Faculty of Agriculture E-Bulletin
News and events for Dalhousie Agricultural Campus

April 1, 2026

News

From Sri Lanka to Labrador: A Master Gardener Student’s Journey of Discovery and Community

For many, gardening is more than just a hobby. Zara Munas, a student in the Atlantic Master Gardener program, brings a wealth of experience and a deep love for plants to this course.

Hackers, barns, and breakfast: Why agriculture needs cybersecurity

Connected barns and automated livestock systems are boosting efficiency but also opening the door to cyber threats, writes Dr. Suresh Neethirajan, a Dalhousie researcher working to secure Canada’s digital farms.

Athletic Awards

Congratulations to our student athletes who were honoured last week.

Open doors to UK study abroad

Give landscape architecture students the opportunity to study abroad in the UK, gaining global perspective and academic experience.

Learning from the land workshops:

This workshop invites participants to step outside the classroom and spend intentional, reflective time in nature.

Save the date: Dalhousie Engagement Day

Dalhousie Engagement Day 2026 will take place on Friday, May 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the Studley Campus.

Dalhousie Rams Summer Camps

Give your child an unforgettable summer with Dalhousie Rams Camps - a perfect mix of sport, fun and skill development.

Discovery Awards 2026

Nominations now open for Discovery Awards. Deadline for submission is May 31.

Zoonoses, AMR, and BioInformatics Meeting

Dalhousie is hosting the ZAMBI meeting July 6-9, 2026. Registration is open unitl May 31. There will be opportunities for trainees to submit posters and oral presentations of their work.

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