Mike Schellenberg Email & Phone Number

Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada

Intending to stay active in field of range and forage industry. Presently seeking opportuities.

Swift Current, Sk

Since 1996, Dr. Schellenberg has conducted and directed forage plant ecology research in the disciplines of breeding, restoration ecology, seed ecology, agronomy, forage quality and animal nutrition. His activities reflect his diverse research interests and skills in forage/range livestock production and agro-ecosystems. His work has focused on improving knowledge of introduced and native plant communities through development of simplified plant communities thus providing economically… Show more Since 1996, Dr. Schellenberg has conducted and directed forage plant ecology research in the disciplines of breeding, restoration ecology, seed ecology, agronomy, forage quality and animal nutrition. His activities reflect his diverse research interests and skills in forage/range livestock production and agro-ecosystems. His work has focused on improving knowledge of introduced and native plant communities through development of simplified plant communities thus providing economically, environmentally and nutritionally sustainable forage resources to the livestock industry. Dr. Schellenberg presently leads Western Canada’s only native plant forage research program. He has been and is the lead or principal investigator for a number of studies dealing with native plant ecology, plant-animal interface, trace element uptake by forage and food crops and seed ecology. He has also served as local manager for periods of time over the last 15 years.Dr. Schellenberg's communication skills are evidenced by cloe to 100 peer reviewed articles, several chapters and manuals, over 100 public presentations and several media inteviews the past 10 years.Dr. Schellenberg is a Certified Professional in Rangeland Maangement, Licensed Professional Agrologist, Associate Plant Breeder recognised by the Canadian Seed Growers Association and an Adjunct Professor with the University of Saskatchewan. Show less

Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada

Dr. Schellenberg has conducted and directed forage plant ecology research in the disciplines of breeding, restoration ecology, seed ecology, agronomy, forage quality and animal nutrition. His activities reflect his diverse research interests and skills in forage/range livestock production and agro-ecosystems. His work has focused on improving knowledge of introduced and native plant communities through development of simplified plant communities thus providing economically, environmentally and… Show more Dr. Schellenberg has conducted and directed forage plant ecology research in the disciplines of breeding, restoration ecology, seed ecology, agronomy, forage quality and animal nutrition. His activities reflect his diverse research interests and skills in forage/range livestock production and agro-ecosystems. His work has focused on improving knowledge of introduced and native plant communities through development of simplified plant communities thus providing economically, environmentally and nutritionally sustainable forage resources to the livestock industry. Dr. Schellenberg presently leads Western Canada’s only forage shrub research program. He has been and is the lead or principal investigator for a number of studies dealing with native plant ecology, plant-animal interface, trace element uptake by forage and food crops and seed ecology.Dr. Schellenberg is a Certified Professional in Rangeland Maangement, Licensed Professional Agrologist, Associate Plant Breeder recognised by the Canadian Seed Growers Association and an Adjunct Professor with the University of Saskatchewan. Show less

Phd, Plant/Animal Interface

PhD Animal/Plant Interface Thesis topic: Ecotypes of winterfat and impact on cattle nutrition

Msc, Plant Science

MSc Plant Science Thesis: Pasture rejuvenation utilizing sodseeded alfalfa