Planting Trees, Growing Communities
Community Forest International to speak at NSAC
Representatives from Community Forest International will be speaking at Nova Scotia Agricultural College as part of International Development Week activities on Wednesday, February 8th beginning at noon. More...
NSAC President's List Posted
Students honoured for academic achievement
NSAC will honour its best and brightest next week, Thursday, February 2nd, 2012 as 136 student names are added to NSAC’s President’s List. This annual event recognizes students for their outstanding academic achievements from the winter and fall semesters of 2011. More....
Linking Animal and Human Health
Researchers at NSAC unravel molecular mechanisms of Fatty Liver Disease in mink
Fatty liver disease is a rapidly increasing health concern for both humans and animals. However a recent discovery made by researchers at NSAC may help identify targets for effective ways of preventing or treating the development of a fatty liver. More...
New state-of-the-art greenhouse opens at NSAC
TRURO (NS) – January 5, 2012 –Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) opened its doors today to showcase the completion of its new modular greenhouse as well as highlight the modernization of two existing greenhouses. More....
NSAC Career Fair January 12th 2012
Bankers, landscapers and researchers are only a few of the professionals who will be taking part in NSAC Career Fair 2012 Thursday, January 12th at the Langille Athletic Centre on the university’s Bible Hill campus. More...
CCAA Athlete of the Month
The Canadian College's Athletic Association (CAA) Athlete of the Month program recognizes student-athletes for their outstanding event performance and athletic accomplishments during the month. More...
ACAA Athlete of the Week
Becky McDonald - Women's Volleyball. As a senior, Becky has stepped up her game and led the Rams this semester as they compiled a 6-1 record for second place in the ACAA. More...
NSAC participates in Productivity and Innovation Voucher program
Nova Scotia Agricultural College is pleased to be partnering with seven Nova Scotian businesses in an effort to increase their productivity and be more innovative through the Productivity and Innovation voucher program announced yesterday. More....
Renowned Scientist to speak at NSAC
Research scientist Céline Boutin of Environment Canada will be speaking at NSAC Wednesday, November 30 at 12 noon on the topic of “Biodiversity as affected by farming systems and landscapes.” More....
ACAA Athlete of the Week
NSAC student-athlete, Felicia Gero has been chosen as Female Athlete of the Week for November 22 by the Atlantic Colleges Athletic Association.
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The Resume is Dead and Other HR Musings
What are the "next" practices in recruitment and hiring and why should they matter to you? If you are a student, an agricultural professional, a producer or a HR professional, these questions matter and will continue to matter! More...
International Development Week
International development week is November 14 - 18th. More....
NSAC Alumni Honoured for Outstanding Achievements
NSAC alumni have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to their alma mater, their communities, the Province of Nova Scotia and beyond. They were honoured last week during NSAC’s Blue & Gold Awards Gala on campus. More....
NSAC students honoured at Scholarship banquet.
A chance encounter with the SPCA sparked a passion for animals that has led Ashley Hawkin to Nova Scotia Agricultural College and a career in veterinary medicine. More....
Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
The Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame was established 1968 as a means of honouring individuals in Atlantic Canada for their contribution to the development of the agricultural industry in the region. The 2011 inductees have been announced.More....
NSAC Enrollment grows again!
NSAC has reached its highest enrollment in its 106 year history with 994 students, surpassing an all-time high of 961 students last year. This represents a three per cent increase over 2010. More...
NSAC awarded third Canada Research Chair valued at $500,000
Bible Hill--Research excellence at NSAC was awarded today with the presentation of a Canada Research Chair valued at $500,000 to the Bible Hill university.
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Rick Hansen Relay to stop at NSAC
Making a difference in the lives of others comes easy for four NSAC participants in the 25th anniversary Rick Hansen Relay scheduled to stop at the local university this Tuesday, September 20th, 2011. More...
NSAC to establish an Atlantic Wool Inventory
The Nova Scotia Agricultural College’s Rural Research Centre in partnership with Farm Energy Nova Scotia has launched a research project investigating the feasibility of developing markets for sheep’s wool in Atlantic Canada. More..
