1st International Conference on Canadian Agri-food & Rural Advisory, Extension & Education (CAREE)
Theme: Shaping the Future of Agri-food and Rural Development
Address: Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Date: October 29–31, 2025
Organiser: Farm Management Canada
We are excited to welcome you to the 1st International Conference on Canadian Agri-food & Rural Advisory, Extension and Education (CAREE) — a landmark event hosted in Guelph, Ontario, Canada’s leading hub for agri-food innovation and rural research.
With the theme “Shaping the Future of Agri-food and Rural Development,” this conference offers a timely and essential platform for professionals, researchers, and community leaders to exchange knowledge, spark innovation, and co-create sustainable pathways for the future of agri-food systems and rural communities.
Conference Objectives
- Advance Innovation in Extension and Education
- Explore new models, tools, and practices that are transforming agricultural extension, rural advisory services, and agri-food education in Canada and around the world.
- Bridge Research, Policy, and Practice
- Strengthen the connection between evidence-based research, field practices, and public policies that impact rural livelihoods and food systems.
- Foster Collaborative Solutions
- Create opportunities for multi-stakeholder collaboration across sectors — academia, government, industry, and community — to address complex rural challenges.
- Promote Inclusive Rural Development
- Highlight strategies that ensure equity, resilience, and sustainability for marginalized and underrepresented rural communities, including Indigenous voices.
Benefits of Attending
- Interdisciplinary Networking: Meet and collaborate with extension agents, educators, researchers, farmers, NGOs, and policymakers.
- Practical Skill Building: Participate in hands-on workshops, interactive panels, and case study presentations.
- Access to Research & Innovation: Learn about cutting-edge research and projects shaping rural and agri-food systems.
- Policy Engagement: Contribute to discussions that influence rural development policy and funding frameworks.
- Canadian & Global Perspectives: Understand the Canadian experience while engaging with international insights and best practices.
Who Should Attend?
This conference is open to anyone with a professional or academic interest in rural and agri-food development, including:
- Agricultural Extension & Rural Advisory Professionals
- Agri-food Educators and Trainers
- Researchers and Academics in Rural Studies, Agriculture, and Development
- Government and Policy Advisors
- NGOs and Non-profits working in Rural and Food Systems
- Farmers, Producer Groups, and Agri-businesses
- Indigenous Knowledge Holders and Community Leaders
- Graduate Students and Early Career Professionals
Who Can Apply?
Open to:
- Individual professionals and students
- Research teams and academic institutions
- Community organizations and NGOs
- Government bodies and policy institutions
- Workshop leaders and abstract presenters (Call for Papers opening soon)
- Sponsors and exhibitors (Contact organizers for partnership opportunities)
Join us in Guelph, Ontario — the heart of Canadian agri-food excellence — to help shape the future of rural and agricultural systems, both at home and globally.
Stay tuned for updates on registration, abstract submissions, and program highlights on the official CAREE Conference website- https://caree.ca/
