Dr. Lord Abbey

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lord Abbey is an Associate Professor specializing in Amenity Horticulture at Dalhousie University, where he focuses on health-based sustainable food systems, food security, and the production of vegetables and fruits. With an academic background that includes a Ph.D. in Plant Science from Cranfield University, and significant experience in horticultural research and education, he is committed to advancing knowledge in the fields of plant responses to biotic and abiotic stress factors, soil nutrient management, value addition, and compost utilization. Abbey has supervised various graduate and undergraduate research projects, emphasizing innovative approaches such as integrating biostimulants and bio-products in agricultural practices. Additionally, he holds adjunct positions at Memorial University and Brandon University, further enhancing his educational impact through collaborative research and teaching. He has secured multiple research funding awards and has contributed to international development projects aimed at improving vocational education in agriculture, supporting his commitment to lifelong learning and professional development in adult education.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor, Amenity Horticulture

2014-01-01 — Present

Dalhousie University • Truro, NS

Teaching courses and conducting research in Amenity Horticulture, focusing on sustainable practices and food security.

Adjunct Professor

2019-07-01 — Present

Memorial University • St. John's, NL

Teaching and supervising research projects in the Faculty of Science.

Adjunct Professor

2015-07-01 — Present

Brandon University • Brandon, MB

Involved in education and research in the Faculty of Science.

Awards

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Mervin Maxwell Award

2014-06-01