Podcasts about Olds College

Chad Hughes welcomes Andrew Fulford, Surface Land Manager of Birchcliff Energy, to the show to talk about Birchcliff's unique culture and his thirty-plus-year career. Andrew, who got into the industry by going to Olds College in what was then called the Land Agent Program, got offered his role at Birchcliff twelve years ago, and he reflects on changes in his career and the industry while offering advice to newcomers in the surface land business. Andrew discusses how the always-changing industry offers a lot of opportunity for growth in a career due to the progress and new skill sets required with the shifts. He says it does lead to being a bit of a jack of all trades and includes project management as one of his roles now. One of the things he learned very recently was the role of Indigenous relations when he not only needed to understand the new consultation regulations, but also become immersed in Indigenous history and culture so he could adapt to their way of doing business. Chad and Andrew talk about company culture and what makes Birchcliff so unique and positive. Andrew highlights the relationships frontline people form with communities and the smooth communication they develop. He reflects on how much things have changed in the industry and how the training now would be substantially different than when he first started. His advice to people looking for a career in the industry is to learn about the whole industry, not just land.“... when you first get into the surface land business, if you're passionate about it … I say to people, go to where you will learn the most. Go to those. Look for those places where you will gain the most skills and diverse skills. Don't just focus on one. It may not be the best-paying job that you take off the start, but it's probably the one that's where you're going to learn the most, and it's probably going to take you away from home for longer periods of time. I spent a good part of the first part of my career, you know, behind the wheel of a vehicle and sometimes away from home for 1 to 2 weeks at a time… but I'll tell you what. It paid off in spades towards the latter part of my career. And the skills that I built and the understanding that I had about the business when I did that.” - Andrew FulfordAbout Andrew Fulford:Andrew is the Surface Land Manager for Birchcliff Energy, responsible for surface land access, community and stakeholder engagement, indigenous relations and managing a team of 5 surface professionals.He graduated Olds College in 1986 with a Land Agent diploma and over the next dozen years worked as a consulting landman for several land brokers and a royalty trust company.  In the late 90's he moved “in-house” to the role of Senior Surface Landman for PanCanadian Petroleum, a major exploration and production company which later merged with Alberta Energy Corp. to become into EnCana Corporation.  Here he managed a one of the surface land teams focused on Coal Bed Methane development in southern Alberta.  In 2012 he moved to his present role at Birchcliff Energy Ltd.  an intermediate oil and natural gas company based in Calgary with operations focused on the Montney/Doig resources play in north western Alberta.With over 35 years in the land industry, he has been involved with a diverse variety of projects across all 4 western provinces including acquisition of linear right of ways for powerlines, natural gas and telecom, wellsites, gathering systems and gas processing facilities, freehold and crown mineral land projects, stakeholder and indigenous relations and crown surface land disposition acquisitions.He has worked with the Southern Alberta Institute for Technology to help update and develop their Surface Land Management Course which he also taught for a number of years and has also developed and taught short courses for CAPL and CAPLA (now CALEP and LEMAC) over the past 15 years.Additionally, he has volunteered on various industry committee which presently include the CALEP – Field Acquisition Management Committee and the Olds College, Surface Land Management Program - Industry Advisory Committee.---Chad Hughes | CEO, Entrepreneurial Leader, Author: website |linkedinAndrew Fulford |Surface Land Manager, Birchcliff Energy: website | linkedin

Building a successful leadership and team-building workshop is about putting the right blocks in place to build a base. There is no better example of this than Shanyn Silinski's workshop, Foundations of Team Work, Brick by Brick, one of the many workshops to be held at the upcoming Advancing Women in Agriculture West Conference, March 16 - 18 at the Hyatt Downtown in Calgary. The unique session will utilize Lego as the building blocks for the lessons.  Silinski, a Senior Strategic Partner at Olds College, says she has seen firsthand the power of Lego in team-building workshops after holding similar workshops for companies like Brandt and John Deere. "It's amazing how much you can learn about a team when you strip everything down to something as simple as Lego. People relax, have fun, and suddenly, they work together in ways you wouldn't expect." For more on this story go to ruralrootscanada.com.