NSAC alumnus and environmentalist teams up with Al Gore
New Brunswick environmentalist and writer Carl Duivenvoorden has teamed up with former U.S. vice president Al Gore to give a presentation on climate change in Washington on Sept. 15. The presentation is part of the Climate Reality Project. More...
New study finds home setting nurtures better food choices
Can a cozy dining table and nice music prompt people to reach for the greens and go light on dessert?
So suggests a new study probing why people tend to eat more-nutritious meals at home than away from home. More...
NSERC Student Research Awards given at NSAC
Seven NSAC students have been awarded Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA) from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) for the summer of 2011. More....
Graduating Green Thumbs
A record 49 students will be graduating from NSAC's unique Master Gardener Training Program tonight, Thursday, July 7th in the Riverview Room of Jenkins Hall beginning at 7 pm. More...
NSAC Sets Tuition
NSAC has set tuition fees for the 2011-2012 academic year. Like most universities in Nova Scotia, an increase of three per cent will see tuition rates for degree programs increase by $16 per course while technical tuition will increase by ten. More...
NSAC Faculty member recognized for achievement in internationalization
Long time faculty member Dr. Claude Caldwell is the 2011 recipient of the university’s award for Achievement in Internationalization. More....
NSAC and NSDA Host AgZone Amazing Race 2011
Tomorrow and Friday, May 19th and 20th, over 400 grade eight students will be visiting NSAC for the Amazing Agzone Race. More...
NSAC Faculty member recognized for teaching excellence
NSAC alumnus and owner of Cloverfield Animal Behaviour Services, Heather Logan is the 2011 recipient of the university’s annual Faculty Award for Teaching Excellence. More...
The Future of Conventional Battery Cages in Egg Production to be discussed at NSAC
An open meeting entitled, “Is there a Future for Battery Cages in Canada?” will be held Wednesday, May 25th, 2011, from 1-4 pm in Room 116 of Haley Institute, Nova Scotia Agricultural College, Truro. More...
Contribution to Student Life Recognized at NSAC's Graduation Banquet this evening
The Graduation Banquet is a highlight of graduation celebrations and provides an opportunity for members of the graduating class to be recognized with student leadership awards. Ms. Nancy McLean, NSAC professor and recipient of the Student Appreciation Award will be the Banquet speaker. More....
Honourary associate to be presented at NSAC Convocation
Jean-Paul Deveau, President of Acadian Seaplants Limited (ASL), a bio-tech company specializing in the manufacturing, cultivating and processing of marine plant products, will receive an Honourary Associate during the university’s 106 Convocation ceremony, Friday, May 6th, 2011.
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Friend of NSAC Award to be presented at Convocation
The Bible Hill Fire Brigade will be presented with a Friend of NSAC Award during the university’s 106th Convocation ceremony, Friday, May 6th for their leadership, commitment and community spirit and their many years of support to the NSAC campus community. More....
Honourary Doctorate to be presented at NSAC Convocation May 6, 2011
Mr. Alfred Dale Ells, NSAC Class of 1959, will be awarded an Honourary Doctorate by Nova Scotia Agricultural College during its 106th Convocation ceremony, Friday, May 6th, 2011. More....
Farming Opportunities for African Nova Scotians
Supporting and encouraging African Nova Scotians interested in farming is the focus of Growing Local: New Opportunities in Nova Scotia Agriculture, a two-day conference starting today, April 28. More....
Earth Day 2011
NSAC celebrated Earth Day 2011 by walking the Cobequid Trail and collecting garbage along the way. More....
Graduate Research Day
Graduate students at NSAC are gearing up for the 12th annual Graduate Research Days April 19 and 20th. The event promotes current graduate student research and gives students an opportunity to explain the importance of their work to the NSAC community, industry and the general public. More...
Growing Local – a conference on new farming opportunities for African Nova Scotians
NSAC Professor Dr. Sam Asiedu and Cammie Harbottle of Waldegrave Farm are the guest speakers at an upcoming Growing Local conference sponsored by NSAC, Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture and the Black Business Initiative. The goal of the conference is to support and encourage African Nova Scotians interested in farming. More....
NSAC Chef’s Garden set to Grow!
Nova Scotia Agricultural College will soon be providing seasonal and storage crops for consumption at its on-campus dining facility through the development of a two-acre, on-site organic demonstration farm. More...
