Our Sympathies: Helen Fisher
The OAC community mourns the passing of Dr. Helen Fisher, who passed away on March 23rd, 2025.
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Addressing Food Insecurity by Fostering a Community of Care at U of G
As a co-op student for the Ontario Agricultural College, I have had the chance to learn about different experiential learning opportunities on campus. Experiential learning is a unique way for students to gain real-world experience to achieve a deeper understanding of their learning while building skills helpful for future careers and schoolwork.
U of G Researcher Receives Federal Grant to Study Climate Adaptation at Giant Mine
Dr. Nicolas Brunet from the University of Guelph’s School of Environmental Design and Rural Development in partnership with RFS Energy and the Giant Mine Oversight Board has received $466,438 in federal funding to support research on climate adaptation in the mining sector.
U of G, Charlotte Products Ltd. Announce New Chair in Soil Management
Improving soil health is the goal of a University of Guelph soil scientist who has been named the inaugural Charlotte Products Ltd. Chair in Net Zero Soil Management.
New Weed Science Professor Set to Drive Innovation at the Ridgetown Campus
The University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Isabelle Aicklen as the new Ontario Bean Growers (OBG) Professor in Weed Management. She adds to OAC's world-class expertise in agriculture and weed science and will take an active role in driving innovation at the Ridgetown Campus.
U of G Appoints Dr. John Cranfield Dean of Ontario Agricultural College
Dr. John Cranfield, a respected and long-standing member of the University of Guelph’s faculty, has been named the new dean of the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).
Adopting AI to Improve Global Ag Systems – PhD Candidate Uduak Edet
Uduak Edet, a PhD candidate in Rural Studies at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College (OAC), is making waves with her research on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools into agricultural practices in Nigeria.
Avocado Molecule Helps Delay Leukemia in Mice, U of G Researchers Find
A new study by University of Guelph researchers shows avocados may protect the bone marrow against severe diseases, including leukemia. The study, published in Nutrition and Cancer, was conducted on a mouse model of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), one of the most devastating types of leukemia, as well as a diet-induced form of obesity.
OAC receives a $4 million boost to enhance soil research thanks to The Jarislowsky Foundation
The University of Guelph is advancing soil health and climate resilience with a new $4 million investment, establishing the Stephen A. Jarislowsky Chair in Climate-Smart Soils. This endowed chair will lead research to enhance soil care, mitigate climate impacts, and promote food security, aiming to lead global innovation in agricultural sustainability.
New Alumni Awards Celebrate Excellence in Agriculture
The Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) at the University of Guelph announces two new awards that recognizes alumni’s outstanding contributions to agriculture. These awards, managed by OAC’s Alumni Association, seek to honor exceptional individuals who have made significant impacts on their professions, communities, and the broader agricultural sector.