Innovation

9:45 AM

Cherilyn Jolly-Nagel – Farmer, Speaker, Advocate and Host of Canada’s Farm Show Launch Pad

Welcome and Greetings

CFS Presented by Viterra. The Launch Pad Presented by Deloitte.

Cherilyn Jolly-Nagel kicks off the AGTECH ACCELERATOR’s Global Agtech Summit at Canada’s Farm Show. This full-day summit will connect farmers, founders, and funders by providing an exclusive look at the future of agriculture and agtech innovation.

10:00 AM

Cadmus Delorme

Indigenous Inclusion in Agriculture | Reviving Farming Roots

Join us for an engaging keynote with Cadmus Delorme, former Chief of Cowessess First Nation, where he will discuss the future of Indigenous agriculture, including the opportunities and challenges facing Indigenous peoples in the industry.

Cadmus will share his experiences and showcase how Cowessess First Nation successfully implemented large-scale farming operations. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from one of the leading voices in Indigenous agriculture.

10:45 AM

Industry Panel

The Agtech Advantange | How Technology is Accelerating Agriculture

Step into the world of agtech for a captivating discussion as a panel of esteemed corporate voices shares their insights on the future of agriculture. This dynamic panel comprises thought leaders, innovators, and experts from various backgrounds, brought together to shed light on the rapidly evolving landscape of agriculture and the transformative potential of technology within the industry.

The panelists will discuss the importance of strategic partnerships, collaboration, and industry synergies in driving the success of agtech ventures worldwide.

11:15 AM

Samuel Fournier

ChrysaLabs Product Launch | Supercharging Soil Monitoring

Fresh off a $15M raise, ChrysaLabs is bringing smart farming technology to the field so you can make decisions on the spot.

ChrysaLabs uses advanced AI and spectroscopy scans to analyze the soil’s chemical signature in under 30 seconds. Reducing the time between soil sampling and actionable results allows producers to make the right decisions that lead to precise actions, higher yields, reduced costs, and increased sustainability.

11:45 AM

Alain Goubau

Path to Acquisition | Harvesting Innovation with Combyne

Join Alain Goubau, CEO of Combyne Ag, as he shares his founder journey and the path to acquisition of Combyne Ag by Bayer Crop Science in early 2023.

Discover how Combyne’s farmer-centric crop marketing revenue and risk management tools led to the acquisition and gain insights to how their on-farm and off-farm software tools optimize farm operations and decision-making in grain marketing.

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM

Crop Intelligence

Alana Serhan B.Envr AAg – Territory Business Agronomist

Andrea De Roo M.Sc. P.Ag. CCA – Director of Agronomy

PRODUCT LAUNCH:

Crop Intelligence, New feature update – Real time insights

Product Launch Presented by Deloitte

Advances in agronomy and technology are changing the way we farm. The team at Crop Intelligence is excited to share new product enhancements that continue to inform producers of their true yield potential.

Join us as we highlight the real time insights Crop Intelligence can bring to your farm.

1:15 PM – 1:25 PM

Carson Green, Entrepreneur in Agriculture

Cherilyn Jolly-Nagel, Host of Canada’s Farm Show Launch Pad

FIRE SIDE CHAT:

A Young Agripreneur’s Story

Cherilyn sits down with Carson Green, a young entrepeneur from Mossbank, Saskatchewan area for a fire side chat about his story in Agriculture.

Find out what he does, how he started his career in Agriculture at such a young age, his stories to share along the way, the most memorable opportunity he’s had so far, advice for other young entrepreneurs, and where he sees himself five and ten years from now.

1:30 PM

Global Investor Panel

Cultivating Capital | A Global Perspective on Investing in Agtech

Unlock the secrets of successful agtech investment as industry experts take the stage, sharing valuable insights and strategies for high-potential technologies in agriculture.

This discussion will delve into the nuances of evaluating agtech startups and assessing their potential for growth and impact. Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in this sector, as well as strategies to identify and seize investment prospects that have the potential to revolutionize the future of agriculture.

2:15 PM

Producer Panel

Breaking Ground | A Producer Perspective on Agtech Innovation

During this engaging discussion, the panelists will delve into their personal experiences with agtech adoption, highlighting the challenges faced, lessons learned, and the tangible results achieved. They will share stories of how innovative technologies, such as precision agriculture tools, automated machinery, smart sensors, and data analytics, have transformed farming practices and improved overall outcomes.

2:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Demo Day

AGTECH ACCELERATOR | Global Innovation in Action

Cultivator, Emmertech, and Economic Development Regina have partnered to accelerate the growth of agtech through the AGTECH ACCELERATOR program.

Watch as 16 high-growth agtech companies from across the Globe (9 Canadian, 1 Australian, and 5 United Kingdom) pitch their innovations in hopes of securing a deal with investors in the audience.

Schedule subject to change