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    Agriculture in Transition: January 21-22, 2025 Fredericton, NB.

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    Agriculture in Transition: January 21-22, 2025 Fredericton, NB.

    A collaborative agriculture summit

    Agriculture in Transition is a collaborative summit designed to tackle New Brunswick’s most pressing agricultural challenges while supporting interdisciplinary connections.

    This foundational event aims to bring together farmers, producers, industry leaders, community partners, policymakers, and researchers to build partnerships and identify actionable solutions to advance the province’s agri-food sector.

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    Dates: January 21-22, 2025

    Location: Kinsella Auditorium, St. Thomas University

    Address: 9 Duffie Dr., Fredericton, NB.

    Cost: $50

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    We will explore three key intersecting ideas

    Through facilitated discussions, engaging presentations, and panels, participants will explore the interconnected dimensions of agriculture, including:

    • Food Security & Food Systems Resilience
    • Precision Agriculture & Technology
    • Socioeconomic Transformation in Agriculture

    Why now?

    New Brunswick faces critical agricultural challenges, including:

    • A food insecurity rate of 22.7%—the second highest in Canada.
    • A lag in academic research and innovation compared to neighbouring provinces.
    • Dr. Peter Phillips – Distinguished Professor Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, Centre for the Study of Science and Innovation Policy, University of Saskatchewan
    • Dr. Brooke McWherter – Research Assistant Professor Agronomy & Horticulture, University of Nebraska- Lincoln

    Who should attend:

    • Farmers and producers 
    • Industry associations
    • Researchers and academics in agriculture, health, and economic development
    • Policy experts
    • Community organizations & non-profits

    Our goals:

    1. Facilitate meaningful dialogue among diverse stakeholders
    2. Highlight opportunities for academic, industry, and community collaboration.
    3. Lay the groundwork for targeted initiatives and future events to strengthen New Brunswick’s agriculture sector.

    This event seeks to address these challenges by promoting a rounded, interdisciplinary approach that breaks down silos and encourages collaboration.

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    Contact information:

    Email the event organizers: agriculture.in.transition@gmail.com

    Phone: 506-457-8346