Don’t miss these upcoming Agri-food cybersecurity events!

Rogers cybersecure catalyst at the Toronto Metropolitan University is hosting 2 free virtual events to bring you and your business up to speed on the very important issue of cybersecurity.

Don’t miss these 2 events: a panel discussion on September 29th from 10-11 am. And a cybersecurity bootcamp every Thursday from October 2nd – November 5th from 10-12pm.

Cyber Integration for Businesses : Agri-Food Panel

This virtual session will explore the evolving landscape of the agri-food sector and the cybersecurity challenges that come with it. The expert panel will cover topics such as cybersecurity threats, strategies, and best practices for resilient building design and operations. With a focus on the concerns and challenges of small and medium-sized businesses, this panel will offer insights on:

  • Introduction to cybersecurity in the Agri-Food sector
  • Cybersecurity trends and strategy
  • Cybersecurity risk management
  • Emerging technologies and future trends

Where: Virtual

When: September 29th from 10-11 am

Registration: Register here

Cyber Integration for Businesses: Agri-Food Bootcamp

This specialized bootcamp is designed for staff working in the Agri-Food sector – ideally, those with responsibility for technology planning, procurement, integration, and operations. Programming will include experiential learning, interactive discussions, and access to insights from cybersecurity experts. Learners will be provided job aids such as checklists and templates for use within their organizations, and qualifying companies will also gain access to a one-year associate membership within CCTX. Topics include:

  • The Agri-Food Cyber Threat Landscape
  • Foundations of Cyber-Risk Management
  • Third-Party & Supply-Chain Security
  • Security-by-design Principles and IoT Security
  • Incident Response and Cyber Resilience
  • Emerging Technologies and future trends

Where: Virtual

When: every Thursday from October 2 2025 – November 6 2025 from 10 am-12 pm

Register: Register here

Other Resources

Not sure if attending these events is worth your time?

Take the online cyber integration for businesses self assessment here. This assessment generates a report that identifies critical shortcomings and provides insights for improving your organization’s cybersecurity.

Download or have a look at the case study below. It highlights how easily a cyber attack can happen at a dairy farm. Though it is not a greenhouse specific example, the dairy sector uses computers, sensors and climate control similar to our industry.

Cyber attack case study dairy_AAFCDownload


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