August 2024 - Plants-grads - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Final tour program
by Ekta Badesha 13 Aug '24

13 Aug '24

For all Plant Science and Soil Science students *********** From: Martin Entz <M.Entz(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Monday, August 12, 2024 10:16 PM To: Ekta Badesha <Ekta.Badesha(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: Final tour program Please send to all Plant and Soil Sci grad students Thanks, Martin Martin H. Entz, PhD Jarislowsky Chair in Natural Systems Agriculture for Climate Solutions Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 204 474-6077 Follow us @um_naturalsystems_agriculture and visit https://umanitoba.ca/agricultural-food-sciences/natural-systems-agriculture… The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Red River Métis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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MSc Defense Announcement
by Bev Godard 13 Aug '24

13 Aug '24

M.Sc. Thesis Defense DALE PENNER Department of Plant Science will defend his M.Sc. thesis entitled Agronomic and Economic Evaluation of Fall Cover Crops and the Natural Fall Plant Community in On-Farm Experiments in Manitoba 1:30p.m., August 15th, 2024 ________________________________ Microsoft Teams Need help?<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting?omkt=en-US> Join the meeting now<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YjVmY2M4ZWMtNzM4MS00…> Meeting ID: 294 589 167 194 Passcode: CHAh4y Bev Godard (She/Her) Assistant to the Department Head/Associate Department Heads Department of Plant Science 222 Agriculture Building bev.godard(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bev.godard@umanitoba.ca> 204-474-8563 The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Metis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms of the past, and we are dedicated to move forward in partnership with Indigenous Peoples in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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Candidate Meet+Greets: TODAY AND TOMORROW
by Jared Bento 11 Aug '24

11 Aug '24

Hello Plant Grads, Gentle reminder to meet our candidates this afternoon and tomorrow afternoon! * Grad Student Meet & Greet with Candidate, DR. MICHELLE CARKNER * Mon August 12 @ 1:00 pm (30 minutes) * Dean's Boardroom, 252 Agriculture Bldg * Grad Student Meet & Greet with Candidate, DR. REZVAN DEHKORDI * Tue August 13 @ 1:00 pm (30 minutes) * Dean's Boardroom, 252 Agriculture Bldg Coffee and treats will be available at both meetings! If you're unavailable for these, grad students are also encouraged to attend either candidate's Research Seminar or Teaching Demonstration (see attached image for meeting info and candidate biographies). See you there, Jared Bento, Graduate Student Representative - Search Committee for Research Chair in Potato Sustainability B.Sc. Agriculture - Plant Biotechnology Graduate Student Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Email: bentoj(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:bentoj@myumanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01DAEC39.CC6C46B0]

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Invitation to Grad Student Meet & Greets - Candidates for Research Chair in Potato Sustainability
by Jared Bento 08 Aug '24

08 Aug '24

Hello Plant Grads, We invite you to meet our two candidates for the new Research Chair in Potato Sustainability! This is your opportunity to ask questions and get familiar with the professor who will be working alongside you in research, graduate courses, undergraduate courses, and more throughout the upcoming years - your feedback is valuable! Coffee and treats will be available at both meetings * Grad Student Meet & Greet with Candidate, DR. MICHELLE CARKNER * Mon August 12 @ 1:00 pm (30 minutes) * Dean's Boardroom, 252 Agriculture Bldg * Grad Student Meet & Greet with Candidate, DR. REZVAN DEHKORDI * Tue August 13 @ 1:00 pm (30 minutes) * Dean's Boardroom, 252 Agriculture Bldg If you're unavailable for these, grad students are also encouraged to attend either candidate's Research Seminar or Teaching Demonstration (see attached image for meeting info and candidate biographies). Let me know if you have any questions! See you there, Jared Bento, Graduate Student Representative - Search Committee for Research Chair in Potato Sustainability Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Email: bentoj(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:bentoj@myumanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01DAE97D.421FE020]

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RO not working/don't use Autoclave
by Bev Godard 06 Aug '24

06 Aug '24

The RO is not working, I have submitted a work order. Bev Godard (She/Her) Assistant to the Department Head/Associate Department Heads Department of Plant Science 222 Agriculture Building bev.godard(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bev.godard@umanitoba.ca> 204-474-8563 The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Metis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms of the past, and we are dedicated to move forward in partnership with Indigenous Peoples in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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FW Top Crop Manager: Top 5 Trending Stories
by Bev Godard 06 Aug '24

06 Aug '24

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Teaching Assistant Positions posted! Closing August 7
by Ekta Badesha 02 Aug '24

02 Aug '24

To all Plant Science Grad Students: All Teaching Assistant/Grader Marker Positions are posted on UM Careers. Postings close on August 7th. https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/default PLNT 0410 PLNT 0780 PLNT 1000 PLNT 2500 PLNT 2520 PLNT 3140 PLNT 3520 AGRI 4100 If you are interested in being a TA or GM please apply! You can contact me if you have any questions. All the best, Ekta [cid:image001.png@01DADEA4.DFC45600] Ekta Badesha, B.A. (she/her) Graduate Program Advisor Departments of Plant and Soil Science Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences 226 Agriculture Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 204-474-8223 Ekta.Badesha(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Ekta.Badesha@umanitoba.ca> Upcoming vacation: Aug 6-9 I acknowledge with great respect that my place of work, the University of Manitoba, is located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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FW: Stray Dog roaming around the plots
by Bev Godard 01 Aug '24

01 Aug '24

From: Justice Zhanda <Justice.Zhanda(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Thursday, August 1, 2024 3:22 PM To: Bev Godard <Bev.Godard(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: Stray Dog roaming around the plots Hi All, There is a stray dog that has been roaming around the Carman Research farm and if anyone comes across it, please let me or Sheldon know, and we will notify the Carman/Dufferin Animal Handler so they can pick it up. Thanks. Justice Zhanda, MSc., P. Ag. ________________________________ Research Station Manager The University of Manitoba Faculty of Agriculture and Food Sciences Ian N. Morrison Research Farm Carman and Region Research Facility Carman, MB R0G 0J0 Email: Justice.Zhanda(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Justice.Zhanda@umanitoba.ca>; zhanda.justice2(a)gmail.com<mailto:zhanda.justice2@gmail.com> O: 204 - 745 3944 C: 204 745 8642

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UM General Bursary Application is now available
by Ekta Badesha 01 Aug '24

01 Aug '24

FYI For all Plant Science and Soil Science students: From: Jane Lastra <Jane.Lastra(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Thursday, August 1, 2024 9:36 AM To: advisor-exchange(a)lists.umanitoba.ca Subject: [Advisor-exchange] UM General Bursary Application is now available Importance: High Hello everyone, The UM General Bursary Application is now live. The due date to apply is October 1st, with all awards being applied to student fee accounts by December 1st. Students can apply through their Aurora Student accounts. More information can be found at: https://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/bursaries Hope you are all enjoying summer! Cheers, ....Jane Jane Lastra (she/her) Associate Registrar and Director, Financial Aid & Awards University of Manitoba Office: (204) 474-9532 jane.lastra(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:jane.lastra@umanitoba.ca> Student Affairs: Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences. The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. [UMLogoSignature]

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FW Top Crop Manager: AAFC features Canadian durum with one new variety
by Bev Godard 01 Aug '24

01 Aug '24

From: Top Crop Manager West <newsletter(a)email.topcropmanager.com> Sent: Thursday, August 1, 2024 7:01 AM To: Bev Godard <bev.godard(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: AAFC features Canadian durum with one new variety Caution! 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