This is the first episode of a Futurpreneur sponsored series where each episode highlights a unique founder, diving into the inspiration, challenges, and innovations driving their success in Alberta. From idea to impact, hear firsthand how these entrepreneurs are contributing to Alberta's future and learn what it takes to build and sustain a business today. In this episode Discover how Canada's first all-women and queer-founded brewing company is shaking up the industry through innovative business practices and inclusive leadership. Christina, Excel Brew's founder, transformed a COVID-19 job loss into a thriving $350,000 revenue company that's redefining success in the brewing world. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Mo Al-Taqatqa brings a diverse background spanning finance, IT, space tech, agritech, banking, fundraising, education, nonprofits, and telecom, offering a unique perspective on business growth and innovation. With years of experience, Mo has supported hundreds of startups across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and North America, specializing in business planning, sales strategies, marketing, operations, and securing critical funding. Currently serving as the Business Development Manager at Futurpreneur, Canada's leading nonprofit dedicated to empowering young entrepreneurs aged 18–39, Mo collaborates closely with emerging business leaders to overcome challenges and secure essential financing. In addition, Mo focuses on expanding Futurpreneur's partner and mentor network across Alberta, with a particular emphasis on the Calgary Metropolitan Region. Host: Marie-Laure Polydore is a senior business development professional with over 15 years experience supporting SME's. She has a passion for entrepreneurship, the environment and community economic development. Marie-Laure gained her experience through various industries from the clothing, the paper, the telecommunications industries, to the non-profit sectors. Bilingual, she gave herself the mission to support as many entrepreneurs as possible and she is well position to do so.  Guest: Christina Owczarek XhAle Brew Co.'s founder Christina Owzarek is a Canadian immigrant, Australian expat, & forever citizen of the world. Dedicated to adventure, knowledge, growth, community success & craft beer, Christina has channeled these passions into starting a brewing brand which creates provocative beer for conscious thinkers & drinkers. It is a culmination of over a decade of craft beer travel & study, seven years of professional experience in industry - including being the first woman to teach in the Brewmasters program at Olds College - and a lifetime of trying to find her purpose. Please be sure to share this episode with everyone you know. If you are interested in being either a host, a guest, or a sponsor of the show, please reach out. We are published in Google Podcasts and the iTunes store for Apple Podcasts We would be grateful if you could give us a rating as it helps spread the word about the show. Show Links: XhAle Brew Co.   Show Quotes: "Equity isn't only about money; it's about the tools, time, and talent you bring to the table." "The real strength of a business is surrounding yourself with people smarter than you." "Our approach gives people autonomy and trust in what they do, that's where real innovation happens." Credits... This Episode Sponsored By: Futurpreneur Canada  Episode Music: Tony Del Degan Creator & Producer: Al Del Degan  

Rotational grazing offers a variety of benefits to growers, their crops and livestock. From enhancing cattle productivity to improving forage stands, rotations provide us with substanial value.   Gain valuable insights into the benefits of rotational grazing and the technologies that have advanced its efficiency from Brianna Elliot, Techgonomist at Olds College. This episode of The Dirt will provide growers with helpful information about the reality of rotational grazing and its impact on sustainability based on research performed at Olds College.   To learn more about projects that the Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production is working on, visit www.oldscollege.ca.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On Wednesday's edition of SaskAgToday with Ryan Young: -Kevin Hursh, the Chief Agricultural Editor of SaskAgToday.com is interested to see what yields are once harvest ramps up. -We'll also have a look at how the wheat harvest is going around the world. -The Democrat's Vice-Presidential candidate has strong ties to agriculture. -Farm Credit Canada renewed a financial commitment to Olds College in Alberta.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg on the Weekend. On this show, host Shaun Haney discusses the Saskatchewan weather and crop conditions with Saskatchewan farmer Mike Beckie. Plus hear from: George Gaeke with Olds College on spraying with drones; Hear a clip with Justin Nanninga from a recent Canola School episode on... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio. On today's show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Ken Fry from Olds College in a recent Canola School episode on sweep net tactics for a successful scout; Eric Richter with Syngenta Canada on winter wheat finding a home in Maritime potato rotations;... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to this Agronomic Monday edition of RealAg Radio. On today's show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Ken Fry from Olds College in a recent Canola School episode on sweep net tactics for a successful scout; Eric Richter with Syngenta Canada on winter wheat finding a home in Maritime potato rotations;... Read More

