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Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar - Thursday, March 16, 2017
by Christy Doyle 14 Mar '17

14 Mar '17

On Thursday, March 16, 2017, the Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar will be: "A View From Inside Private Industry" Presented by: Mr. Chad Koscielny Plant Breeder, Canola Pioneer At 3:30 p.m. in the Carolyn Sifton Lecture Theatre, Room 130, Agriculture Building. A Poster is attached. Coffee at 3:00 p.m. in the Atrium Everyone Welcome!!

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Cultivating Sustainability
by Martha Blouw 10 Mar '17

10 Mar '17

Be Herd: Where do YOU stand in cultivating Sustainability, Mon. Mar 20, 2:30‐5:30, 130 Agriculture Students ‐ Have YOUR Say about YOUR Education  Shape future learning opportunities in environmentally, socially and economically sustainable agriculture in your Faculty.  What can we do in 1, 2 or 5 years to better prepare graduates like you to be sustainability champions and practitioners in their future careers in agriculture? Sustainability in PRACTICE ‐ Hear from PRODUCERS Walking the Talk  How are three prominent past UofM Aggies applying sustainable production practices on their farms and in their off‐farm pursuits?  Hindsight 20:20. Based on what they know now, what skills and experiences in the realm of sustainability do they think are necessary for today’s graduates? Adam Gurr is a no‐till grain farmer and on‐farm researcher. He also operates Agritruth Research Inc., an independent agronomic research company. Follow @GurrAdam and @Agritruth Kristine Tapley raises beef cattle and is the regional beef production specialist with Ducks Unlimited Canada. Kristine has stated “conservation matters as much as cattle”. Ryan Boyd is a self‐described “family farmer growing grain, grass and soil” practicing crop‐livestock integration. Follow @Glantonboyd Registration is free and includes refreshments. Deadline: March 13. Email Christine.Rawluk(a)umanitoba.ca to reserve your spot.

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Job Opportunity
by Martha Blouw 10 Mar '17

10 Mar '17

Assistant Professor, Agronomy, Dept of Plant Sci and Landscape Architecture, University of Maryland The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture invites applications for a 12‐ month tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Agronomy with a 60% University of Maryland Extension and 40% Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station Research appointment with the focus on production of agronomic crops. The candidate will be an individual who has extensive training in agronomic crop production, nutrient management of cropping systems, and statistical analyses of crop performance data. The candidate's research program should focus on practical solutions to production issues facing the major crops grown in Maryland, while improving the provisioning of ecosystem services. Candidates who have experience working with a range of faculty, staff, constituents and organizations and who have interest/experience in developing programs that serve diverse populations are encouraged to apply. For more information and to apply, please see: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/49730.

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FW: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba
by Martha Blouw 09 Mar '17

09 Mar '17

From: Iman Yahyaie [mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca] Sent: March-08-17 5:26 PM To: Martin Scanlon; Research Agriculture Subject: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba Importance: High Good afternoon Martin, Hope all is well. Our Step team has asked me to share this info about two upcoming workshops that are happening here at U of M. These workshops, as with all Mitacs Step workshops, are free for both graduate students and postdoctoral fellows (however, the preauthorization of a valid credit card is required as part of the registration process). I really appreciate it if you kindly share these with Agriculture students/postdocs and encourage them to register ASAP, as space is limited and they'll fill up fairly quickly. The two workshops are: * Discovering the Entrenpreneur Within - March 16, 2017 Discovering the Entrepreneur Within has participants analyze successful entrepreneurial ventures and identify what it took for those entrepreneurs to reach their goals. Using an interactive, team-based approach, this full-day workshop builds awareness of the current Canadian entrepreneurial landscape and resources available to those looking to start their own business. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/discovering-entrepreneur-within-… * Essentials of Productive Teams - March 20, 2017 More than ever, organizational success depends on people working together - effectively. The pressure to communicate productively, quickly turn ideas into profitable action and consistently deliver results never decreases. Using team simulation exercises, participants work from a clear understanding of personal strengths and an appreciation of the differences in others will be the foundation of success in the future. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/essentials-productive-teams-winn… Thank you, Iman Mitacs is now accepting proposals for the following programs & initiatives: * Mitacs is now accepting applications for staudent research travel opportunities to Brazil, China, France, India, Korea, Mexico and Tunisia! Visit our webpage<http://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/globalink/globalink-research-award?utm_sou…> or contact us<mailto:international@mitacs.ca> to learn more. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2017 (5 pm PST). * Faculty & postdoctoral fellows in all disciplines: Canadian Science Policy Fellowship<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/canadian-science-policy-fellowship> offers a 12-month immersion into the policy-making process. Review and select the projects<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/list> submitted by the host government departments and submit your applications<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/apply> by March 14, 2017 (5 pm PST). | Iman Yahyaie, PhD | Director, Business Development | Mitacs | C: (204) 599 9434 | E: iyahyaie(a)mitacs.ca<mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca> | Twitter : @Iman_Mitacs<https://twitter.com/Iman_Mitacs> | W: www.mitacs.ca<http://www.mitacs.ca/> | O: A250, Agricultural Engineering Building, 96 Dafoe Rd, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, R3T 5V6 | Sign up<http://www.mitacs.ca/mitacs-news-signup> to receive Mitacs news! | Connect with us! Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/mitacs>, Twitter<https://twitter.com/MitacsCanada>, LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Mitacs-Official-3863606/about?trk=anet_ug_gr…> Inspiring innovation Confidentiality Warning: This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the intended recipient(s), are confidential, and may be privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, retransmission, conversion to hard copy, copying, circulation or other use of this message and any attachments is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail, and delete this message and any attachments from your system. Thank you.

