Âé¶ąÉç RSS News /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news.html Âé¶ąÉç RSS News Fri, 13 Jun 2025 17:43:23 GMT 2025-06-13T17:43:23Z Faculty of Agriculture celebrates excellence, leadership, and legacy at Class of 2025 Graduation Banquet /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/12/faculty_of_agriculture_celebrates_excellence__leadership__and_legacy_at_class_of_2025_graduation_banquet.html The Faculty of Agriculture recently celebrated the remarkable achievements of the Class of 2025 during its annual Graduation Banquet—a tradition that celebrates not only academic excellence, but community, leadership, and lasting impact of its students on campus life. Alumni & Friends News Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/12/faculty_of_agriculture_celebrates_excellence__leadership__and_legacy_at_class_of_2025_graduation_banquet.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-12T15:00:00Z Executive Assistant to the Dean /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/11/executive_assistant_to_the_dean.html We are pleased to announce Amber Kerr has accepted the position of Executive Administrative Assistant to the Dean and Campus Principal, effective May 12, 2025. News Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/11/executive_assistant_to_the_dean.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-11T15:00:00Z Are you using the right logo? /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/11/are_you_using_the_right_logo_.html June marks the third year of Dal's new brand refresh. It's a good time to make sure you have the current logos News Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/11/are_you_using_the_right_logo_.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-11T15:00:00Z From Combat Boots to Crop Science: Jeff Robinson’s Journey from Military to Masters /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/10/from_combat_boots_to_crop_science__jeff_robinson_s_journey_from_military_to_masters.html After a 13-year career in the Canadian Armed Forces, Jeff Robinson is now fighting climate change through sustainable agriculture. News Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/10/from_combat_boots_to_crop_science__jeff_robinson_s_journey_from_military_to_masters.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-10T15:00:00Z City streets to farm fields, Jacqueline Fogel finds her passion /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/09/city_streets_to_farm_fields__jacqueline_fogel_finds_her_passion.html When Jacqueline realized her engineering program was not sparking joy, she and her mom began researching animal science programs. She spent the past five semesters completing her degree at the Faculty of Agriculture in Truro, Nova Scotia News Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/09/city_streets_to_farm_fields__jacqueline_fogel_finds_her_passion.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-09T15:00:00Z Mia’s Lifelong passion for animals drives her journey to become a large animal veterinarian /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/05/mia_s_lifelong_passion_for_animals_drives_her_journey_to_become_a_large_animal_veterinarian.html Mia Keddy’s path to becoming a large animal veterinarian is defined by resilience. News Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/05/mia_s_lifelong_passion_for_animals_drives_her_journey_to_become_a_large_animal_veterinarian.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-05T15:00:00Z Blades, Blazes and Books: How Ben Fraser found his fire /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/05/blades__blazes_and_books__how_ben_fraser_found_his_fire.html Growing up in Brookfield, just 20 minutes from campus, and playing Jr. A hockey for the Truro Bearcats, the Faculty of Agriculture was a natural fit for Ben Fraser News Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/05/blades__blazes_and_books__how_ben_fraser_found_his_fire.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-05T15:00:00Z Students from Romblon State University (Philippines) on Campus /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/04/students_from_romblon_state_university__philippines__on_campus.html Eighteen Agriculture students along with three instructors from Romblon State University (RSU) in the Philippines will take part in a Summer Enrichment Camp on campus June 8 – July 2, 2025. News Wed, 04 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/04/students_from_romblon_state_university__philippines__on_campus.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-04T15:00:00Z Jenkins Hall ‑ Open for drop in meals /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/04/jenkins_hall___open_for_drop_in_meals.html Jenkins Hall now available for drop-in meals News Wed, 04 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/04/jenkins_hall___open_for_drop_in_meals.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-04T15:00:00Z Myles Sweet turns a family legacy and global experience into a promising career in artisanal cheesemaking /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/03/myles_sweet_turns_a_family_legacy_and_global_experience_into_a_promising_career_in_artisanal_cheesemaking.html Blending history with hands-on global experience, Myles Sweet, Class of 2025, is creating a future in artisanal cheesemaking Alumni & Friends News Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/06/03/myles_sweet_turns_a_family_legacy_and_global_experience_into_a_promising_career_in_artisanal_cheesemaking.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-03T15:00:00Z 2025 DPMG Conference /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/28/2025_dpmg_conference.html This year’s DPMG conference will provide practical tools and strategies to help DPMG members prioritize wellness, boost resilience and enhance productivity, both at work and in their personal lives. News Wed, 28 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/28/2025_dpmg_conference.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-05-28T15:00:00Z Excellence Recognized at 2025 Faculty of Agriculture Awards /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/21/excellence_recognized_at_2025_faculty_of_agriculture_awards.html News Wed, 21 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/21/excellence_recognized_at_2025_faculty_of_agriculture_awards.