We live in an age where technology is ever changing. Advancements in communication, transportation and health care seem to be seen and understood across this country, but what about new tech when it comes to food production? Olds College in Olds, Alberta specializes in testing new technologies that can be implemented on Canadian farms and ranches. Their ‘Smart Farm' works with companies to develop solutions for tomorrow's problems, while educating students in hands-on learning. David Fullerton, the Director of Applied Research at Olds College, highlights how this partnership between tech companies, Olds College and farmers/ranchers works. Host: Clinton Monchuk grew up on a mixed dairy, beef and grain family farm outside of Lanigan, Saskatchewan. He received his Bachelor's of Science in Agriculture majoring in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan and Masters of Business Administration in Agriculture from the University of Guelph. Clinton has enjoyed numerous roles across Canada, the United States and Mexico as a researcher, educator, manager, economist and director of trade policy. In 2016, Clinton accepted the role of Executive Director with Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan to promote farming and ranching to consumers. Clinton understands the value of increasing public trust in agriculture and actively promotes engagement between the agriculture industry and consumers. Clinton, Laura and their children Jackson and Katelyn, are active partners on their family grain and layer farm in Saskatchewan and cattle ranch in Oklahoma. GuestDavid Fullerton M.c., P.Ag. Director of Applied Research, Olds College of Agriculture & TechnologyDavid is the Director of Applied Research at Olds College Centre for Innovation (OCCI). He provides overall leadership and management of applied research and innovation activities at Olds College with a focus on efficient delivery of high quality applied research projects. He works closely with the Vice President of Research in defining strategic vision and business and operational goals for the Centre to ensure OCCI's work is aligned with the College's strategic plan. David brings years of experience in promoting, developing and managing industry-focused applied research activities at colleges and universities in Canada and Qatar. He also worked in entrepreneurial development and has decades of practical on-the-farm experience. David earned a Farming Technology Diploma and B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College. He also has a M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from the University of Alberta where his research focused on enhancing rural economies through improved trading activities. ResourcesSmart Farm NewsletterSmart Farm WebsiteAgSmart Educational ExpoSmart Farm ArticleHow are Farmers Using DronesPrecision Farming, What is it?Connect with us: Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube , emailSign up for our newsletter

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg Radio with host Shaun Haney. Today’s shows features the recent Ag Policy Connection podcast discussing the value and future of agricultural extension. Ag Policy Connection host Kelvin Heppner is joined by Saskatchewan farmer Jake Leguee, Joy Agnew with Olds College, and Ataharul Chowdhury with University of... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to this episode of RealAg Radio with host Shaun Haney. Today’s shows features the recent Ag Policy Connection podcast discussing the value and future of agricultural extension. Ag Policy Connection host Kelvin Heppner is joined by Saskatchewan farmer Jake Leguee, Joy Agnew with Olds College, and Ataharul Chowdhury with University of... Read More

In March, during the first installment of our two-part series on managing drought, we chatted about what growers need to be doing right now to ensure their soil and crops have the best opportunity to thrive this coming summer.In this episode of Inputs, we expand on this topic, tapping into some of the measures farmers need to take over the course of the growing season to maintain healthy soil and crops. Dustin Farr is an instructor in the ag management program at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, and he shares some of his insights into improving soil health and water retention, as well as how farmers can conserve a healthy growing environment during dry conditions.