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FW: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba for Graduate Student and Post Doctoral Fellows
by Bev Godard 09 Mar '17

09 Mar '17

From: Heather Wiebe Sent: March-09-17 2:10 PM To: James House; Paul Bullock; Fouad Daayf; Danny Mann; Robert Currie; Martin Nyachoti; Derek Brewin Cc: Chantal Bassett; Pam Gauthier; Lynda Closson; Bev Godard; Martha Blouw; Heather Innis; Kathy Graham; Research Agriculture; Surinder Kamboz; Jennifer McLaren Subject: FW: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba Importance: High Good afternoon, Please circulate the two Mitacs workshop announcements below to graduate students and postdocs in your departments. Note that space is limited and they will fill up fairly quickly. Thank you, Heather on behalf of Martin Scanlon, Associate Dean (Research) Heather Wiebe Confidential Secretary to the Associate Deans Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences Ph: 204-474-6029 From: Iman Yahyaie [mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca] Sent: March-08-17 5:26 PM To: Martin Scanlon; Research Agriculture Subject: Free Mitacs Step workshops at U of Manitoba Importance: High Good afternoon Martin, Hope all is well. Our Step team has asked me to share this info about two upcoming workshops that are happening here at U of M. These workshops, as with all Mitacs Step workshops, are free for both graduate students and postdoctoral fellows (however, the preauthorization of a valid credit card is required as part of the registration process). I really appreciate it if you kindly share these with Agriculture students/postdocs and encourage them to register ASAP, as space is limited and they'll fill up fairly quickly. The two workshops are: * Discovering the Entrenpreneur Within - March 16, 2017 Discovering the Entrepreneur Within has participants analyze successful entrepreneurial ventures and identify what it took for those entrepreneurs to reach their goals. Using an interactive, team-based approach, this full-day workshop builds awareness of the current Canadian entrepreneurial landscape and resources available to those looking to start their own business. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/discovering-entrepreneur-within-… * Essentials of Productive Teams - March 20, 2017 More than ever, organizational success depends on people working together - effectively. The pressure to communicate productively, quickly turn ideas into profitable action and consistently deliver results never decreases. Using team simulation exercises, participants work from a clear understanding of personal strengths and an appreciation of the differences in others will be the foundation of success in the future. https://step.mitacs.ca/en/workshop/2017/03/essentials-productive-teams-winn… Thank you, Iman Mitacs is now accepting proposals for the following programs & initiatives: * Mitacs is now accepting applications for staudent research travel opportunities to Brazil, China, France, India, Korea, Mexico and Tunisia! Visit our webpage<http://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/globalink/globalink-research-award?utm_sou…> or contact us<mailto:international@mitacs.ca> to learn more. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2017 (5 pm PST). * Faculty & postdoctoral fellows in all disciplines: Canadian Science Policy Fellowship<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/canadian-science-policy-fellowship> offers a 12-month immersion into the policy-making process. Review and select the projects<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/list> submitted by the host government departments and submit your applications<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/policy-fellowship/apply> by March 14, 2017 (5 pm PST). | Iman Yahyaie, PhD | Director, Business Development | Mitacs | C: (204) 599 9434 | E: iyahyaie(a)mitacs.ca<mailto:iyahyaie@mitacs.ca> | Twitter : @Iman_Mitacs<https://twitter.com/Iman_Mitacs> | W: www.mitacs.ca<http://www.mitacs.ca/> | O: A250, Agricultural Engineering Building, 96 Dafoe Rd, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, R3T 5V6 | Sign up<http://www.mitacs.ca/mitacs-news-signup> to receive Mitacs news! | Connect with us! Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/mitacs>, Twitter<https://twitter.com/MitacsCanada>, LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Mitacs-Official-3863606/about?trk=anet_ug_gr…> Inspiring innovation Confidentiality Warning: This message and any attachments are intended only for the use of the intended recipient(s), are confidential, and may be privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, retransmission, conversion to hard copy, copying, circulation or other use of this message and any attachments is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail, and delete this message and any attachments from your system. Thank you.

