The Future of Farming: A Conversation with Dr. Youbin Zheng

U of G scientist Dr. Youbin Zheng thrives on solving practical problems. How do you produce fresh vegetables in the dead of a Canadian winter? How do you ensure cannabis grown for medical use is safe, consistent, and sustainable? His answers have led to breakthroughs in plant lighting, rootzone management, and even the use of AI to optimize production. In this interview, Zheng shares what sparked his passion for controlled environments, the myths he’s debunked in cannabis science, and how local CEA food production could make people and the planet healthier.

Read the story: The future of farming: A conversation with Dr. Youbin Zheng on the Canadian Science Publishing blog.