Sarah-Louise Ruder
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Dr. Sarah-Louise Ruder is a leading voice in the critical study of agricultural futures, with her work bridging the gap between technological innovation and social equity. Her research centers on the sociotechnical dimensions of agri-food systems, exploring how digital farming, big data, and emerging technologies reshape rural communities and food production. In her highly cited 2025 paper, "Sociotechnical imaginaries for Canadian agri-food futures: a farmer survey" (8 citations), she pioneers a farmer-centered approach to understanding how different visions of agricultural technology compete and coexist. Her foundational 2019 work, "A Digital Agricultural Revolution" (5 citations), remains a key reference for scholars examining Ontario grain farmers' perceptions of precision agriculture, from satellite pest control to robotic tractors. Dr. Ruder’s contributions are notable for centering farmer voices in debates often dominated by technologists and policymakers, revealing the complex trade-offs between efficiency, sustainability, and equity. Her research has become essential reading for students and researchers interested in the social implications of digital agriculture, food sovereignty, and the contested futures of farming in Canada and beyond.
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