Forage Agronomy Research Affiliate

Forage agronomy and ruminant nutrition research await at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Swift Current RDC. Work across field plots and laboratory trials.
This Research Affiliate Program supports a master’s student conducting research with the Forage and Ruminant Nutrition team. The project covers small plot trials, silage quality assessment, in vitro laboratory trials, and beef cattle work. You will complete research activities while pursuing eligible studies at the University of Saskatchewan.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and monitor field small plot trials
Organize and monitor in vitro laboratory trials
Collect and analyze forage and silage samples
Apply statistical procedures to experimental data
Prepare research reports, presentations, and thesis contributions
Requirements:
Enrollment in an eligible full-time master’s program
Research required as part of your academic curriculum
Knowledge of forage agronomy and animal production
Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing experimental data
Valid Class 5 Saskatchewan driver’s license or equivalent
Apply forage production, experimental data analysis, and ruminant nutrition knowledge within Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Swift Current research program.