Major New Study Study Targets Methane Emissions
The project, a multidisciplinary collaboration between major institutions and researchers throughout Canada, aims to understand the complexities of methane-generating processes in the rumen microbiome of beef and dairy cattle—while also developing novel technologies and management strategies to make these processes as efficient as possible at inhibiting emissions.
Launching the Next Generation of Food Innovators
As a successful entrepreneur, Dan On, CEO of food manufacturer Dan-D Foods Ltd., is now at a place where he can empower other like-minded businesses.
Dean’s Message
Welcome to the fall issue of ReachOut magazine! I’m confident you’ll find something of interest in this issue, particularly since our researchers are tackling global issues often seen in today’s headlines.
Advancing Innovation and Sustainability in Healthcare Food Services
Penny Pang shares some highlights of her job as a Project Manager with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH).
Flavour of the Month: Ube
We asked Pia Lim, our Digital Communications Specialist, for her favourite flavour!
Events to commemorate Orange Shirt Day 2024
Two events taking place at UBC campus to highlight are the All-Day Sacred Fire Ceremony at xʷc̓ic̓əsəm – UBC Farm, and the Intergenerational March, which begins at Main Mall. All are welcome to come and commemorate Orange Shirt Day and support Indigenous communities both on campus and beyond.
From cattle emissions to carbon sinks: agricultural research receives major funding
Two new projects led by LFS aim to reduce the carbon footprint of agriculture in novel ways. The two projects received funding valued at more than $14 million.
Appointment of Dr. David Kitts as Dean pro tem
Dr. David Kitts to become Dean pro tem of the Faculty of Land and Food Systems effective October 1, 2024. Dr. Kitts has served as Associate Dean of Research since 2012.