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The growing global food crisis, exacerbated by climate change and economic inequality, demands urgent action. As highlighted by the recent Food Banks Canada HungerCount report, millions of Canadians are struggling to access nutritious food. This crisis, coupled with signs that the food-banking system, our food system’s unintended last line of defense, is reaching its absolute … Continued
A more resilient food system is one that fosters creative innovation and empowers local communities, panelists said during “Building Resilient Food Systems For All,” a Climate Week NYC Summit held in partnership with the Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph. And resilience isn’t one-and-done—the term describes the active progress we need to be … Continued
The world is facing many wicked problems – including a rapidly changing climate, political instability, biodiversity loss, and an increasing population, predicted to reach 9 billion by 2050 or earlier. All of these challenges will impact our ability to produce enough food for the world. Food systems are at a crossroads, with all eyes turning … Continued
Food security, achieved when all individuals have reliable access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious foods, is a cornerstone of any robust food system and essential for a thriving society. Yet, due to a combination of economic, social and environmental factors, food insecurity is continually rising and threatening the well-being of our communities and the efficiency … Continued
Imagine you are a budding hazelnut farmer full of bright ideas, but you’re unsure as to how to get those ideas off the ground both sustainably and profitably. With so many things to consider, including supply chain costs, farm-to-market lead times, and responsiveness to changes in supply and demand, it can be intimidating to know … Continued
The winners of this year’s Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards are trailblazing new opportunities to provide sustainable, nutritious food to the world, growing connections across communities, and innovating to improve our food systems from production to consumption. Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Arrell … Continued
Having been ranked #1 for best campus food in Canada, it is no surprise that the University of Guelph is renowned for its excellence in food and dining. This excellence is the result of a dedicated team of award-winning chefs, managers, and staff that ensure that every meal on campus is an enjoyable experience for … Continued
A group of four University of Guelph graduate students have been awarded with the prestigious Arrell Scholarship. The scholars represent a range of agri-food expertise.
Did you know that the University of Guelph has a Food Market on campus that provides affordable fresh fruit and vegetables to the University of Guelph community? The goal of the market is to combat food insecurity by helping students to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. The market started in 2022 as a collaboration with the … Continued