U of G Explores the Future of Food at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair celebrates its 101st anniversary this year and the University of Guelph will return to engage visitors in its innovative research, bringing an educational perspective to the celebration of the very best food, livestock and horsemanship in Canada.

U of G’s exhibit at the fair, centered on the Future of Food, promises an interactive experience and opportunities to learn about careers in the agri-food sector. Attendees will engage with student ambassadors – U of G’s emerging leaders – to learn about One Health and its work connecting animal, human, land and plant health.

Visitors can learn about the ways U of G researchers are advancing vertical farming, climate resilience, biodiversity, soil health, food security, AI and technology and much more. Learn how researchers are using robotics to detect plant disease and developing new methods to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables using cold plasma.

“The University of Guelph is proud of our continuing relationship with the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair,” said Dr. Rene Van Acker, interim vice-president (research). “The Royal is an ideal venue for showcasing how our cutting-edge researchers are transforming the future of food and agriculture, changing the way we grow, think about and consume food.”