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With planet’s future on the line, scientists seek a full accounting of nature’s assets

Published: 26 April 2021

'Eco-accounting' project aims to produce a comprehensive tally of our natural landscapes, to better aid decision-making around land management...

Rural Alaskans struggle to access and afford water

Published: 31 March 2021

Water scarcity in rural Alaska is not a new problem, but the situation is getting worse with climate change. Lasting solutions must encourage the use of alternative water supplies like rainwater...

Narwal tusks reveal mercury exposure related to climate change

Published: 31 March 2021

“Our research shows that climate change is having substantial impacts on Arctic ecosystems, with consequences for exposure to toxic pollutants like mercury,†says co-author Jean-Pierre Desforges, a...

Water: Preserving a precious commodity

Published: 31 March 2021

To mark World Water Day (March 22), Bioresource Engineering Professor Chandra Madramootoo a member of the steering committee of the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture – expands on...

Growing that bright red berry

Published: 31 March 2021

Bieler Cranberries Inc. is the largest single-site cranberry farm in Canada producing up to 40 million pounds of fruit a year, and its founder and president Marc Bieler is recognized as Canada’s...

John Abbott Sustainability Through Science Symposium

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 17:00to18:00

Come learn about how melting sea ice is impacting polar bear gut microbiomes and how to help hydroponics overcome their water waste problem!  /macdonaldCategory: Faculty of Agricultural and...

A Road Map for Greater Food Security and Autonomy

Wednesday, March 31, 2021 12:00to13:00

Join us for the first event of the ‘Providing solutions to global challenges’ conference series. A ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ Bicentennial Event....

Le marketing des aliments locaux

Published: 25 March 2021

“Il faudrait que l’engouement pour les produits locaux, pour les produits du terroir et pour ce qui est fabriqué au Québec demeure, même une fois cette pandémie terminée. Tous ces bons réflexes qu...

Valérie Orsat wins ‘Engineering and Physical Sciences’ Suffrage Science award

Published: 12 March 2021

Bioresource engineering prof cited for research excellence and role as mentor for women entering the field

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