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Food, Fear & Affordability Discussion Panel at University of Saskatchewan
February 10 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Location: WP Thompson Building Room 106 on University of Saskatchewan Campus
or Online
Biology/Geology building 114 Science Place, Campus Drive
Celebrate Canada’s Agriculture Day
Ever wonder what truly is the most sustainable way to grow food in Canada? Notice a trend in your weekly grocery bill? We are inundated with numerous different ideas, concepts and influencer opinions around food, but what’s actually best for our people, our communities and our country?
University of Saskatchewan’s Sustainable Agricultural Innovation and Food, along with Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan have teamed up to organize a discussion panel where all are welcome to participate. “Food, Fear, and Affordability” will bring together speakers to explore some of the challenges facing our food systems.
Our panelists will bridge the conversation between economics, culture, and ecology, offering a full view of creating a less fearful, more sustainable, and affordable food future.
To watch this event online, please click this link:
https://usask-ca.zoom.us/j/97361222170?pwd=O5xumVVkF2yPgBavOjHXvw5uMTy7US.1
This event is free and registration is recommended for the in person event.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, a leading voice in food distribution and policy, will address the economic pressures driving food prices and the factors influencing consumer confidence and food security. He will provide insight into supply chain dynamics, market trends, and policy solutions for affordability.
Terry Lerat is the ReconciliAG Advisor for the National Circle for Indigenous Agriculture and Food, and a lifelong resident of Cowessess First Nation. In 2007, Terry founded 4C Farms on Cowessess First Nation’s land to cultivate their agriculture heritage through cattle ranching and farming, now consisting of 7,000 acres and 250 bred cows. Terry’s goal is to bring the spirit and intent of the treaties to First Nation communities across Canada through farming.
Dr. Mitch Weegman is an ecologist and conservation expert. He is the Ducks Unlimited Canada Endowed Chair in Wetland and Waterfowl Conservation and Associate Professor at the University of Saskatchewan. He will discuss environmental factors and conservation needs affecting agricultural landscapes and draw attention to how climate change, land use, and wildlife management intersect with food production and the long-term sustainability and safety of our food supply.