Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, University of Manitoba

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 from the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba , who crossed the platform at last week's spring convocation.

We celebrate all of the graduates across diploma, undergraduate and graduate programs, along with outstanding award winners recognized for academic achievement, leadership and excellence, and deserving teaching award recipients. From program medalists to University Gold Medal recipients, these students reflect the strength and future of the agriculture, food and nutrition sector.

👉 Read the full story: https://umtoday.ca/stories/honouring-agricultural-and-food-sciences-class-2026

Pictured here - the graduates from the Diploma in Agriculture program.

Honouring the Agricultural and Food Sciences Class of 2026 Convocation celebrates graduates and standout award winners across programs

As agriculture moves toward greater automation, it’s not just about the machines, it’s about the people who use them.

Dr. Danny Mann at the University of Manitoba has spent decades examining how farmers interact with emerging technologies, helping shape a more thoughtful approach to autonomous systems in agriculture. His work highlights the importance of designing innovation that works with people, not around them.

Read more about how human-machine collaboration is shaping the future of farming.

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RESEARCH STORY.

Bridging humans and machines in modern agriculture.

Through decades of forward-looking research and sustained support from NSERC, Dr. Mann’s work at the University of Manitoba has helped shape not just the future of agricultural technology, but the mindset of the engineers designing it.

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Today is World Milk Day, and this year's theme “Celebrating Women Farmers” shines a light on the women advancing dairy and food security globally.

The Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the is proud to recognize the contributions of women across the dairy sector. Students like Isabell Reuter, who is a dairy farmer herself, represent the next generation carrying this work forward.

From production and animal care to research and community leadership, women play a central role in building resilient and sustainable food systems.

Bottoms up!

The University of Manitoba is recruiting a Jarislowsky Chair in Natural Systems Agriculture for Climate Solutions within the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences. This role offers a unique opportunity for a research leader to advance climate-smart and regenerative agriculture through innovation, collaboration, and knowledge translation.

The successful candidate will lead an externally funded research program, work closely with producers and partners, and help translate research into practical solutions that support farmers and inform policy. With access to extensive research facilities and long-term field studies, this Chair will play a key role in shaping sustainable agricultural systems in Canada and beyond.

Applications are invited until June 27, 2026, or until filled.

🔗 https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/default.aspx?REQ_ID=46372

We’re hiring! The Faculty of Agricultural & Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba is seeking a Research Facilitator (Research Grants & Development Officer) to join our Dean’s Office team.

In this role, you’ll support researchers in developing competitive grant applications, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and help connect innovative ideas with funding opportunities. Working closely with faculty members and the Office of the Vice-President (Research), you’ll play a key role in advancing research that responds to the evolving needs of the agri-food sector in Manitoba and beyond.

If you’re an experienced researcher with a strong background in grant development and a passion for supporting impactful research, we invite you to learn more and apply by May 28 - https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.ASPX?REQ_ID=46127

With heavy hearts, we remember Ted Bailey (BSA ’66), a proud UM alum, agri-food industry leader, and generous supporter of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba. Ted’s leadership and philanthropy helped transform teaching and research spaces, leaving a lasting legacy for students, researchers, and Manitoba’s agri-food community.

Read more about his impact and legacy at

Remembering Ted Bailey, alum and faculty supporter Bailey's commitment helped transform teaching and research spaces

Manitoba Digital Agriculture Symposium
📅 June 5, 2026 | 📍 University of Manitoba - Engineering & Information Technology Complex

Join researchers, students, industry, and partners for a full day of conversations and connections shaping the future of digital agriculture in Manitoba.

This event is co-organized between the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg's Manitoba Centre for Digital Agriculture (MCDA).

✨ Plenary talks
✨ Panel discussions
✨ Student poster competition
✨ Networking

🕒 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
⏰ Register by May 22

👉 Learn more and register:
https://umanitoba.ca/agricultural-food-sciences/manitoba-digital-agriculture-symposium-2026

📢 Now Hiring: MAHN Program Policy Writer (Part-Time)

The Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba is seeking a Program Policy Writer to support the Master of Applied Human Nutrition program.

This is a part-time, project-based opportunity (17.5 hours/week) ideal for an experienced technical or policy writer who enjoys research, collaboration, and translating complex requirements into clear, accessible policy and program documentation within an academic and healthcare‑adjacent environment.

Term: June 22, 2026 – December 24, 2027

You’ll play a lead role in researching, developing, and maintaining MAHN policies, working closely with faculty, committees, and national accreditation partners to support program quality and continuous improvement.

🗓 Application deadline: May 7, 2026
🔗 View the full job posting and apply here:
https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/default.aspx?REQ_ID=45735

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Meet Michelle Carkner, a new professor in Natural Systems Agriculture at the University of Manitoba 🌾

Michelle’s research and teaching focus on designing resilient prairie agricultural systems—working at the intersection of ecology, farming practices, and climate adaptation.

Learn more about her journey and her vision for prairie agriculture:

👉 https://umtoday.ca/stories/designing-resilient-prairie-agriculture

🎙️ Extraordinary students. Meaningful research. Real-world impact.

Meet Vanessa Siemens, an entomology graduate student at the University of Manitoba, featured in our MAKE: Extraordinary Students Doing Extraordinary Research podcast series.

In this episode, Vanessa shares her research on soil health and why understanding what’s happening beneath our feet is critical to building more sustainable agricultural systems.

🎧 Listen now: https://umanitoba.ca/agricultural-food-sciences/make/make-podcasts -students-doing-extraordinary-research