Local research aims to make wheat varieties more resistant to fungal blight
By Rachel Fioret, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Woolwich Observer Developing new wheat varieties resistant to diseases growing more prevalent with climate change is the focus of work by Dr. Helen Booker, leader of the wheat […]
New network looks to reduce nitrous oxide emissions
By Rachel Fioret, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Woolwich Observer Nitrous oxide (N2O), also known as laughing gas for its use in dental procedures, is accumulating within the atmosphere and stays there for an average of […]
New funding promotes research in the agri-food sector
By Rachel Fioret, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Woolwich Observer The program’s role is to support the development of new technologies for farmers, food processors and agri-businesses that will enhance their competitiveness and growth. Funded through […]
NFU calls for action on Senate report addressing soil degradation
By Rachel Fioret, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Woolwich Observer Healthy soil is the foundation of Canada’s agriculture sector, a resource that’s increasingly at risk due to the likes of deforestation, urban expansion, pollution and waste […]
UW researchers are studying a new approach to plastic waste recycling
By Rachel Fioret, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Woolwich Observer The tiny size of microplastics and nanoplastics allows them to spread across and within the environment, leaving evidence in water systems and even in humans, according […]
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