Good day ladies and gentlemen, this is IRC news, I am Joy Stephen, a certified Canadian Immigration practitioner, and I bring to you this Provincial News Bulletin from the province of Alberta. This recording originates from the Polinsys studios in Cambridge, Ontario.Alberta's government will ensure that the services and supports Alberta families rely on will be there for them. Budget 2024 continues to prioritize the delivery of high-quality, reliable health services across the province, with funding to continue planning the stand-alone Stollery Children's Hospital, attract family physicians to rural areas and add more mental health and addiction facilities.Budget 2024 highlights – Health care$475 million to modernize Alberta's primary health care system, including:$200 million over two years to improve access to family physicians.$10 million for primary health care initiatives in Indigenous communities.$15 million to further develop a compensation model for nurse practitioners.$6.6 billion for physician compensation and development, up from $6.1 billion in Budget 2023.$1 billion over three years to transform the continuing care system to shift care to the community, enhance workforce capacity, increase choice and innovation, and improve the quality of care within the continuing care sector.$287 million over four years, part of a bilateral agreement with the federal government, for new mental health and addiction facilities, as well as for targeted supports for children and youth, adults and Indigenous communities.$62.4 million over three years to create two rural health professional training centres and expand physician education.$20 million over the next three years, including $17 million in new funding, to continue planning for a stand-alone Stollery Children's Hospital.$35 million in capital funding over the next three years to purchase new emergency medical services vehicles and ambulances, upgrade the existing fleet and acquire additional equipment.$10 million over the next three years to create additional mental health professional spaces in post-secondary schools.$1.55-billion total expense to continue building the Alberta Recovery Model and ensure anyone suffering from the deadly disease of addiction or facing mental health challenges has an opportunity to pursue recovery.Budget 2024 highlights – K-12 and post-secondary education$1.9 billion in capital funding over the next three years for planning, design or construction of new and modernized school projects across the province. This includes $681 million in new funding for 43 priority projects that will create 35,000 new or modernized student spaces.A total of 98 school projects are in various stages of the planning, design and construction process in 2024.$842 million in new operating funding over the next three years to further support enrolment growth, bringing additional enrolment-based funding to more than $1.2 billion over the next three years to enable schools to hire more than 3,100 education staff.More than $1.5-billion operating expense funding for educational learning supports for vulnerable students, children with specialized learning needs and other students requiring additional supports.$26 million over the next three years in additional funding for Program Unit Funding (PUF). PUF will total $209 million in the 2024-25 fiscal year.$103 million in capital funding over three years to increase modular classroom spaces to address the most urgent needs for additional student spaces across the province.$55 million in capital funding starting in 2025-26 for the University of Calgary's multidisciplinary hub to add 1,000 spaces in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs.$63 million in capital funding over the next three years for Olds College to renovate and expand student spaces in the WJ Elliot Building.

Our guest in this episode is Randall (Randy) Barker – Co-Founder and CEO at INTENT and Strategic Advisory Board Chairperson at Computomics. He discusses the challenges of adapting innovative agriculture products to the diverse practices and environments of different farmers and how technology helps farmers adopt products more effectively. Get insights into the global adoption of AgTech, highlighting the varying technological landscapes in different regions. And finally receive tips for startups in the ag tech space. Barker shares his views on the complexities and opportunities in the intersection of agriculture, technology, and innovation.   Randy is the co-founder and CEO of INTENT, an agricultural company focused on the use of technology to accelerate customer adoption of emerging ag products and solutions. Randall has more than 25 years of experience in agribusiness and has worked in over 30 countries, helping launch a number of ag technologies on a global scale. He holds a bachelor's degree in Seed Technology from Olds College, a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Economics from the University of Lethbridge, and an MBA from the University of Guelph. Our guest in this episode is Randall (Randy) Barker – Co-Founder and CEO at INTENT and Strategic Advisory Board Chairperson at Computomics. He discusses the challenges of adapting innovative agriculture products to the diverse practices and environments of different farmers and how technology helps farmers adopt products more effectively. Get insights into the global adoption of ag tech, highlighting the varying technological landscapes in different regions. And finally receive tips for startups in the ag tech space. Barker shares his views on the complexities and opportunities in the intersection of agriculture, technology, and innovation.   Randy is the co-founder and CEO of INTENT, an agricultural company focused on the use of technology to accelerate customer adoption of emerging ag products and solutions. Randall has more than 25 years of experience in agribusiness and has worked in over 30 countries, helping launch a number of ag technologies on a global scale. He holds a bachelor's degree in Seed Technology from Olds College, a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Economics from the University of Lethbridge, and an MBA from the University of Guelph.

Drones are a hot topic in the agriculture world right now, with spraying, mapping and seeding all at the top of a long list of tasks that would be incredibly beneficial to farmers. As the technology continues to improve, people like Bob Hoffos, a GPS/GIS instructor for the land and water resources program at Werklund School of Agriculture and Technology at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, is leading the way when it comes to what drones can do for growers and agronomists.In this episode of Inputs, Hoffos talks about how drones can make a farmer's life easier, what type of sensors and cameras are used, where current regulations stand when it comes to drone usage and what he expects to see with the technology in the coming years.Never miss an episode of Inputs by subscribing to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Support for this episode provided by 20/20 Seed Labs Inc.

