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Centre for Innovation

Agriculture Innovation

At the Centre for Innovation (C4i), we collaborate with industry, researchers, and students to advance agriculture through technology, data, and applied research. Our ag-focused projects explore cutting-edge solutions in areas such as precision farming, automation, and sustainable production — helping producers and businesses enhance efficiency, resilience, and environmental performance. 

Below are highlights of our agriculture innovation projects, showcasing the real-world impact of collaboration between Medicine Hat College, our partners, and Alberta’s growing agri-tech ecosystem. 

Together, we’re closing the gap between innovation and implementation.
Aerial view of farm equipment vehicles harvesting a field
Project Profile:

Forage Intercropping Drone Applications in Silage Corn

This project explores the effectiveness of broadcast seed applications through DJI AGRAS T40 drone technology for intercropping select forages within established silage corn fields in Southeast Alberta.
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An aerial view of a circular irrigation system in a green field
Project Profile:

Irrigation Management

This research project aims to enhance water-use efficiency in timothy hay production through data-driven irrigation management, including soil sensor data and optimizing irrigation scheduling.
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A beekeeper scrapes honeycomb from a beehive
Project Profile:

Beehive Management

This research project explores the potential benefits of insulation on beehive productivity by comparing traditional versus insulated beehives.
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A close-up of wheat in a wheat field
Project Profile:

Multi-Variety Dryland Wheat Trial

This project examines the performance of a multi-wheat variety blend versus a single wheat variety under dryland growing conditions in Southeastern Alberta.
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Chelsey Ehresman

Manager, C4i
Tel: 403.502.8481
Email: innovation@mhc.ab.ca

Economic Impact of Agriculture
Click here to view and download the 2024 Economic Impact of Agriculture in Southeast Alberta PDF document.

Funding Opportunities and Resources Booklet for AB's Agriculture and Agri-Food Sector