Andrew M. Hammermeister

Andrew M. Hammermeister is an Associate Professor and Director of the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC) at Dalhousie University's Department of Plant, Food, and Environmental Sciences. He is affiliated with the College of Sustainability and holds an adjunct position at the University of Manitoba. His research focuses on organic agriculture, agroecology, cropping systems, soil fertility, weed management in field crops and orchards, biodiversity, and land reclamation. He teaches courses such as AGRI1000 (Agricultural Ecosystems) and AGRN2001 (Cereal-Based Cropping Systems).

He has authored or co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on topics including organic weed management, soil quality, and sustainable practices in fruit and grain production. His professional affiliations include the Nova Scotia Institute of Agrologists, the Organic Value Chain Roundtable, and the International Society of Organic Agriculture Research (ISOFAR). He has contributed to reports for organizations like the Prairie Organic Grain Initiative and led research prioritization efforts for Canadian organic agriculture.

• Key Roles: Director of OACC, Adjunct Professor (University of Manitoba), Task Force Lead (Organic Value Chain Roundtable).
• Research Themes: Organic farming systems, perennial fruit management, soil health, and sustainable crop rotations.
• Grants & Collaborations: Involved in Canada’s Organic Science Cluster, contributing to policy and practice integration.

Hammermeister’s work emphasizes bridging research with practical applications, advocating for organic agriculture’s role in sustainability and profitability. He frequently presents at conferences and advises on organic certification standards, including contributions to the Canadian Organic Standards review.