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Our Research Focus.

The Simpson Centre conducts research across multiple domains to address the interconnected challenges facing Canadian agriculture. Our work is guided by collaboration with agri-food stakeholders.

Our Reseach Pillars.

Guided by our mission & vision for Canada's sustainable food future, The Simpson Centre conducts research across three core areas of impact.

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AG & ECONOMICS.

Advancing agricultural economics to strengthen food systems, farm viability, and Canada's role in global food security.

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AG & SOCIETY.

Examining agriculture's environmental and social impacts to advance sustainability, health, and resilience.

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AG LITERACY.

Translating agricultural research into accessible knowledge to inform public dialogue and decision-making.

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Trade Policy & Supply Chains.

Trade Policy & Supply Chains.

Examining Canada's position in global markets, supply chain resilience, and policies affecting agricultural competitiveness and export opportunities.

Digital Transformation & Ag Tech.

Digital Transformation & Ag Tech.

Investigating how precision agriculture, data management, and emerging tech can drive efficiency, productivity, and sustainability.

ABDIAG Program.

Water & Natural Resource Management.

Water & Natural Resource Management.

Addressing critical water security challenges, groundwater quality, regional disparities in resource valuation, and holistic governance approaches for Canada's agricultural water future.

Carbon & Climate.

Carbon & Climate.

Exploring emissions reduction strategies, carbon sequestration opportunities, regenerative practices, and climate adaptation while maintaining productivity.

Animal Health & Welfare.

Animal Health & Welfare.

Advancing care innovation, disease burden assessment, antimicrobial stewardship, and telemedicine to improve animal health outcomes and support producer decision-making.

Regenerative Agriculture & Transition Financing.

Regenerative Agriculture & Transition Financing.

Defining the practices and investigating payments and finance models for ecosystem services and the transition towards regenerative agriculture.

Food Systems & True Cost Accounting.

Food Systems & True Cost Accounting.

Quantifying the hidden environmental, social, and health costs and benefits of food production to inform more holistic approaches to agricultural sustainability assessment.

Agricultural Research Investment.

Agricultural Research Investment.

Mapping Canada's agri-food research funding landscape, assessing alignment with strategic priorities, and comparing our innovation ecosystem with international competitors to strengthen research effectiveness.

Public Understanding & Food Literacy.

Public Understanding & Food Literacy.

Addressing misinformation, facilitating stakeholder dialogue, and connecting agricultural producers and consumers through our Agricultural Literacy for Healthier People and Planet initiative.