Rob Munro is finishing up his third season at Cabot Cliffs in Inverness, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, the #1 rated golf course in Canada. Rob landed there with a turf degree from Olds College in Alberta and Poa-and-bentgrass experience at Capilano Golf & Country Club on Vancouver Island, BC. This winter he will travel to New Zealand to satisfy both his yearning for travel and to also put another bullet in his agronomic holster. Have a listen and see why Lee Strutt, Director of Agronomy at Cabot Cape Breton, described Rob as "a leading superintendent of the future for all the right reasons."

I met Ryan Grier from Whispering Cedars Ranch while I was at the Olds College of Agriculture and Technology AgSmart event in early August. Ryan and his wife Janna are first generation Alberta farmers originally from British Columbia. I walked impressed with how these two are embracing and engaging a lifestyle that's not for everyone but one that everyone depends on. On their farm, Whispering Cedars Ranch, they strive to raise Alberta lamb and provide the industry with healthy and proven purebred replacement breeding stock.  As entrepreneurs they're constantly challenged to look for ways to diversify their income.Sit back and settle in as Ryan sheds light on his experience and the joy he and his family derive from farming in Alberta.     Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.

On this weekend's show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Christine Lewington of PIP-International on a Lethbridge-based brewery turned pea protein facility; Lena Bioni with New Holland, on the electric utility tractor; and, Dr. Joy Agnew, with Olds College of Agriculture and Technology on the misconception of greenhouse gas. Haney will also discuss the Bank... Read More

We know that agriculture plays an important role in both greenhouse gas emissions and carbon sequestration; however Dr. Joy Agnew of Olds College of Agriculture and Technology says we are missing half the picture when it comes to measuring agriculture’s overall carbon footprint. “There’s the emissions side, which everyone seems to be talking about and... Read More

When it comes to nitrous oxide emissions, there are many complex formulas that can be used to determine what is going on in the fields. Abby Sim, field technician at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, says this is precisely why the Smart Farm at the college decided to look at estimating nitrous oxide emissions.... Read More

In this episode, we take a special look at farming in Canada – visiting family farms in the western prairie province of Alberta.We look at the vast scale of prairie agriculture, meeting producers, processors and politicians with farming interests.We discover how Canadian farmers are adding value to commodities like malting barley and discuss the future for Alberta beef production.We meet the fire-fighting farmer who has been flying helicopters over Alberta  in the battle to stop wildfires from destroying  homes and businesses.And we visit the agricultural college that has its own microbrewery – brewing beer for students as well as local bars.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker and special guest Canadian agricultural journalist Owen Roberts.To contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk.Recorded on location in Alberta, Canada, with thanks to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, and the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists.

I met Nick Kazakoff onsite at Inventures  2023. His company OneTwoSix Design had generously offered the use of one of their Loop Phone Booths for me to feature to interview guests for the podcast while we were in Calgary for the event.My Inventures 2023 guests included the following: Nick, who you'll hear from todayDamien Hocking from Madala Software, Lorna Baird and Joy Agnew from Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, Dr. Ben Schultz from Maverick Large Animal Veterinary Service, Ian Hagreaves from ATB, and, coming soon, Ian Beacraft from Chicago-based Signal & Cipher.OneTwoSix DesignFounded by Industrial Designers Nick Kazakoff and Brendan Gallagher, Onetwosix is an award winning design agency and team of artists, researchers, designers and builders working to give form to ideas.Based in Western Canada, they regularly work with clients across Canada and the USA. From businesses in Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver, and San Francisco to Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and New York - they turn great ideas into beautiful and functional products that can be manufactured efficiently and cost effectively. Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.

