Dr. Aman Deep
Dr. Aman Deep currently serves as the Director of Research, Development and Technology (DRDT) at the Agriculture and Agri-food Canada (AAFC), overseeing the St-Jean-sur-Richelieu Research and Development Centre, Living Laboratories, and the AgroClimate, Geomatics, Earth Observation, and Agri-Environment Resilience Centre. Furthermore, he provides national leadership to shape and advance plant health research and technological developments, thereby contributing to an agriculture and agri-food system that is environmentally sustainable, socially responsible, and economically viable.
Before assuming his current position, Aman gained a wealth of experience through various roles of escalating responsibility at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Over his decade-long tenure at CFIA, Aman played an instrumental role in advancing agency priorities across diverse domains, including operations, policy development, program implementation, international trade, and research management.
Academically, Aman holds both a Master of Science and a PhD from the esteemed University of Saskatchewan, underscoring his dedication to scholarly pursuits and research excellence. Outside the professional realm, Aman enjoys listening music and embarking on travel adventures with his wife and daughter.