Dr. Rex Newkirk

Associate Professor

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Biography

Rex Newkirk is an Associate Professor in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan, currently on sabbatical leave. He holds the Ministry Agriculture Endowed Research Chair in Feed Processing Technology. His research focuses on enhancing the feeding value and consistency of feed ingredients, utilizing by-products, and employing novel technologies for grain sorting and ingredient processing. Notable areas of his expertise include processing technologies that increase the nutritional value of by-products such as canola meal and DDGS, along with methods to remove anti-nutritional factors. Newkirk has contributed significantly to the field with numerous publications addressing the impact of processing conditions on nutrient digestibility and performance in livestock. His academic background includes a Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. in Animal Poultry Science from the University of Saskatchewan, demonstrating his extensive knowledge and commitment to advancing the discipline through research and education.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.