Montreal drives for greener golf courses by banning most pesticides
Montreal will become the first jurisdiction in Canada to legislate and regulate on golf course pesticide use after a decision to ban most pesticides at golf courses across the city starting next year. Following a successful 2-year pilot project, the ban aims to encourage the use of low-toxicity alternatives to protect biodiversity and human health. Golf courses, which were previously exempt from certain pesticide restrictions, will face fines for non-compliance.
In conversation with Jamie Depolla, valedictorian for the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences ‘B’ ceremony
"The Mac Campus community is one of inclusivity, kindness and open-mindedness. I have felt loved, encouraged and pushed to do better every day."
How to reduce the ecological footprint of your plate without becoming vegan?
Are you having guests over for a barbecue at the end of the week? What will you put on the grill? Animal proteins, most likely. Even if we know the effects of red meat consumption on the environment and potentially on health, for many people it's inconceivable to go without.
McGill awards honorary doctorate to Marcel Groleau
By Myriam Laplante El Haïli, originally published in La terre de chez nous
On June 5, Marcel Groleau, former president of the Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA), was awarded McGill University's highest honor, an honorary doctorate. The distinction underlines the important legacy Mr. Groleau leaves to Quebec's agricultural sector.
Skills shortage could lead to food insecurity
A lack of scientists specialized in plant breeding could lead to ‘dire’ food security implications in Australia, and around the world, according to new research conducted across three continents.
Plant breeding is a multidisciplinary science that underpins the global production of food, animal feed, fuel and fibre.
$3.6 million in funding for genomic solutions in agriculture, bio-food, and environment
Génome Québec and the Fonds de recherche du Québec – secteur nature et technologies (FRQ), have announced the 15 research projects that have won major funding through the third round of the Genomics Integration Program – Agriculture and Biofood, Forestry and Environment, including two led by McGill University researchers in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. The total investment, including public and private partners, represents nearly $3.6 million.
Prof. Patrick Cortbaoui presents at Food as Medicine workshop at NDU Lebanon
Within its efforts to introduce and promote nutrition-sensitive agriculture in the educational sector, the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences (FNHS) and the Lifelong Learning Center (LLC) at Notre Dame University-Louaize (NDU) in Lebanon held an enriching workshop titled Food as Medicine. The informative event featured NDU President Father Bechara Khoury, FNHS Dean Dr.
In conversation with Anna Gleason, valedictorian for the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences ‘A’ ceremony
"McGill made me more comfortable with being myself and it gave me more confidence in both social and academic settings."
Bioresource Engineering Professor Grant Clark receives 2024 Macdonald Campus Award for Teaching Excellence
“Kind, approachable, compassionate, patient, respectful, enthusiastic.” These are just a few of the words used by students describing McGill University Bioresource Engineering Associate Professor Grant Clark, recipient of the 2024 Macdonald Campus Award for Teaching Excellence, awarded at the June 5 convocation ceremony.
FAES Professors awarded $2.95 million for climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies
Originally published in the McGill Reporter by Charlotte Bawol, Digital Communications & Event Administrator (Research and Innovation)
Government of Canada invests $6M in climate change adaptation and interdisciplinary research at McGill
Two McGill-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.
Marcel Groleau named Honorary Degree recipient in the Faculty of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences
Ten exceptional individuals will receive honorary degrees from McGill as part of Spring 2024 Convocation ceremonies. This year’s recipients represent a diverse array of leaders whose contributions span disciplines, industries, and continents.
Developing a healthier, more profitable food industry in Quebec
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 McGill University.
Animal Science postdoc wins Concours de vulgarisation de la recherche de l’Acfas
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.
Ottawa Valley Farm to Fork finds new revenue stream in growing field of agritourism
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, the Ottawa Business Journal writes.