peer learning improved agricultural technology adoption in Tanzania
As mobile phones proliferate across the developing world, digital delivery of agricultural advice is positioned to play a transformative role in increasing agricultural productivity and improving livelihoods for smallholder farmers. Meanwhile, evidence shows that peer-to-peer learning, at least in person, can successfully promote technology adoption.
New Pathy Fellow from McGill's Macdonald Campus will focus on sustainable farming with Élèves des champs
Two new McGill University graduates have won Pathy Fellowships, including one graduate from McGill's Macdonald Campus. The $50,000 award recognizes young leaders who have innovative approaches to creating change, enabling them to dedicate a year of their early career to a cause and community they are passionate about while engaging in hands-on and practical learning.
Quebec's Exceldor to be sold to Ontario company Sofina Foods—Pascal Thériault comments
The Quebec cooperative Exceldor, known for its chicken breasts, wings, and nuggets, has taken steps to sell its assets to the Ontario company Aliments Sofina.
For the sale to be completed, it must be approved by two-thirds of the cooperative's members and two-thirds of the investment shareholders, as well as the Canadian Competition Bureau.
Prof. Xin Zhao named Fellow of the American Dairy Science Association
Congratulations to Xin Zhao, Distinguished James McGill Professor in the Department of Animal Science at McGill University, on being named Fellow of the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA). The ADSA will present Professor Zhao with this prestigious award on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at their annual meeting in Louisville, Kentucky.
Exploring the power of research at the 2025 Lister Science Chats
On May 2, 2025, over 60 people gathered in the John Abbott College Library for the Lister Science Chats, where four Macdonald Campus graduate students presented their research and shared how past events as well as the discoveries, sometimes unintentional, and techniques of previous scientists made their work possible.
Climate science, community wellness, and career inspiration at the 2025 John Abbott Sustainability Through Science Symposium
On April 11, 2025, over 60 people gathered at the annual John Abbott Sustainability Through Science Symposium to hear how the research of three Macdonald Campus graduate students contributes to a more sustainable future. Honours and science students from John Abbott College, as well as members of McGill University's Macdonald Campus community, were inspired by short talks followed by a panel discussion on the students' university experience and their chosen career paths.
Provost honours 31 McGill professors for exceptional research achievements
McGill announces 2025 cohort of Distinguished James McGill Professors, James McGill Professors and William Dawson ScholarsHow artificial food dyes are regulated in Canada
Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced plans to phase out some food dyes, most of which remain allowed in Canada. CBC News spoke to experts about the safety of these dyes and how they are regulated in Canada.
Rising demand at food banks indicative of Canada's affordability crisis
Food banks across Canada set a new record for demand in 2024, with more than two million monthly visits—nearly double the rate seen five years prior, reports CBC News.
One reason for the spike in demand is the rising cost of food.
McGill has become a leader in cannabis science
The 4th Cannabis Scientific Symposium: From Plants to People, to be held May 5–6 at the RI-MUHC, brings together top researchers as well as investigators, policymakers and industrial stakeholders from across Canada and around the globe. Among the speakers are Allyn Howlett and Bruce Bugbee, two of the most influential scientists in cannabinoid and cannabis research.
Consumers are increasingly using boycotts, but do they actually work?
While there are plenty of examples to the contrary, the general academic consensus is that boycotts don’t work for a sustained period, as consumers eventually disengage and reprioritize brand loyalties or price.