Tag Archives: biotechnology

All about the Enviropig, straight from the horse’s mouth

Posted on October 26, 2010 by Owen Roberts

Few advances in science from the University of Guelph have generated as much interest as the Enviropig,  which has been genetically altered to excrete less phosphorous. You can learn about the Enviropig firsthand from Guelph scientist Cecil Forsberg, who was … Continue reading →

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This biotech cradle is ready to rock

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Owen Roberts

Europeans aren’t big fans of biotechnology. They never embraced it the way North America did. And despite about 20 years of apparently safe production and consumption here, some people still aren’t convinced. But don’t tell that to the good people … Continue reading →

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Innovation cluster could be Guelph’s future

Posted on April 19, 2010 by Owen Roberts

Guelph’s already a national leader in agri-food innovation, but it’s only skimmed the surface, according to a new report commissioned by the city, the University of Guelph, the Guelph Partnership for Innovation, the chamber of commerce and Conestoga College. I … Continue reading →

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