U of G to Guide Expansion of Ontario’s Agri-Food Research Infrastructure

The University of Guelph will lead the construction and revitalization of critical agri-food research capacity, powered by a $41-million investment in Agricultural Research and Innovation Ontario (ARIO) research infrastructure from the Government of Ontario. 

This funding commitment reinforces U of G’s role as a cornerstone of Ontario’s agri-food innovation ecosystem and ensures that high-impact research can continue to deliver real-world solutions for Ontario’s producers, agribusinesses and researchers. 

“The University of Guelph is proud to partner with the province and the agri-food sector to lead the development of more than $200 million in research infrastructure over the past 15 years,” says Dr. Rene Van Acker, U of G president and vice-chancellor. “As operators, stewards and primary users of these ARIO facilities, U of G puts this infrastructure to work for industry — supporting producers, serving agribusinesses and driving innovation. This investment will continue to build resilience, improve productivity, strengthen competitiveness and ensure Ontario’s agri-food sector remains a global leader.”

U of G will manage the design and construction of these cutting-edge spaces, which are part of a research station network owned by ARIO, an agency of the Government of Ontario.