Ag-West Bio Bulletin Spring 2013

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The calendar says spring is here, but the scene out of my window says it's Christmas. No use complaining; I've tried, and no one does anything about it anyway.

The year is roaring by at full speed. So many things have happened since the last Bio Bulletin. In less than a week, Saskatchewan delegates will be travelling to BIO 2013 in Chicago, IL. With typically 15,000+ attendees, this is the largest bioscience meeting in the world and a great place to connect with companies and individuals from around the globe.

I hope you enjoy the following articles. Thank you to those who contributed to this issue. We encourage your feedback and participation on this site. Contact me jackie.robin@agwest.sk.ca if you would like to post an article in a future edition of the Bio-Bulletin, or if you are interested in advertising on this site.

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ARTICLES

The Feeds Innovation Institute: Connections lead to success

Colleen Christensen gives an overview of the services and successes of the FII at the University of Saskatchewan.

Genome Prairie: Onward and Upward

Reno Pontarollo has taken the helm at Genome Prairie at an exciting time...

Imaging tools for health...and plants

Some impressive tools are coming online at the University of Saskatchewan. While intended for human health applications, some of these tools also have great potential in plant research.

Saskatchewan researchers part of team to improve access to malaria drugs
Half the world's population is at risk of malaria. Saskatchewan researchers are part of a team that is working to help ensure the medicine is available when needed.

Pyrolysis: Turning ag residues into fuels and fertilizers

Saskatchewan Research Council researchers are working to find out how ag residues and other waste materials can one day be used in a practical way through a process called pyrolysis. read more

Creating a niche in food security: An interview with Roger Beachy

Beachy, an internationally renowned scientist specializing in plant biology and biotechnology, will lead the Global Institute for Food Security through its start-up phase and plans to remain involved.

Viterra launches new canola variety with improved yield, hardiness

Years of research go into developing new commercial crop varieties. Viterra is proud to unveil XCEED®VT.

Agriculture More Than Ever - Join the conversation

Ag-West Bio has become a partner in this new initiative is underway to champion the agriculture industry.

2nd Saskatchewan Food Summit focuses on policy and action: event summary

The 2nd Sask Food Summit provided a forum to address the regional food economy, access to locally produced food and Saskatchewan food security issues.

Saskatchewan BioSciences: 2013 'Little Green Book' in print and online

Sanofi BioGENEius Challenge Canada: celebrating bright, young minds in Saskatchewan

SK winners were announced March 27th at the Awards Reception at the Hilton Garden Inn.

No more food fights: a book review

Michele Payn-Knoper, a professional speaker, farmer, and author, challenges us to abandon the food fights in favor of balanced conversations.

RealLeaders: A conversation with Dr. Robert T. Fraley of Monsanto

Kim McConnell, a founder of AdFarm, in conversation with Dr. Fraley.

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BioTalent Canada April partner update

A video message from BioTalent Canada president, Rob Henderson.

Spring 2013

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