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

Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
An aerial view of a field with a tractor plowing crops as part of agri-food research operations.

U of G is leading the expansion of Ontario’s agri-food research infrastructure with a $41M investment from the Government of Ontario. The upgraded facilities — including the Ontario Poultry Research Centre and the Ontario Feed Innovation Centre — will support cutting-edge research, foster innovation and deliver real-world solutions for producers and agribusinesses...

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U of G Research Powers Ontario’s Agri-Food Future

Monday, October 6th, 2025
A person pulling carrots out of the ground.

During Ontario Agriculture Week, the University of Guelph highlights its leadership in agri-food innovation. Researchers are advancing AI-powered crops, robotics and food security solutions through partnerships with industry and government. By combining hands-on training with cutting-edge research, U of G is helping farmers, strengthening Ontario’s economy and preparing the next generation of agri-food leaders...

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Feeding the Future: U of G’s Plan to Strengthen Ontario’s Agri-food Sector

Monday, October 6th, 2025
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A new report captures key ways the University of Guelph can help strengthen Ontario’s agri-food sector and position the province as a global leader through innovation, collaboration and infrastructure. 

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U of G Researchers Expand Community Healthy Eating Project

Monday, September 29th, 2025
Headshots of Jess Haines to the left and Ashleigh Domingo to the right

University of Guelph professors Dr. Jess Haines and Dr. Ashleigh Domingo have received $1.39 million from the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Healthy Canadians and Communities Fund to expand the Food Uniting Neighbours (f.u.n.) project. Co-designed with local communities, the initiative reduces barriers to healthy eating. The funding was announced at The Shelldale Centre...

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U of G Engineer Develops Robotic Lima Bean System

Thursday, September 25th, 2025
The robotic weed managing weeds in lima bean crops

University of Guelph researchers, led by Dr. Medhat Moussa, have developed an AI-powered robotic system that maps weed density and directs precise herbicide use. Partnering with Nortera Foods and Haggerty AgRobotics, the technology reduces chemical use, lowers costs, boosts crop health and yields, and makes practical, affordable farm robotics accessible across Ontario and beyond...

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Feeding the Future Report Outlines Path for Ontario Agri-Food

Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Rene Van Acker and Shayan Shariff holding a copy of the Feeding the Future report.

The Feeding the Future report was released at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. Drawing on insights from more than 300 farmers, innovators, industry leaders and researchers, the report identifies five sector priorities and outlines a roadmap built on three pillars – talent, commercialization and infrastructure and industry-aligned research – to position Ontario as a global leader in sustainable food systems...

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Royal Society of Canada Recognizes Seven U of G Researchers

Thursday, September 4th, 2025
From top left to bottom right: Headshots of Dr. Evan Fraser, Dr. Jacqueline Murray, Dr. Beth Parker, Dr. John Russon, Dr. Jennifer Geddes-McAlister, Dr. Diana Lewis and Dr. Heather Murphy.

For the second year in a row, seven University of Guelph faculty have earned recognition from the Royal Society of Canada, the nation’s leading body of distinguished scholars, researchers and artists. Four faculty have been named Fellows, while three have been inducted into the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists...

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U of G Researcher Advances AI-Powered Soybean Breeding

Friday, August 29th, 2025
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By Janan Shoja Doost 

A researcher at the University of Guelph is utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and hyperspectral imaging to transform soybean breeding, enabling faster, smarter and more...

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U of G Researcher Uses AI Robots to Fight Crop Disease

Thursday, August 21st, 2025
An AI robot in a field

 

By Janan Shoja Doost 

A University of Guelph researcher is using artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics to improve how crop diseases are detected and managed, making the process faster, more accurate and more efficient for farmers. 

Dr. Gurjit Randhawa, a professor in the School of Computer Science within the College of Computational, Mathematical, and...

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U of G Neuroscientist Named to Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
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Dr. Melissa Perreault, a neuroscientist at U of G’s Ontario Veterinary College, has been named a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. Her translational research explores sex differences in brain disorders, advancing inclusive, personalized treatments. She also champions Indigenous neuroethics, integrating cultural knowledge into science, mentoring youth and researchers, and...

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