The Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science (AFNS) at the University of Alberta is a unique department, the first of its kind in North America, reflecting the integration of many disciplines across Agriculture, Food and Nutrition. AFNS is committed to achieving excellence in the discovery and dissemination of knowledge with the goal of improving the health and quality of life. Disciplines range from primary production and biotechnology in plant and animal sciences, to innovative food and agri-food products, and human nutrition and wellness. The Department boasts 68 professors, 30 adjunct professors, over 250 graduate students, and more than 300 research and support staff, and includes the divisions of Animal Science, Plant Biotechnology, Food Science and Bioresource Technology, and Human Nutrition.

News

  1. Jianping Wu

    Egg conference brought together key players

    Academia, industry and government came together to create stronger links and talk innovation in the egg industry

  2. University mourns passing of agriculture giant

    Celebrated researcher Roy Berg revolutionized Alberta’s beef cattle industry during a life in which he made a tremendous difference. He passed away at 85.

  3. Technology turns waste into opportunity

    Technology developed by ALES researcher David Bressler and his team to convert agricultural waste into useful products received a boost from the federal government.

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The Alberta Pregnancy Outcomes & Nutrition and Sweet Moms studies are currently seeking volunteers.

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