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Speakers
Each year we strive to bring in the most relevant, up to date, informational speakers possible to Manitoba Ag Days. This year is no exception: the program has been finalized for the 2026 show and the depth of knowledge in this list is profound!
We could not put on such a world class speaking event if it were not for our partnerships with FCC, MNP, Manitoba Agriculture, Manitoba Canola Growers Association, Manitoba Crop Alliance and the Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Association and of course the presenters themselves. We thank you for partnering with us for the 2026 Show!
CCA's make sure you plan your day so you can take in these sessions! We have applied for 33.5 Credits!!
7 IPM, 6 CM, 2.5 NM, 1.0 S&W and 17.0 PD.
Dr. Harmeet Singh Chawla, Professor
Sessions
- Verticillium Stripe: Because Farming Wasn’t Hard Enough Already10:15 am Tuesday, January 20 – FCC Theatre
Dr. Harmeet Singh Chawla is an Assistant Professor of Plant Genomics and Breeding in the Department of Plant Science at the University of Manitoba.
His research focuses on developing disease-resistant and climate-resilient canola and wheat varieties using genomics, molecular breeding, and field-based screening.
He works closely with producers and industry to translate research outcomes into practical breeding tools and on-farm solutions.
Dr. Chawla leads several collaborative projects across Canada and internationally, with a strong focus on Verticillium stripe resistance and genomic selection to accelerate canola improvement.
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David Beaudin
Minister of Agriculture and Associate Minister of Environment & Climate Change, Manitoba Metis Federation
Sessions
Austin Gellings
Senior Director of Agriculture Services, Association of Equipment Manufacturers
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Brittany Wood
Senior Manager, Transportation & Trade Policy, Canadian Canola Growers Association
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