Crop or weed?
Alex Senden, a second-year master’s student in the U of M’s department of computer science, is developing artificial intelligence (AI) tools that could help researchers…
Agriculture
From code to crop
Machine learning is helping Manitoba farmers combat one of the most serious threats to wheat production. Christopher Henry, an associate professor in the department of…
U of M appoints its first agronomist in residence
The U of M has appointed Dr. Loveleen Kaur Dhillon as its first agronomist in residence for special crops under a five-year contract funded by…
Wheat breeding revolutionized by drone technology
Technological advancements have transformed how researchers monitor wheat growth, allowing them to use drones equipped with thermal imaging and advanced sensors to accurately track plant…
Nine students receive Centennial Entrance Scholarship
Nine students across Manitoba have been awarded the Centennial Entrance Scholarship to further their studies in the U of M’s faculty of agricultural and food…
U of M gets $7.6M for sustainable solutions in agriculture
The U of M has received a $7.6 million grant to embark on a transformative journey in sustainable agriculture. Funded by the Natural Sciences and…