Food...
A simple word that can mean very different things to different groups.
Food is delicious, essential, wonderful. Food can also be a challenge, confusing, scary. And the production of food is a complete mystery to many urban dwellers.
Social media has been a blessing and a curse for those who have an interest in food production. Unfortunately, too many use unfounded fears to influence the public’s food choices.
During my talks, I help the audience navigate the many misinformation-filled blind alleys and rabbit holes to arrive at a better understanding of the realities of food and its production.
I particularly love the Q&A session after each talk. When possible, I try to stay until there are no more questions.
My talks are:
- Delivered with passion and humour
- Informative
- Based on sound science
- Thought-provoking
- Designed to help the audience gain confidence with their own future discussions
- Tailored to each audience
Get in touch today to discuss having me speak at your next function or event.
“We would like to thank you for taking the time to present your views on Genetically Modified Organisms at Committee of the Whole meeting. Your presentation was very professional and very informative.”
Duncan City Council
Example speaking topics
- Genetically Engineered Crops: Past, Present, & Future
- New Breeding Technologies & Food Production
- Regulating GE Crops
- Understanding the Science & Policies of GE Crops: A Global Perspective
- Bio-fortification of Crops
- Sustainable Agriculture
- The Future of Food Production
- Are GE Crops Right for MY Farm?
- Social Media: Marketing Your Farm
- Farmers: Tell Your Story
- Food Marketing
- Fear Marketing of Food
- Social Media During the “Death of Experts” Era
- Aquaculture
Do you have an idea for a discussion? Would you like to learn more about how my talks are tailored to your audience and topic? Get in touch!
“Thank you for your presentation at the CAFA event. Great information and insight.”
Canadian Association of Farm Advisors Conference
Book Robert to speak at your next event.
Want to hear an informative, passionate, and often humorous speech at your group or organization’s next event? Start by contacting me through this website.
We’ll start with a no-obligation phone or email discussion where we can chat about your needs to determine if we’d be a good fit.
Previous Engagements
Over the years I have been fortunate to host and participate in a wide variety of discussions about food production and sustainable agriculture. Below you'll find just some of the groups and organizations I have had the pleasure of working with.
Past Presentations
Food Evolution Screening (Host)
Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo 2018
Food Evolution Screening (Guest Speaker)
Victoria 2017
Food Evolution Screening (Panel Member)
Guelph 2017
Biotechnology Literacy Project Bootcamp
Guelph 2017
Canadian Farm Progress Conference
Regina 2015
Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (Keynote Speaker)
Saskatoon 2015
Dairy Farmers of Manitoba Board of Directors
Winnipeg 2015
Biotechnology Literacy Project Bootcamp
Gainesville Florida 2014
Association of Vancouver Island Communities Conference
Sooke 2013
Sustainability Conference
Kelowna 2013
Groups & Organizations
City Councils
- Nanaimo
- Duncan
- Richmond
- Saanich
- Ladysmith
- Campbell River
- Courtenay
Post-Secondary Institutions
- University of Victoria
- University of British
- Vancouver Island University
- Kwantlen Polytech University
- University of Manitoba
- University of Florida
- University of Guelph
Rotary Clubs
Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, Richmond, Surrey, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Chemainus, Shawnigan Lake, Comox, Courtenay, Campbell River, Sooke, Colwood, Sydney, Sydney by the Sea, Saanich, North Saanich, Qualicum Beach.