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REMINDER: International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS)
by Martha Blouw 08 Mar '17

08 Mar '17

REMINDER: If you are an international student in a PhD program and paying tuition fees, make sure you apply. From: Martha Blouw Sent: January-19-17 1:50 PM To: soils-grads(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:soils-grads@lists.umanitoba.ca> Subject: International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) A scholarship to pay for the international student differential fee amount: INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP (IGSS) $2,700 to $5,400 (approximately - subject to change) - For Master's & PhD Students Read more ><http://news.umanitoba.ca/mymail/57775/00000000000000000000000000000000/aHR0…> Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: April 11th, 2017 You should also apply: If you are planning to transfer from a Master's to a PhD program, or to apply to a PhD program for the Summer 2017, Fall 2017 or Winter 2018 term, you are encouraged to apply and must apply by the April 11th deadline if you wish to be considered for the IGSS for the 2017 -2018 academic year. Even if you are unsure of what you will do, you are encouraged to submit an application. Late applications will not be considered.

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Call for Applications: UMGF's - for M.Sc. Programs
by Martha Blouw 07 Mar '17

07 Mar '17

University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships (UMGF) PLEASE NOTE: This competition is for Master's level awards only. I have attached the instructions and application. To ensure your application is complete and competitive, read and follow the instructions. Application Deadline: March 27, 2017 Please submit your application to Martha.Blouw(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Martha.Blouw@umanitoba.ca>

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Cancelled Seminar - March 9, 2017 - Advanced Plant Science Seminar Cancelled
by Christy Doyle 06 Mar '17

06 Mar '17

Cancellation - Seminar - March 9, 2017: The Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar, scheduled for March 9, 2017 - "Big Data and Agriculture" - with: Mitch Rezansoff, Integrated Solutions Manager, Enns Brothers, has been cancelled.

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Advanced Plant Science Seminar - Thursday, March 9, 2017
by Christy Doyle 03 Mar '17

03 Mar '17

On Thursday, March 9, 2017, the Department of Plant Science, Advanced Plant Science Seminar will be: "Big Data and Agriculture" Presented by: Mitch Rezansoff Integrated Solutions Manager Enns Brothers At 3:30 p.m. in the Carolyn Sifton Lecture Theatre, Room 130, Agriculture Building. A Poster is attached. Coffee at 3:00 p.m. in the Atrium Everyone Welcome!!

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FW: Recruiting graduate students
by Martha Blouw 03 Mar '17

03 Mar '17

Forwarded on behalf of Dr. Congreves. From: Congreves, Kate [mailto:kate.congreves@usask.ca] Sent: March-02-17 4:44 PM To: Terry Ramm; Martha Blouw Subject: Recruiting graduate students Hello, Would it be possible to advertise available graduate student positions (see below) to the 4th year undergrad students & MSc students in Agriculture at UoM? Many thanks, Kate Dr. Kate A. Congreves, Assistant Professor Horticulture: Soil Health, Biogeochemistry & Crop Nutrition Associate Editor, Canadian Journal of Plant Science Department of Plant Sciences College of Agriculture and Bioresources University of Saskatchewan 51 Campus Drive, Saskatoon SK Office: 2C18 Agriculture Bldg Tel: (306) 966-8001 Twitter: @KateCongreves agbio.usask.ca Celebrating 100+ YEARS AGBIO Graduate Student Positions, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan Project title #1: Understanding soil health in horticultural and agricultural soils Supervisors: Dr. Kate Congreves and Dr. Melissa Arcand Project description: The proposed research will examine how different horticultural & agricultural practices have influenced soil health, and will identify which key soil attributes are most important in determining soil health. This project will focus on a unique set of long-term trials at the University of Saskatchewan, which have produced vegetables, fruit, or grains for the past several decades. The project will engage a MSc student in field work (soil sample collection), lab work (analysis for numerous soil attributes such as nutrients, organic matter, aggregate stability, etc.), data integration and interpretation (soil health scoring). The candidate will have opportunities to interact with horticultural producers, provincial and federal government researchers, other graduate students and researchers within the Dept. of Plant Sciences and the Dept. of Soil Science at the University of Saskatchewan. Project title #2: Understanding nutrient dynamics in diverse vs simple crop rotations Supervisors: Dr. Kate Congreves and Dr. Richard Farrell Project description: The proposed research will examine crop residue decomposition and soil nutrient dynamics in simplified vs diversified crop rotations. This project will employ 15N tracer techniques to understand nitrogen transformation and loss from above- vs below-ground crop residues over time, and will focus on a ~30yr field trial located at the University of Guelph. The project will engage a MSc or PhD student in field work (plant sampling, soil sampling, and greenhouse gas sample collection), lab work (analysis for plant nitrogen, soil mineral nitrogen, organic nitrogen, and nitrous oxide emissions), data integration and interpretation. The candidate will have opportunities to interact with agricultural producers, government researchers, other graduate students, and researchers within the Dept. of Plant Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan, and also at the University of Guelph (Dept. of Plant Agriculture & the School of Environmental Sciences). To apply for either position, please send your unofficial transcripts, CV and names of two references to: Dr. Kate Congreves, Assistant Professor with the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. Email: kate.congreves(a)usask.ca<mailto:kate.congreves@usask.ca> Qualifications: Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree with a strong background in natural or agricultural sciences. Expertise in agriculture, horticulture, soil, and plant science is desired. Annual stipend: $21,000 per year for MSc, or $25,000 per year for PhD. Additionally, there are scholarship and teaching assistant opportunities to supplement the stipend beyond this base level.

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