Food Farm Talk

Hot topics in food and farming in Ontario, Canada and beyond. We draw on stories in Canada's agri-food community, research at University of Guelph, and global perspectives. The show celebrates the people, businesses, ideas, and research that shape the food we eat. Broadcast on radio Thursdays at 10 am on CFRU 93.3 FM in Guelph, streaming live on www.cfru.ca, or on podcast on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, and many other platforms. Produced by Paul Smith.

Food Farm Talk is a science podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 91 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 82. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  The Future of Agricultural Knowledge Sharing with Ataharul Chowdhury

  Aug 14, 202635 min

  Ataharul Chowdhury joins Isaac Quansah and Paul Smith to talk about the future of agricultural knowledge sharing through extension and advisory services. Dr. Chowdhury is Associate Professor of Capacity Development and Extension and Program Graduate Coordinator in the Ontario Agricultural College, University of Guelph. Ataharul grew up on a family farm in Bangladesh, and also had opportunities to live, study and work in different countries. He developed a passionate interest in food, agriculture and the environment, and the roles these play in the well-being of communities. Ataharul joined the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, and brings more than a decade of teaching and research experience at universities, non-profits and private foundations in the Caribbean, Canada, Austria, and South Asia. He has collaborated with many leading international partners to help build more sustainable agriculture and rural development in remote and resource-poor communities around the world. More information: https://www.uoguelph.ca/sedrd/people/ataharul-chowdhury https://theconversation.com/canadas-new-food-security-strategy-invests-in-technology-but-overlooks-the-people-who-help-farmers-use-it-286812

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  Isaac Quansah joins Food Farm Talk on CFRU

  Aug 5, 202647 min

  Isaac Quansah is a graduate student in international development in his Capacity Development and Extension Program at the Ontario Agricultural College at the University of Guelph. Isaac is joining Food Farm Talk on CFRU as a host and producer, with Paul Smith. Isaac is from Ghana in west Africa and hopes to play a role in rural development back in Ghana. He grew up in rural Ghana, farming casava, maize, and cocoa with his family. First attending university in Accra, the capital city of Ghana, Isaac came to Canada to study at Conestoga College and then University of Guelph. Isaac’s work at Food Farm Talk on CFRU forms part of his academic studies and reflects his interest in communications and extension, or knowledge mobilization, for rural communities. Isaac and Paul discuss Isaac’s background, interests, and hopes for future career development. They also discuss food security, improving farming practices, and empowering local farmers and rural people in Ghana as well as the roles of central government, municipalities, non-profit organizations, and other actors.

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  Business Case for Climate Solutions - Summer Rewind

  Aug 27, 202559 minS0

  <p>A panel discussion exploring the business case for climate solutions was part of the 2023 Arrell Food Summit: Pathways to Change on November 14, 2023.</p><p>Speakers included:</p><p>- Mauricio Alanis, Director of Sustainability Strategy and Partnerships, Maple Leaf Foods</p><p>- Mohamed Yaghi, Climate and Agriculture Policy Lead, Climate Action Institute, RBC</p><p>- Julie Gartside, Global Head of Integration Management Climate Change Strategies Technical Director, SLR Consulting</p><p>- Ellery Burton, Principal Managing Partner, Alterra Innovation</p><p>- Sally Flis, Director, Sustainability Program Design & Outcome Management, Nutrien Ag Solutions</p><p>The discussion...

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  Food Security: From Excess to Enough - Ralph Martin - Summer Rewind

  Aug 20, 202530 minS0

  <p>Ralph Martin’s book is an evocative mix of science, philosophy, memoir, reflection and manifesto for change. And food and farming tie it all together. Food security is certainly a focus, but the book ranges far beyond a narrow view of that phrase. </p><p>Ralph is a retired professor of plant agriculture at Guelph with an emphasis on organic agriculture and forage crops. The book promo says the following. “Canadians are failing to balance reasonable food consumption with sufficient and sustainable production. The modern agricultural system is producing more and more food. Too much food. </p><p>The cost...

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  First Nations, Agriculture, and Colonialism with Cadmus Delorme - Summer Rewind

  Aug 13, 202527 minS0

  <p>Agriculture played an important role in colonialism and the dispossession of Indigenous peoples. Today it could help build prosperity and reconciliation. We hear from Chief Cadmus Delorme on the history of agriculture and colonialism as it is expressed on Cowessess First Nation, Treaty 4 in Saskatchewan.</p><p>In this episode, Chief Delorme traces the history of his First Nation from before European contact, through signing of Treaty 4, the failure to implement Treaty obligations, and the roadblocks to real First Nations engagement in agriculture from the start. Support for European-style agriculture was promised in the numbered treaties of western Canada...

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