Projects not using a Research Centre

Rapid analysis of soil properties and fertility using Mid Infrared Spectroscopy

Lead Applicant: Adam Gillespie

Research Priority: Soil Health

Program Type: Tier 1

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Valorization of Ontario agro-waste and recycled vegetable oil into green flame-retardant materials for sustainable electronic applications

Lead Applicant: Amar Mohanty

Research Priority: Competitive Production Systems

Program Type: Tier 1

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Close encounters: Improving greenhouse IPM (Integrated Pest Management) outcomes through experience-based learning

Lead Applicant: Rose Buitenhuis

Research Priority: Plant Health & Protection

Program Type: Knowledge Translation and Transfer – Mobilization

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Advancing the science of Knowledge Translation and Transfer using a community-engagement approach: Co-developing private water well best management practice awareness and education materials

Lead Applicant: Sheri Longboat

Research Priority: Water Quality & Quantity

Program Type: Knowledge Translation and Transfer – Research

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Towards sustainable freshwater aquaculture in Ontario: Knowledge dissemination, collaboration, and dialogue among researchers and research users

Lead Applicant: Neil Rooney

Research Priority: Sustainable Production Systems

Program Type: Knowledge Translation and Transfer – Mobilization

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Research Summary: This project will bring together First Nations, regulators, researchers, feed producers, fish farmers and commercial fishers to open a dialogue about ways to improve the sustainability of aquaculture practices.

Delivering training to Ontario fish farmers and Indigenous communities for the culture of Lake Whitefish

Lead Applicant: Marcia Chiasson

Research Priority: Animal Health & Welfare

Program Type: Knowledge Translation and Transfer – Mobilization

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Research Summary: This project will create and share best practices for the culture of lake whitefish with fish farmers and Indigenous communities to help expand Ontario whitefish production and contribute to rural economic development.

Soil health assessment and planning capacity building and resource development

Lead Applicant: Kari Dunfield

Research Priority: Soil Health

Program Type: Knowledge Translation and Transfer – Mobilization

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Research Summary: This project will develop easy-to-use resources based on the OMAFRA Soil Health Assessment and Planning (SHAP) tool, making it practical to implement, and supporting sustainable soil management practices in Ontario. 

Expanding local food procurement in Ontario: Sharing research insights and supporting a local agri-food economy

Lead Applicant: Sara Epp

Research Priority: Strong Rural Communities

Program Type: Knowledge Translation and Transfer – Mobilization

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Towards an integrated Indigenous food security strategy for Ontario: Supporting Indigenous food sovereignty and agri-food initiatives

Lead Applicant: Sara Epp

Research Priority: Strong Rural Communities

Program Type: Knowledge Translation and Transfer – Mobilization

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA

Assessment of pathogen burden in market ready lamb, sheep, goat and pork in Ontario

Lead Applicant: Shu Chen

Research Priority: Food Safety

Program Type: Tier 1

Funding Cycle: 2023/2024

Research Centre: NA