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The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm (CSFS) is a teaching and research centre that builds community and design, facilitates and models sustainable food systems.

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Our New Strategic Plan

2024-2029

Our food system is in a moment of critical opportunity.

The CSFS is uniquely positioned to develop solutions by bringing together UBC students, faculty, and staff and connecting them to networks of farmers, policymakers, and local and Indigenous communities – grounded by our connection to the land at the UBC Farm.

We aim to have an impact in four key areas: food security, climate, biodiversity, and decolonization.

Our goals are ambitious. We invite you to join us.

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Celebrating UN World Soil Day

 

Celebrating UN World Soil Day: Caring for Soils at UBC Botanical Garden and the UBC Farm Learn all about soil this UN World Soil Day! From what’s in a name to why soil is important, check out the fantastic new article the UBC Farm and UBC Botanical Garden co-authored all about soil. December 5, 2024 […]
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‘Protecting Nature can Safeguard Cities from Floods’

 

Protecting nature can safeguard cities from floods November 26, 2024 A recent study led by Dr. Matthew Mitchell of the faculty of forestry and the faculty of land and food systems highlights how safeguarding key watersheds in Canada can significantly reduce the risk of flooding in urban areas, protecting millions of lives and vital infrastructure. […]
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‘Researchers study how to breed queen bees in Canada’

 

Researchers study how to breed queen bees in Canada November 19, 2024 CSFS Associate Dr. Leonard Foster, a professor of biochemistry and molecular biology at the University of British Columbia, is leading a $4.5 million research initiative focused on breeding queen bees and nucleus colonies in Canada. This project aims to mitigate the significant hive […]
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‘The importance of cooking meat thoroughly: B.C. man says he received raw chicken burgers in KFC delivery 

 

The importance of cooking meat thoroughly: B.C. man says he received raw chicken burgers in KFC delivery  November 18, 2024 Dr. Anubhav Pratap-Singh, a food safety expert from the University of British Columbia, emphasized the risks associated with consuming undercooked chicken, which may harbor harmful pathogens such as salmonella and E. coli. These microorganisms can […]
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‘McDonald's E. coli outbreak now has 75 people sick in the U.S. How can onions, other foods get contaminated and give food poisoning?

 

McDonald’s E. coli outbreak now has 75 people sick in the U.S. How can onions, other foods get contaminated and give food poisoning? October 26, 2024 Dr. Siyun Wang, a professor of food safety engineering, underscores the risks of consuming raw vegetables, which can harbor harmful bacteria like E. coli. Contamination can occur through various […]
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‘How can B.C. protect itself from the next atmospheric river?

 

How can B.C. protect itself from the next atmospheric river? October 22, 2024 Dr. Kai Chan, a professor at UBC’s Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability, advocates for a more nature-based approach to stormwater management. Instead of relying solely on human-made infrastructure like storm drains and pipes, Chan suggests rerouting water through ecosystems. He emphasizes […]
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