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Alfons Weersink is a Professor at the University of Guelph's Ontario Agricultural College, specializing in Agricultural Economics and Policy. He holds a B.Sc. (1982), M.Sc. (1984), and Ph.D. (1989) in Agricultural Economics from the University of Guelph, Montana State University, and Cornell University, respectively. His research focuses on agri-food policy, environmental impacts of farming, and technological innovation in agriculture.
- Affiliations: Department of Food Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of Guelph
- Education: B.Sc. (Honours) in Agriculture (1982), M.Sc. in Applied Economics (1984), Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics (1989)
His work emphasizes applied economic analysis, including the feasibility of technologies like biomass crops and methane digesters, and the cost-effectiveness of farm practices. He frequently advises policymakers on agricultural policy and environmental sustainability. Alfons is also an assistant coach for the Gryphons women’s varsity soccer team.
Research Interests: Agri-food policy, climate change impacts, farm structure evolution, and interdisciplinary approaches to agricultural challenges. His work bridges economics, environmental science, and policy to address sustainability and innovation.
Notable Contributions: Pioneered studies on nitrogen management practices and their environmental-economic trade-offs, analyzed the role of cross-compliance in agricultural policy, and evaluated the economic viability of emerging agricultural technologies.
- Awards: Fellow of the Canadian Agricultural Economics Society (2014), OAC Alumni Distinguished Researcher Award (2006)
His research on greenhouse gas mitigation strategies and soil health practices has informed both academic and policy circles. Alfons collaborates with organizations such as the Agricultural Management Institute and serves as a panel member for interdisciplinary initiatives.
