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The wood and plains bison are majestic creatures weighing 1,200 pounds, but their conservation could depend on single-celled gametes (reproductive cells) that are measured in microns.
“The LFCE is a world-class research centre that has a critical role in the university’s agriculture-focused research, teaching and outreach initiatives,” said Angela Bedard-Haughn, dean of the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. “We’re excited to welcome Scott Wright and thank Bruce Coulman for his steadfast leadership during the interim period.” Wright’s career started in beef and forage research. Over the years he has held numerous prominent leadership positions in agriculture, including executive director of the USask Feeds Innovation Institute and director positions with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. “I am pleased to be coming home to the University of Saskatchewan, home to forage and beef research, and home to producers in Saskatchewan,” said Wright.