Food
Landmark study generates first genomic atlas for global wheat improvement
USask-led study sequences genomes of 15 wheat varieties around the world
USask livestock researchers awarded nearly $7M to improve food sustainability and safety
Twenty University of Saskatchewan (USask) projects have been awarded nearly $7 million through a joint federal-provincial government funding program to advance cattle, swine, and p...
USask crop researchers awarded $8M to advance food and bio-products for a sustainable future
Thirty University of Saskatchewan (USask) crop research projects have been awarded a total of more than $8 million through Saskatchewan’s Agricultural Development Fund (ADF), a pro...
Developing more nutritious crops to feed a growing world
Using synchrotron light to analyze new varieties of peas could be faster, more environmentally friendly, and help to nourish underfed populations around the world.
Renowned USask Global Institute for Food Security scientist awarded prestigious international food innovation prize
Leon Kochian, Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) at the University of Saskatchewan (Usask), has won the 2019 Arrell Global Food Innovation Award for “global excellence in food...
USask-led research teams awarded $24.2M from Genome Canada and partners to improve agriculture through genomic science
Wheat, lentils and livestock will be the focus of a $24.2-million investment over four years by Genome Canada and its partners in three University of Saskatchewan-led research proj...