Recent years have exposed the interplay of environmental factors and geopolitical events heightening global volatility. This article dives into pressing global issues and innovative approaches to bolstering food systems resiliency. Read more: reut.rs/4eYiSKs

#UofG | Dr. Evan Fraser talks to The Atlantic about the impact of food shortages on the grocery shopping experience. CSAHS, University of Guelph Guelph Geography Arrell Food Institute Evan D. G. Fraser Read more: theatlantic.com/health/archive…

With Food Day Canada approaching on August 3, AFI invites you to celebrate Canadian food. Join us on July 25 from 5-7 pm for the screening of "A Nation's Table," a documentary exploring the life work of Anita Stewart. bit.ly/3Y6n5pD #FoodDayCanada Food Day Canada

Move over AI, this GIS solution to counting corn is low-cost and replaces manually counting corn plant. Read more about it: foodfromthought.ca/case-study-see… #Technology #Research #Innovation #AgTech

If action isn’t taken to address why people are working more and producing less—resulting in lower wages— then the growing discontent among workers & businesses could set the economy back even further than where we are today. See what we're reading here: bit.ly/3W3AyvF

Missed our last Deep Dish Dialogues event on Local Food Production? Don't worry! You can access the full recording of the event, including an event summary by heading to our webpage: bit.ly/46jTA5B

With Food Day Canada approaching on August 3rd, we want to shine a spotlight on topics across the food spectrum, including nutrition. Our first article, featuring U of G's Hospitality Services Dietitian Jessie Trupp, focuses on campus nutrition. Link: bit.ly/46ko7Ab

Join us on July 25 from 5-7 pm for the premiere screening of the brand new documentary short film, A Nation's Table, which explores the life's work of Anita Stewart, the "patron saint of Canadian food". Register now: bit.ly/3Y6n5pD #FoodDayCanada

The spread of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus H5N1 is unprecedented, affecting animals on all continents except Oceania, with the United Nations labeling it “a global zoonotic animal pandemic.” Check out what we are reading here: bit.ly/4eSlMAB

It was so lovely to have you join us Senator Rob Black. Thank you for coming to join us at the premiere and share a few words.

AFI Director, Evan Fraser, shares crucial insights in his op-ed for The Globe and Mail: "Our fragile food supply chain was built for a world that no longer exists." 🔗 tgam.ca/3LHEKfE #FoodSystems #ClimateResilience #GlobeAndMail

“There are many options available to farmers to protect soils – the key is finding ones that fit with the farm operation, the cropping system and the soil. That’s the challenge,” states Van Eerd. Check out what we are reading here: bit.ly/3S4Pc4J

AFI is pleased to shine a light on the $6.6 million in federal funding received from Genome Canada for the development of two new genomics hubs at U of G. Read more: bit.ly/4c6Udkq

Missed our documentary premiere? No worries! You can now watch the brand new documentary short film, A Nation's Table, exploring the life's work of Anita Stewart by using this link: bit.ly/3Syfix5

In celebration of Food Day Canada tomorrow (August 3rd), we want to highlight the essential role of food security in creating a robust and sustainable food system. Read now: bit.ly/3LPZJNC #FoodDayCanada #FoodSecurity #CommunityFood

Food Day Canada is finally here! Whether you're grilling up local vegetables, savouring fresh seafood, or baking your favourite bread, join us in supporting Canadian food. Learn more about how we're celebrating: bit.ly/3rsKvXT #FoodDayCanada

Calling All Agri-Food Innovators! 📣 Arrell Food Institute is excited to announce the 2024 Agri-Food Pitch Competition, where companies can showcase transformative ideas and compete for a grand prize of $20,000! 🔗 Apply Now: bit.ly/4cnQ6As

We are excited to highlight a scholarship opportunity from Food from Thought (FfT). This scholarship is valued at $6,050 CAD with the deadline approaching on September 11, 2024. Learn more: bit.ly/3Xuzxi0

Arrell Food Institute invites you to a special event in partnership with the Guelph Centre for Urban Organic Farming (GCUOF) on Wednesday, September 11th from 3 to 4:30 pm. Spots are limited. Register now: bit.ly/47fpu3x

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Sadaf Mollaei as the Arrell Chair in the Business of Food and Dr. Sara Edge as the Arrell Chair in Food, Policy & Society! Learn more about our experts: bit.ly/4edTcZ0