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BMO donation to USask supports research in regenative agriculture

A significant contribution to the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will be used to push forward research focused on the future of food in Canada.

BMO Financial Groups will contribute $2 million to the institution based in Saskatoon for a soil analytical lab as well as a new research chair position.

BMO Private Wealth Canada Regional President June Zimmer said after touring the university facilities, she said it was exciting to see the incredible work the graduate students are already doing.

“We’re looking to support critical research into regenerative agriculture. The investment is also going to help support the harnessing digital capabilities, which will share data and grow understanding from those labs,” she said. “Thirdly, we’re really excited to be able to enable world leading training for students in advanced agricultural practices.”

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