Doug Cattani

Doug Cattani serves as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Plant Science within the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences at the University of Manitoba's Fort Garry campus in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His position encompasses leadership responsibilities alongside active research and teaching roles in sustainable agricultural systems.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Plant Production Ecology (Wageningen University, 2000)
• MSc in Plant Breeding (University of Manitoba, 1987)
• B.S.A. in Plant Science (University of Manitoba, 1983)

Dr. Cattani's research program centers on herbaceous perennial species for integrated food, feed, fiber, and fuel applications. His work spans plant breeding, agronomic development, and climate adaptation, with current projects targeting intermediate wheatgrass (Kernza) domestication for human consumption, perennial forage systems for beef production, C4 grasses for bioenergy, and climate change mitigation strategies. He teaches PLNT/ANSC 4410 Grassland Agriculture and PLNT 0750 Forage and Pasture Production, emphasizing practical applications in western Canadian agriculture.

Analysis of his 2021-2024 publications reveals concentrated efforts in perennial grain development, particularly intermediate wheatgrass, using machine learning for grassland mapping, and climate-resilient cropping systems. His work demonstrates strong integration of breeding, agronomy, and environmental science to address Prairie-specific agricultural challenges.

No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. While his teaching responsibilities and research leadership are evident, specific grant funding details and student advising records were not included in the source information.