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New faculty boosts field crop entomology expertise at Ridgetown Campus

U of G’s Ridgetown Campus once again has a dedicated entomologist that will boost its teaching and research impact. Leading entomologist, Dr. Jocelyn Smith is Ridgetown’s new Assistant Professor in Field Crop Entomology. Dr. Smith will continue to be based out of the Ridgetown Campus as she joins OAC’s School of Environmental Sciences.

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Belize and Beyond: Lara-Nicole Cochrane's Ridgetown Experience

Lara-Nicole Cochrane, an agriculture diploma graduate from U of G's Ridgetown Campus, chose the program for its strong agri-food focus and close-knit community. Her two years were packed with hands-on learning, research collaborations, and a life-changing trip to Belize. Discover Lara-Nicole's unique Ridgetown journey!

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Creating a more environmentally sustainable agriculture and food system

From breeding for less potent dairy cattle burps to promoting green ammonia in crop production, tackling climate change impacts from Canada’s agricultural sector is the goal of two national and international research projects being co-led by researchers at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).

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