Nufarm has announced a large research partnership with Old College in Alberta worth a million dollars over five years. The crop protection company says it will establish its first technology development station in Canada at the college, which will include up to 80 acres of land for trials, as well as access to Olds College’s... Read More

Every year, Olds College of Agriculture and Technology announces a Partner of The Year award. This year, Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is the recipient. The award was presented at AgSmart held at Olds, Alta., earlier this week. The award recognizes the successful joint initiatives undertaken by AFSC and Olds College. Notable projects include initiatives... Read More

Lyle Cowell checks in from the Calgary Stampede - a summer chat about crazy midway food and rodeo events, coupled with a Canadian crop report. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

Thanks for tuning in to this “Tuesdays with Lyndsey” edition of RealAg Radio, brought to you by AgSmart Expo at Olds College! On this episode, we will hear from Dr. Reynold Bergen with the Beef Cattle Research Council on managing for antimicrobial resistance. We will also hear a clip from a recent canola school on... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to this “Tuesdays with Lyndsey” edition of RealAg Radio, brought to you by AgSmart Expo at Olds College! On this episode, we will hear from Dr. Reynold Bergen with the Beef Cattle Research Council on managing for antimicrobial resistance. We will also hear a clip from a recent canola school on... Read More

Food production is essential. Full stop.As demand for food and the urgency for sustainable crop and animal production increases, our need for better tools increases: artificially intelligent, mechanized, data-driven tools. With this, however, come challenges:  how do we help get these, so called, "smart" tools into the hands of those who will be using them on the frontlines? And opportunities: how do we start to understand each farm is different and localized data will help to increase sustainable production? In this episode, we talk with Joy Agnew and Lorna Baird from Olds College of Agriculture and Technology about smart farming, how the College uses its Smart Farm to support famers to use the tools, and how it teaches the next generation of food producers and entrepreneurs to use, develop and test these tools in the field. We also talk about the Pan Canadian Smart Farm Network that's spreading across the country, with the various locations sharing data and learnings to increase overall knowledge, and the support the College provides entrepreneurs through its Centre for Innovation, as well as partnerships with Alberta's Regional Innovation Networks and the Technology Access Centres. This is an inspiring episode. Welcome to Shift.Bios  Joy AgnewJoy grew up on a grain farm near Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and earned her Ph.D. in Ag/Bio Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan. At Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, Joy oversees the applied research portfolio and smart farm operations. Applied research at Olds College is focused on crop and livestock production with a specialty in environmental stewardship, technology integration and data utilization to improve productivity and sustainability of food production.  Joy also has a leadership role in the development of the College's Smart Ag Ecosystem, bringing together the academic programming, applied research, strategic partnerships, smart farm operations, and extension & communication activities to help the College meet its goal to be a leader in Smart Agriculture. In 2021, Joy was named one of Canada's top 50 most influential people in Canadian Ag by Canadian Western Agribition.Lorna BairdLorna is the Manager of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Olds College Centre for Innovation where she helps people with new business ideas and small to medium-sized businesses access networks of people, organizations and programs that can help them develop their entrepreneurship journey. Lorna also supports Business Development for the Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production at the College where she continues to help those same individuals and businesses develop, validate and demonstrate new technologies or innovative techniques. Lorna also co-chairs the Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network, one of eight Regional Innovation Networks across the province that are supported by Alberta Innovates. The networks work collaboratively and share ideas and noteworthy practices. Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.

Adopting Technology in Agriculture, Part 1 Adopting Technology in Agriculutre, Part2 Controlling Weeds at Home   00:01:05 – Adopting Technology in Agriculture, Part 1: Today's show begins with Tomas Nilsson, faculty member at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology, and Terry Griffin, K-State cropping systems economist. The pair discusses challenges technology faces when trying to be adopted by producers in agriculture.   00:12:08 – Adopting Technology in Agriculture, Part 2: Tomas and Terry continue the show with what Tomas has found from his research in Canada about technology adoption in agriculture. Terry provides insight on Canada's similarities to Kansas. Link to Tomas' report Link to Tomas' presentation Link to Terry's past interview Link to Terry's USDA report   00:23:03 – Controlling Weeds at Home: K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, wraps up today's show by discussing some options for killing, or at least, controlling weeds in the vegetable garden and home landscape.   Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan.

Using multiple layers of data to help optimize crop production, improve farm operation's bottom line and maximize success.  In this feature, we talk to the Chief Technology Officer of Digital Ag, Dr. Alex Melnitchouck, at Olds College about how the HyperLayer project will lead the next generation of digital farming in Canada.  This feature is powered by AGvisorPRO.com.

