Shaping the Future of Agri-food and Rural DEVELOPMENT 

Canadian Agri-food & Rural Advisory, Extension and Education - CAREE

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Extension 4.0: Disruption and Transformation in Agri-food and Rural Development

Scholarly and policy discussions, both globally and regionally, have long been captivated by a compelling question: Does Canada possess a truly effective agri-food and rural extension and advisory service? While Canada boasts a rich legacy of success in crop production, livestock management, environmental stewardship, and rural support, there remains a conspicuous gap. 

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Why Attend CAREE?

Networking with Industry Leaders

Network with influential professionals, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from across the agri-food and rural development sectors. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate, share ideas, and expand your professional network, contributing to the future of extension and advisory services in Canada.

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A Cross-sectoral Perspective into Agri-food & Rural Innovation

Learn about how cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, precision agriculture, and digital tools are transforming the landscape of agri-food & rural extension and advisory services. Gain insights into how these innovations are shaping the future of advisory services in crop, livestock, environment and rural development.

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Shape the Future of Extension Services

Be part of an important dialogue on the future of extension, advisory, and educational services in Canada. Engage in discussions that will influence policy, curriculum changes, and best practices, ensuring that Canada’s agricultural and rural sectors remain competitive and sustainable. Your contribution will be part of the scant reference materials (peer-reviewed proceedings and/or edited volume) available for Canadian agri-food, rural advisory, extension and education scholarship

Navigating the Future of Agri-food & Rural Development

As Canada’s agri-food and rural sectors undergo significant changes, it is crucial to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of our extension and advisory services. This conference's theme, "Extension 4.0," will address these critical issues and provide a platform to discuss the future of these services in a rapidly transforming environment. With the rise of digital technologies, emerging policies, and new strategies, this conference will highlight the challenges and opportunities for strengthening Canada’s agri-food and rural extension and advisory services.

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Insight into the Evolution of Extension Services

Learn how agricultural extension has evolved from traditional methods (Extension 1.0) to today’s digital-first advisory systems (Extension 3.0) and explore the future with Extension 4.0. Understand the impact of new technologies like AI, precision agriculture, and large language models on extension practices and knowledge mobilization

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Engage with Global, Regional, National and Provincial Experts

This conference provides a unique opportunity to engage with scholars, policymakers, and industry leaders from across Canada and beyond. Share insights, exchange ideas, and learn about global trends in agricultural extension that can inform Canada’s approach to rural development and agricultural sustainability.

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Realizing the Vision for Canadian Excellence

Be part of realizing the vision for the excellence of agri-food & rural advisory, extension and education services by focusing on "taking stock moving forward—disruption and transformation of extension, advisory and education in agri-food and rural development."

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Where Innovation Meets Agri-food & Rural Development

This conference brings together thought leaders, researchers, early career professionals and practitioners to discuss the future of agriculture and rural development in the digital age.

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