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Grad Student Position - Vineland Research and Innovation Centre

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) is recruiting for a M.Sc. or Ph.D. student position that is available immediately for three years at the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre.  The candidate will be involved in a project titled “Development of wireless sensing and decision support systems” and work under the supervision of Dr. Youbin Zheng (/ses/users/yzheng) and Dr. Gideon Avigad on the Vineland campus. Please see attachment for more information.

 

Sidewalk Closure Between "Bob's Dogs" and Winegard Walk

Please be advised that the section of asphalt sidewalk south of the Raithby House between "Bob's Dogs" and Winegard Walk will be closed beginning Monday, October 5 for approximately six weeks to accommodate the Raithby Green Bike Shelter construction project. The sidewalk closure will be delineated with fencing and signage. Patrons will be re-routed to Reynolds Walk to bypass the construction site.
 

Richard Heck's lab "CT soil scan outshines what microscope can do."

The Western Producer features University of Guelph researchers in Richard Heck's Brazilian lab to build better tools to focus on the relationship between soil health and crop yield. Full article can be found here: http://www.producer.com/2015/09/ct-soil-scan-outshines-what-microscope-can-do/

 

HNRU Study Recruitment - Purple Wheat Study

The Purple Wheat Study will be taking place in the Human Nutraceutical Research Unit at the University of Guelph. The purpose of this study is to determine the bioavailability of anthocyanins/phenolic acids and antioxidant capacity after consuming purple wheat products. Please see poster for study requirements .

Campus Organic Farmers Market TODAY 3 to 6 pm in Branion Plaza

Farmers Market Today (Thursdays) 3-6 Branion Plaza - look for the tractor and wagon on east side
 
Today: Watermelons, peppers, beans, tomatoes, lots of herbs and specialty item Bitter Melons
 
All certified organic and grown on campus - come out and enjoy the bounty!

In the News Researchers Study Sugar Corn as Alternative Fuel Source

Canadian farmers might one day grow sugar corn for a potentially huge alternative fuels market through a new project involving University of Guelph researchers.

Along with scientists from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), and Western University, the Guelph researchers will study sugar corn varieties whose higher sucrose concentrations might make them more suitable for making ethanol.

Annual Arboretum Auxilliary Plant Sale

Come out to the Arboretum Saturday September 12, 2015 rain or shine from 9 am to 2 pm at the RJ Hilton Centre on College Avenue East. This year, a huge selection of unique plants is available including rare natives, and you’ll also find a diverse selection of native wildflowers, ferns, grasses, sedges, fruit trees, indoor plants and high-quality ornamental perennials. 

Environmental Coordinator Position for Farm and Food Care Ontario

Farm & Food Care Ontario is looking for an Environmental Coordinator to assist with advancement of farm environmental practices through multiple projects and communication efforts.

Up to 8 month Contract with possible extension - Deadline to apply is no later than Friday, September 11, 2015. Please email your resume to:jobs@farmfoodcare.org.

Land Resource Specialist Assistant Position OMAFRA

A 4 month position for a Land Resource Specialist Assistant at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has opened up - targeted to co-op students and recent graduates - preferably someone with a soils background and capable of doing a lot of soil augering and field work in the Ottawa area. For more information please find the attached posting.

Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2015.

Job Term: until mid-December

If interested, please forward resume and cover letter to Therese Festin (therese.festin@ontario.ca).

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