Dr. Katanda, Yeukai
Current Status: Research Coordinator – LL-NL
Email: ykatanda@grenfell.mun.ca
I am a passionate soil scientist specializing in soil fertility, nutrient management, soil health, and cover crops. I hold an M.Sc. Soil Science from the University of Manitoba and a PhD in Environmental and Life Science from Trent University. My work experience includes research, teaching, and land information systems management.
Current research topic
With more than eight years' experience in agricultural experimental designs, statistical analyses, and scientific writing, I support proposal development, management, and implementation of complex and collaborative projects, such as CleanTech (2019 – 2021) and the NL Living Lab.
Eric Fordjour
Current Status: PhD Candidate
Email: efordjour@grenfell.mun.ca
I have an MPhil in Crop Protection (Entomology), an MSc. In Agronomy (Plant Functional Genomics), and a BSc. in Agricultural Technology. My research methodology and projects are multidisciplinary and involve collaborations with the industry partner, other scientists or end users, and academic institutions in the fields of agronomy and plant biochemistry. My work focuses on the growth, yield, and phytochemical profile of cannabis.
Current research topic
"Effects of organic based nano-particle application on the growth, yield and phytochemical profile of cannabis under controlled environment"
Kidanemariam, Almaz A.
Current Status: PhD Candidate
Email: aakidanemari@grenfell.mun.ca
Gradated my B.Sc. Chemistry from Mekelle University, Tigray, Ethiopia. Worked for 3 years at Arba Minch university in lecturer position following my M.Sc. in water and wastewater treatment completion from Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia. Prior to my admission to Memorial university, I finished MSc in Environmental sciences from the university of Trier, Germany.
Current research topic
“Formulation and production compost from seafood waste”
Abid, Hafiz Usama
Current Status: M.Sc Candidate
Email: huabid@grenfell.mun.ca
I completed my B.Sc (Hons) Agricultural Sciences majoring in the subject of Agronomy from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad Pakistan. Currently, I am a grad student in Boreal Ecosystem and Agricultural Sciences (BEAS) program at Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland. I am working on biochar and dairy manure project to evaluate the effects of biochar and dairy manure specially on carbon sequestration, microbial community structure and abundance and forage production under boreal climatic condition.
Current research topic
Effects of dairy manure and biochar applications on soil biotic and abiotic properties under boreal climate.
Adelowokan, Abiodun A.
Current Status: Master's program
Email: aaadelowokan@grenfell.mun.ca
I completed my first degree in Agricultural Economics and extension, from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria, Africa. I worked with a telecommunication company both as an analyst and specialist for a couple of years, I am currently working on designed vertical hydroponics system to be used by indoor growers for leafy vegetables to enhance healthier lifestyle.
Current research topic
Evaluation of the efficiency of small-scale and low-cost vertical garden hydroponics systems designed for indoor growers in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Anyanwu, Gift O
Current Status: MSc
Email: goanyanwu@grenfell.mun.ca
I completed my first degree in environmental botany at University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria. I worked in the department of botany, University of Lagos as a teaching and research assistant for four years and obtained my second degree which is a master’s degree in botany. I am currently working on optimizing rock dust as a growing media to improve the growth and development of vegetables.
Current research topic
Effect of different Proportions of Rock dust-based Growing Media for Vegetables.
Khan, Muhammad Musa
Current Status: M.Sc. Candidate
Email: muhammadmk@grenfell.mun.ca
I obtained a bachelor's degree in agriculture science, with a specialization in horticulture from The University of Agriculture Peshawar, Pakistan. Currently, I am enrolled in a master's program in the boreal ecosystem and agriculture sciences at Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland.
Current research topic
Evaluating Phosphorus Utilization Efficiency of Wheat Genotypes Under Different Phosphorus Conditions.
Usman, Muhammad
Current Status: M.Sc. Candidate
Email: muhammadu20@grenfell.mun.ca
I Completed my Bachelor’s in Agricultural Sciences with specialization in soil science from University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan. Currently I am working in Agricultural Clean Technologies program with focus on evaluating short term effect of corn-based rotation system and Nitrogen stabilizers on soil carbon pools, active microbial communities' abundance and structure and associated enzyme activities in podzolic soils under boreal climate condition. The main goal of this research is to expand our knowledge on effect of crop rotation and nitrogen stabilizers on carbon sequestration in podzol soils under boreal climate. Outcomes of this research can be considered for long-term decision-making strategies such as climate change, greenhouse gas mitigation, nutrient use efficiency, in achieving sustainable agriculture.
Current research topic
Effect of crop rotation and nitrogen fertilizer stabilizers on Soil carbon pools, enzyme activities and active microbial population in boreal climate.
Ahmad, Sharjeel
Current Status: Master
Email: sharjeela@grenfell.mun.ca
I completed Bachelor’s in Agriculture from Arid Agriculture Univeristy, Rawalpindi, Pakistan. After that I worked in National Microbial Culture Collection Program (NCCP), National Agriculture Research Center (NARC), Islamabad, Pakistan as “Research Associate” (RA).
Current research topic
“Assessing the potential of legume-cereal cover crops (CCs) mixtures in faba bean cropping system under boreal climatic conditions”
Bukhari, Syed Jahanzaib Rasool
Current Status: Master
Email: sjrbukhari@grenfell.mun.ca
I did my B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture with major discrimination Agronomy from a well-known university, Bahaduuin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan. After completion of my degree, I worked as Research Assistant in the project “Forage preference of Black bugs on the basis of different Forage classes” ath the department of Forestry and Range Management, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Current research topic
“Assessing the forage potential of legume-cereal cover crop mixtures in silage corn under boreal ecosystem”