Genome Alberta is inviting Canadian scientists to submit research proposals related to livestock genetics.
The Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency has provided $4.8 million to support research with direct benefits to the beef, dairy and pork sectors, said Genome Alberta chief executive officer David Bailey.
“This is new money for new projects. It is not in support of existing projects,” Bailey said.
Proposals need to focus on animal health, productivity or traceability and should be running by year end.
The projects must benefit the Alberta livestock sector and producers will help approve proposals to ensure they deliver results the meat industry needs.
“We do not want to see applications that do not have industry support,” Bailey said.
Created in 2005, Genome Alberta is a publicly funded organization that initiates, funds, and manages genomics research and partnerships. It is one of six genome centres in Canada.
Alberta projects have included research on pine beetle DNA, beneficial microbial populations in the oilsands and a study on the uses of 75 medicinal plants.
