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�鶹��ý��վ researchers identify a range of unexpected chemical contaminants in human milk

webfull — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:45:07 +0000

An interdisciplinary team including researchers at �鶹��ý��վ has found a range of unexpected chemical contaminants in human milk samples from Canada and South Africa. The chemicals include traces of pesticides, antimicrobials and additives used in plastics and personal-care products. The findings were published across five papers.

Published: 20 January 2026

Irradiated cannabis might still harbour toxic fungi and residues, �鶹��ý��վ study finds

webfull — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:16:56 +0000

Gamma irradiation, an industry-standard sterilization method for medicinal and recreational cannabis, does not fully eliminate toxic fungi or their chemical residues, a �鶹��ý��վ study has found. Current testing practices may also miss contamination, raising concerns about health risks for vulnerable users, particularly those with weakened immune systems.

Published: 15 January 2026

Study raises red flags about BPA replacements

webfull — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:46:31 +0000

Chemicals used to replace bisphenol A (BPA) in food packaging can trigger potentially harmful effects in human ovarian cells, according to �鶹��ý��վ researchers.

A new study examined several chemicals commonly used in price stickers on packaged meat, fish, cheese and produce found early signs of potential toxicity.

Published: 26 August 2025

Welcome message from the Dean / Message de bienvenue de la doyenne

webfull — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:30:14 +0000

Dear Macdonald Campus Community,

It is with great excitement and gratitude that I begin my journey as the new Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and Associate Vice-President of the Macdonald Campus at �鶹��ý��վ. As I begin my term, I’m excited to connect with each of you - professors, lecturers, staff, learners, students, alumni, donors, and allies. Thank you for the trust you have placed in me.

Published: 7 August 2025

Seeds of Innovation: GEFSES Symposium Bridges Continents Through Genome Editing

webfull — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:45:59 +0000

In March 2025, the GEFSES program hosted its annual international symposium, "Harnessing Genome Editing for Resilient Agriculture," in Ludhiana, India. The event was held in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU).

Published: 30 July 2025

How artificial food dyes are regulated in Canada

webfull — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:56:19 +0000

Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced plans to phase out some food dyes, most of which remain allowed in Canada. CBC News spoke to experts about the safety of these dyes and how they are regulated in Canada.

Published: 30 April 2025

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Alumni: Ibrahim Kasujja

webfull — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:47:54 +0000

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Alumni Ibrahim Kasujja has built on his success at �鶹��ý��վ’s Dobson Cup startup competition to help improve the school diet in his native Uganda

A Vision Rooted in Service

Ibrahim Kasujja’s journey began during the COVID-19 pandemic when he started his master's in human nutrition at �鶹��ý��վ remotely from Uganda.

Published: 23 April 2025

Fighting honey fraud with AI technology

webfull — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:10:40 +0000

�鶹��ý��վ researchers have developed an AI-powered method to verify the origin of honey, ensuring that what’s on the label matches what’s in the jar. The breakthrough offers a potential solution to a long-standing problem.

“Honey is one of the most fraud-prone commodities in global trade. It often involves mislabelling where it was produced or the types of flowers that bees collected nectar from,” said lead author Stéphane Bayen, Associate Professor and Chair of �鶹��ý��վ’s Department of Food Science and Agricultural Chemistry.

Published: 14 April 2025

Four exceptional Macdonald Campus student leaders selected for Gold Key Awards

webfull — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:48:17 +0000

Please join us in congratulating the 2025 winners of the Macdonald Campus Gold Key Awards, selected for their outstanding contributions, passion, and commitment to enriching student life on our campus. Read their stories below.

Published: 26 March 2025

Evolution of Canadian agriculture and need for sustainable solutions

webfull — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:27:32 +0000

In the Hill Times, Saji George, Associate Professor in �鶹��ý��վ's Department of Food Science and Agricultural Chemistry, argues that with the right investments in research, innovation, and farmer education, Canada can lead the global transition toward a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future.

Published: 19 March 2025