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-05-21T15:00:00Z Truro Pride Parade ‑ Float participation /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/21/truro_pride_parade___float_participation.html Join the Faculty of Agriculture for the 2025 Pride Parade on Saturday, June 28th. News Wed, 21 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/21/truro_pride_parade___float_participation.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-05-21T15:00:00Z Cultivating Financial Success: How Ronda Bellefontaine helps farmers grow their business savvy /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/21/cultivating_financial_success__how_ronda_bellefontaine_helps_farmers_grow_their_business_savvy.html In 2007, Ronda took a two-year leave of absence from her position with the PEI Department of Agriculture. Seeing the need for support for financial management on farms, especially in the rapidly changing era of the computer, Ronda launched her own venture to help address this challenge. Like Nobody’s Business was born Alumni & Friends News Wed, 21 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/21/cultivating_financial_success__how_ronda_bellefontaine_helps_farmers_grow_their_business_savvy.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-05-21T15:00:00Z Reimagining Student Engagement in a Changing Educational Landscape /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/13/reimagining_student_engagement_in_a_changing_educational_landscape.html Join us for a day of exploration, discussion, and engagement at CLT’s Teaching and Learning Retreat 2025. News Tue, 13 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/13/reimagining_student_engagement_in_a_changing_educational_landscape.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-05-13T15:00:00Z 2025 Public Impact Award. /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/07/2025_public_impact_award_.html The Public Impact Award recognizes a researcher whose work has benefitted Nova Scotians by tangibly improving the economy, environment, healthcare system, or society. News Wed, 07 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/07/2025_public_impact_award_.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-05-07T15:00:00Z From Markets to Meals: Âé¶ąÉç Researcher Leads Global Food Systems Study /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/05/from_markets_to_meals__dalhousie_researcher_leads_global_food_systems_study.html Launching in Fall 2025, the research focuses on how capital markets can drive sustainable practices among publicly listed food and agriculture businesses. News Mon, 05 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/05/05/from_markets_to_meals__dalhousie_researcher_leads_global_food_systems_study.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-05-05T15:00:00Z Applications for the Fall 2025 Collide Validate /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/30/applications_for_the_fall_2025_collide_validate__virtual__program_close_april_30.html Applications for the Collide Validate program close today, April 30th! News Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/30/applications_for_the_fall_2025_collide_validate__virtual__program_close_april_30.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-30T15:00:00Z Convocation 2025 /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/30/convocation_2025.html please be sure to secure your academic dress (if required) through our Online Academic Dress Reservation Portal by May 1. News Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/30/convocation_2025.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-30T15:00:00Z Agriculture students turn wool into warmth /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/24/agriculture_students_turn_wool_into_warmth.html Faculty of Agriculture Wool blankets produced from fleece of campus flock News Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/24/agriculture_students_turn_wool_into_warmth.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-24T15:00:00Z Connection, Passion and Purpose /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/24/connection__passion_and_purpose.html Connection, passion and purpose were celebrated with the presentation of 92 rings to the Class of 2025 during the 15th annual Barley Party held Friday, April 4th. Alumni & Friends News Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/24/connection__passion_and_purpose.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-24T15:00:00Z Tractor Safety Course instructor /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/23/tractor_safety_course_instructor.html Extended Learning is seeking casual instructors to teach the Nova Scotia Tractor Safety course. News Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/23/tractor_safety_course_instructor.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-23T15:00:00Z Always more than one path /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/22/always_more_than_one_path.html “It’s not just social justice or human rights or just being an environmentalist but the combination of all those things.” Alumni & Friends News Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/22/always_more_than_one_path.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-22T15:00:00Z MacRae Library Summer Hours /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/16/macrae_library_summer_hours.html Please note the following summer schedule for the MacRae Library News Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/16/macrae_library_summer_hours.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-16T15:00:00Z Faculty of Agriculture students win the top awards at the Science Atlantic conference /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/09/faculty_of_agriculture_students_win_the_top_awards_at_the_science_atlantic_conference.html Master’s student Chandrika Chathurvedi was recognized with Third Place in the Graduate students’ Oral Presentation for her presentation on “ Turning food waste into value: Optimizing sulforaphane extraction from upcycled broccoli using response surface methodology”. News Wed, 09 Apr 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/agriculture/news-events/news/2025/04/09/faculty_of_agriculture_students_win_the_top_awards_at_the_science_atlantic_conference.html Stephanie Rogers 2025-04-09T15:00:00Z