NSAC hosts a Barley party
As unique as the grain itself, NSAC students will participate in the university’s second annual ‘barley party’ Thursday, April 7th, 2011 when graduands will receive their official NSAC ring. More....
Phase I of NSAC's TREEhouse reaches completion
NSAC continues to be a leader in alternative energies and environmental sustainability issues with the completion of the first phase of its TREEhouse - an on-campus project to convert an older style split-level dwelling into an energy efficient and eco-friendly office space.
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Animal Science & Aquaculture Undergraduate Conference
Animal science and Aquaculture students will be presenting their fourth year research projects on Saturday, April 2 in Cox Institute. More...
Male and Female athletes of the year
Male and female athletes of the year were announced Friday at the 47th annual NSAC Athletic Awards Banquet in Jenkins Hall. More...
NSAC students named Academic All-Canadians
Three NSAC students have been named Academic All-Canadians by the Sport Information Resource Centre and the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association for combined excellence in collegiate athletics and academics. More...
Bruce Vincent - With Vision there is hope
Motivational speaker and businessman Bruce Vincent to speak at NSAC More....
NSAC opens first national Christmas Tree Research Centre
Friday, March 11, 2011 - Bible Hill – The first, national Christmas Tree Research Centre dedicated to providing support and research to the Atlantic Christmas tree industry will officially open at 10:00 a.m. this Saturday, March 12, 2011 at NSAC in Bible Hill.
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New Director for Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada
Dr. Andy Hammermeister has been appointed Director of the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC). Dr. Hammermeister has worked with OACC since 2002, most recently as manager of the Centre and the Canadian Organic Science Cluster research program.
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NSAC's Rhonda Kennedy making her mark
NSAC Basketball player Rhonda Kennedy was selected as an Atlantic Colleges Athletic Asociation (ACAA) All-Conference member this past weekend at the 2011 ACAA All-Conference Awards Banquet held at Mount Saint Vincent University.
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NSAC students participate in 30 hour famine
NSAC residence students will be spending the weekend without food in an effort to raise awareness on poverty and hunger.
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Still running and jumping
NSAC dual athlete Janice Cameron has a passion for sports
Being an athlete isn’t just about what’s in your feet, it’s about what’s in your heart, according to Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) dual athlete Janice Cameron. More....
NSAC delivers educational component of unique apprenticeship program
NSAC will be presenting certificates of achievement to the first class of a new farm technician apprenticeship program in PEI this Friday, February 25, 2011. More....
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week launched at NSAC
March 13 – 19, 2011
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week will officially launch year two of Canada’s agriculture safety campaign “Plan • Farm • Safety” on March 11th, 10 a.m., at NSAC, Riverview Room, Jenkins Hall. More....
NSAC President's List Posted
NSAC will honour its best and brightest tonight Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 as 136 student names are added to NSAC’s President’s List. More...
ACAA Athlete of the Week – Cassandra Teed
NSAC first year Enterprise Management student Cassandra Teed is the ACAA Athlete of the Week. More....
The CFI Awards $115,000 to NSAC in Support of three of its Top Researchers
The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) announced today that it has awarded $115,000 to Nova Scotia Agricultural College in support of three projects led by Drs. Sharifi, Corscadden and Prithiviraj. More....
NSAC Career Fair January 12th 2011
Bible Hill--Bankers, landscapers and researchers are only a few of the professionals who will be taking part in NSAC Career Fair 2011 Wednesday, January 12th at the Langille Athletic Centre on the university’s Bible Hill campus. More....
Early Stage Commercialization Fund Awarded to NSAC
Nova Scotia Agricultural College has been awarded nearly $42,000 from Innovacorp in support of two important research projects led by Drs. Zaman and Rupasinghe. More..
NSAC working to sustain the Christmas Tree Industry in Atlantic Canada
Bible Hill - Christmas tree growing and exporting is a $100 million industry in Atlantic Canada employing 20,000 people. In the future, most of these trees may be NSAC created “SMART Balsams.”
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NSAC awarded Canada Research Chair valued at $500,000
Bible Hill--Research excellence at NSAC was awarded today with the presentation of a Canada Research Chair valued at $500,000 to the Bible Hill university. More...
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