Third Ag-Tech Days News
The Centre for Precision Agriculture and Sustainability hosted its third Ag-Tech Day on March 26, 2025. The event brought together around 100 in-person attendees, a large online audience, and farming community representatives to explore innovative collaborations, research advancements, and commercialization opportunities in agriculture.
Opening Remarks and CPAS Introduction
The event began with opening remarks from Dr. Steven Bryant, Dr. Pierre Kennepohl, and Dr. Farhad Maleki, who emphasized the pivotal role of precision agriculture and the Centre for Precision Agriculture and Sustainability (CPAS) in driving innovation. Their introductions set the tone for a day focused on fostering collaboration among academia, industry, and farming communities to advance sustainable and economically viable agricultural solutions.
Presentations
After the opening remarks, a group of industry, academic, and farming community leaders took the stage to deliver a series of engaging presentations. Mac Hunik (Threshold UAV), Tom Gruszowski (Verge Ag), Damilare Odumosu (CropMind), Brady Stadnicki (AdFarm), Simon Loewen (TerraLink Horticulture, New Era AI), Megan Croft (SVG Ventures THRIVE), and Jeff Kwok (AdvancedUAV Tech Inc.) shared their insights into various aspects of precision agriculture and sustainability. Their talks covered a diverse range of topics, stimulating thought-provoking discussions and offering attendees valuable perspectives on the current challenges and emerging opportunities in agriculture.
Panel: AI in Agriculture – Challenges & Opportunities
The “AI in Agriculture: Challenges & Opportunities” panel brought together experts Dora Tamas (Creative Destruction Lab – Rockies), Maris Apse (Innovate Calgary), Marcus Samuel (University of Calgary), Kelly Krahulic (Carrot Ventures), and Matt Gosling (Premium Ag Solutions Inc) to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping modern farming. Panelists shared insights into current applications of AI, from precision crop management to predictive analytics, and discussed the challenges of data integration, infrastructure, and adoption in the agricultural sector. The conversation was deepened by audience questions, sparking an engaging dialogue on the future of sustainable agriculture and the transformative role of emerging AI technologies.
Networking Session: Connecting Ag-Tech Enthusiasts
Ag-Tech Day 3 featured a dynamic networking session, bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and innovators. This informal gathering provided attendees with the opportunity to exchange ideas, explore collaborations, and discuss emerging trends in agricultural technology. The session fostered meaningful connections, strengthening community ties and inspiring future partnerships.