From Farms to Classrooms: How Agri-Food and Oil Giants Shape Climate Perceptions—and Why Misinformation Matters
By Dr. Khondokar Kabir, Postdoctoral Fellow, School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, University of Guelph, kabirk@uoguelph.ca Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges we face today, yet misinformation about…
Social, Ethical, and Legal Aspects of AI in Development
By Anthony Akufo, Graduate Research Assistant, University of Guelph Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a central force in global development, offering solutions across various sectors, from agriculture to healthcare. AI promises exciting…
Digital Agriculture and Inclusivity: Empowering Marginal
By Ishaka Maharaj , Graduate Student, University of Guelph The digital transformation of agriculture, often referred to as “Agriculture 4.0,” is reshaping how food is produced, managed, and distributed. This revolution, marked…
Misinformation In Agri-Food : The “Plastic Rice” Scare and Its Impact On Consumer Trust
By Anthony Akufo, Graduate Research Assistant, University of Guelph In today’s world, misinformation can spread faster than ever before. Misinformation is described as incorrect or deceptive information that is shared without the…
Early Career Research Award
Dr. Ataharul Chowdhury received the Early Career Research Award in recognition of his work, particularly in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, knowledge mobilization and addressing agri-food/climate misinformation. The award has been established…
The Triple Win Revisited: the Need of Integrating Social Equity in Climate-smart Agriculture
By Nasir Abbas Khan As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, the concept of climate-smart agriculture (CSA) has emerged as a light of hope. Designed to enhance adaptation, reduce greenhouse…
Edward Asafo-Agyei Defended Thesis
In May 2024, Edward Asafo-Agyei successfully defended his Master’s thesis titled “Examining the Influence of Agricultural Policy Misinformation on Sustainable Agricultural Practices in Ghana’s Planting for Food and Jobs Policy”. In this…
Uduak Edet Defended Thesis
In August 2023, Uduak Edet successfully defended her Master’s thesis titled “The Influence of Information Disorder on Climate Change Adaptation Practices of Farmers in Lagos State, Nigeria”. Her research is significant as…