Hebert Grain Ventures has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Olds College of Agriculture & Technology to solidify the two organizations’ efforts to work together to improve innovation and growth in the agriculture industries of Alberta and Saskatchewan.
The partnership between the farming company and the post-secondary institution will include joint efforts in farming, precision agriculture, student development, research and economic growth.
A primary area of collaboration will involve sponsoring grants for applied research projects.
Through these grants, Olds College and Hebert Grain Ventures will support research initiatives focused on emerging technologies and practices in agriculture.
The research and development is expected to focus on data management, environmental sustainability and variable rate technologies.
