The conference focuses on the following topics to explore concepts, frameworks, methods, tools, experiences, and empirical evidence related to the transformative processes of the agri-food system and rural development. We invite submissions from cross-sectoral (e.g., crop, livestock, environment and rural), provincial, interdisciplinary and global perspectives within agri-food & rural advisory, extension, and education. We hope the conference will help us get some insights into the overarching questions: What does agri-food & rural advisory and extension look like across Canada? Is it worthwhile to work on this topic, especially considering our global and regional reputation? What is the rigour and value of this discipline for those supporting agri-food systems and rural development? How can we tap into regional networks, such as the North American Agricultural Advisory Network? How does our approach compare to that of our neighbours in the USA, Europe and other jurisdictions?

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