U of G News
BBC Consults Food Economist on Rising Grocery Prices
Speaking to BBC News, Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics, discussed which grocery items cost more due to tariffs.
Political Scientist Talks Federal Byelection on CTV National News
Speaking to CTV National News, Dr. Julie Simmons, professor in the Department of Political Science, discussed the debate ahead of the federal byelection in rural Alberta.
Upholding Justice, Equity and Dignity on Emancipation Day
August 1 marks Emancipation Day in Canada – a solemn and powerful reminder of the historic day in 1834 when the Slavery Abolition Act laid the foundation for a pathway to freedom for enslaved people. On this day, we reflect on the enduring, painful legacy of slavery, colonialism, and anti-Black racism, and we honour the strength, resilience, and contributions of Black communities across this…
What’s Open at U of G on the Civic Holiday 2025
The University’s normal business operations will be reduced on Monday, August 4 for the Civic Holiday. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, August 5. Service areas open on Monday, August 4 include: Campus Safety Officers are on duty all day, every day, all year, including during statutory holidays. They may be reached at 519-824-4120, Ext. 52000, in case of emergencies and at Ext.
CTV News Consults Infectious Disease Specialist on Ostrich Farm Avian Flu
Dr. Scott Weese, chief of infection control at the Ontario Veterinary College, spoke to CTV News about plans to cull a B.C. ostrich flock due to avian flu.
Biologist Discusses Honey Bee Deaths in Globe and Mail
Speaking to The Globe and Mail, Dr. Brendan Daisley, a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, discussed how reducing antibiotic use could result in more honey bee deaths.
Food Business Expert Talks Restaurant Menus with CTV News
Dr. Sadaf Mollaei, Arrell Chair in the Business of Food in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, spoke to CTV News about how restaurant menu items are linked to obesity rates.
More Honey Bees Dying, Even as Antibiotic Use Halves
Despite tighter restrictions on antibiotics used in Canadian beekeeping, honey bee death rates are still rising. A new study led by University of Guelph researchers, published in Nature Sustainability, is the first large-scale project to assess antibiotic usage trends and their impact on honey bee health in Canada. The withdrawal of antibiotics, following recent regulation changes…
U of G Invites Community Input on New Garden Honouring Campus Conservatory
In Spring 2026, the University of Guelph will begin construction of an on-campus garden that will celebrate the importance of the DM Rutherford Family Conservatory and honour its role in the University’s history. This project will be conceptually designed by landscape architecture students from the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development. The University is seeking…
Saving Monarch Butterflies Requires Immediate Cooperation Between Canada, U.S. and Mexico
Conservation efforts to protect the eastern North American monarch butterfly for future generations will require a coordinated effort between Canada, the United States and Mexico, according to new research published by Dr. Ryan Norris, ecologist in the Department of Integrative Biology and Dr. Tyler Flockhart, a population biologist and former PhD student at the University of Guelph.
Campus Safety Update: High-Risk Offender
The Guelph Police Service (GPS) has posted an update regarding a high-risk offender who was released from custody on July 24. To help ensure the safety of our campus community, the University of Guelph shared this update on social media, and it will be shared by the Campus Security Office (CSO) on the SafeGryphon app. The individual has a history of violence that includes two stranger…
Cybersecurity Expert Talks Airline Pricing with Globe and Mail
Dr. Ali Dehghantanha, Canada Research Chair in Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence and professor in the School of Computer Science, spoke to The Globe and Mail about how airlines tracking data could make flights more expensive.
Food Economist Talks Canadian Grocery Labels with ‘The National’
Speaking to CBC’s The National, Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics, discussed the need for transparency when labelling foods as Canadian at the grocery store.
U of G First International Campus for Renowned U.S. Science Program
High school students across Canada and the United States are spending the summer at the University of Guelph, gaining hands-on science experience in state-of-the-art labs and facilities. The students are part of SSP International’s (SSPI) Summer Science Program, a renowned STEM program that offers immersive experiences for Grade 11 students at campuses across the United States.
Making Old Drugs New Again: U of G Researchers Identify New Target for Antifungal Resistance
Fungal infections, which are often deadly in people with weakened immune systems, have become increasingly difficult to treat. That is because the widespread use of antifungal drugs in medicine and agriculture is driving resistance to the limited arsenal of available medications. Rather than searching for new antifungals, researchers from the University of Guelph are pursuing a different…
Food Economist Discusses Independent Grocers with Yahoo! Finance
Speaking to Yahoo! Finance, Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics, discussed how independent grocers differ from box stores by offering local options.
Investing in a Resilient Agri-Food Sector: Province Powering U of G Research With $5.4M
A strong local food supply that protects farmers, the supply chain and the environment: that’s the goal of $5.4 million in provincial funding for 28 University of Guelph research projects. The investment comes from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness through the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, a collaboration among the University of Guelph, the Government of Ontario…
Global Food Expert Pens Commentary on Supply Management in The Globe
In a commentary for The Globe and Mail, Dr. Evan Fraser, director of the Arrell Food Institute, argued Canada must protect the dairy industry’s supply management system as it comes under threat from the U.S. trade war.
Avian Flu Vaccines Underway at U of G: Inside the Research
Dr. Fatemeh Fazel left her home in Iran to research avian flu at U of G. Now she’s working on what could be a game-changer for vaccines. This is part three in a series of feature articles highlighting how University of Guelph researchers are working to combat HPAI avian flu. In Mashhad, Iran, Dr. Fatemeh Fazel was an early-career veterinarian when she saw the devastation of avian…
Trending Labubu Dolls ‘Inherently Unsustainable,’ U of G Prof Warns
The colourful plush Labubu dolls taking over the internet are leading to unsustainable consumption, according to a marketing researcher at the University of Guelph. Dr. Jing Wan, a professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Economics who studies emotional, ethical and sustainable consumption, says the collectable toys have been rising in popularity in recent months, thanks in part to…