From the frontlines of Ukraine to Canadian Ag! Yevgen's journey has lead him all around the world before finally reaching Canada - a place he now calls home. Through determination, perseverance and a no fear mentality Yevgen has built a very successful career in agriculture. Currently he teaches at Olds College and works with the DOT Autonomous Farming Platform. He has taken his passion of autonomous farming and drone work to assist the Ukrainian military on the frontlines today. You will quickly be inspired by his story and mindset! You don't want to miss this episode as Dan and Yevgen talk about his dreams for the Ukrainian educational system and how you can help the military frontlines.  For donations: https://linktr.ee/dronestoukraineMoney transfers:e-transfer/PayPal to dronestoukraine@gmail.comPaysend/Wise to debit card: 4724-0905-5545-1283Paysend can be sent from all over the world in any currency. Beneficiary currency - CADWhatsApp: +14034726662 In this episode, you will learn:How Yevgen went from Ukraine to CanadaHow Yevgen got into autonomous agricultureWhat it was like growing up in UkraineYevgen's educational backgroundHow Yevgen constantly challenges himselfYevgen's journey with CNH IndustrialHow Precision Ag caught Yevgen's eyeYevgen's journey to Regina, SKEverywhere Yevgen has traveled to work in agricultureHow Yevgen got into dronesYevgen's work with Olds CollegeThe DOT Omni Power by RavenThe power of Yevgen's Youtube channelFarming in AustraliaImmigration policy for Ukraine to Canada and AustraliaHow Yevgen ended up in AsiaThe current war in UkraineYevgen's experience in the frontlinesHow Yevgen got into teaching military how to use dronesYevgen's dreams for the Ukraine education systemsHow you can help Yevgen and the Ukrainian Military Connect with Yevgen:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000996022732Twitter: https://twitter.com/MYAGRO_CAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mykola.mykhailichenko/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yevgen-mykhaylichenko-083541b3/ Check out Yevgen's Youtube Videos:Mazergroup (former Markusson New Holland) YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@mazergroup1003/videos MY AGRO CANADA YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@myagrocanada2066/videos Soil Compaction Maps YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@soilcompactionmaps.myagro.3348/videos Aberhart Family of Companies:https://aberhartagsolutions.cahttps://aberhartfarms.comhttps://suregrowth.cahttps://www.convergencegrowth.com Connect with us on AGvisorPro: https://link-app.agvisorpro.com/aberhart-dan If you want to be part of the Growing the Future community, make sure to say hi on social at: https://linktr.ee/Growingthefuturepodcast

Roy Maki leads a project at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology to study synchronous operation of two field machines – one autonomous, one not – working together doing the same job following the same map. Maki describes to host Jay Whetter the field-scale seeding and spraying project, and how one person can run two machines.

Ongoing war in Ukraine is creating problems for two major exporters of potash/ Olds College and Sasktel will be working together/ and more!

Olds College has been working on a multi-year project on in-bin drying, which was on display at AgSmart at Olds, Alta. The technology, developed by Top Grade Ag, at Calgary, Alta., uses a proprietary algorithm with pressure, temperature, and humidity sensors to optimize the grain drying process. Daniel Stefner, of Olds College, says the system... Read More

We’ve been seeing more innovative ag-tech concepts and new practices come to fruition than ever before, and thanks to initiatives like the Olds College Smart Farm program, these concepts are put to the test at a farm level. The program, which began in 2018, conducts research and development on ag-tech, but takes it a step... Read More

Olds College and Agricultural Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) have created a formal partnership by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU). As part of the MOU, AFSC will provide support for applied research activities on the Olds College Smart Farm that will drive innovation in agriculture. Dr. Joy Agnew, associate vice president of applied research at... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio! On today’s show hosted by Lyndsey Smith, we’ll hear from: Casper Kaastra, CEO of Sollio Ag on the fertilizer supply in to 2023; Margaret May, with the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association, regarding information on the Ontario On Farm Climate Action Funding; and, Today’s spotlight interview with... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to RealAg Radio! On today’s show hosted by Lyndsey Smith, we’ll hear from: Casper Kaastra, CEO of Sollio Ag on the fertilizer supply in to 2023; Margaret May, with the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association, regarding information on the Ontario On Farm Climate Action Funding; and, Today’s spotlight interview with... Read More

When lifestyle changes forced Leilani Mustillo to consider leaving Vet med, she connected with friend and fellow industry colleague Dr. Sean Neate to discuss a solution to both the career changes she faced and an opportunity to improve Telehealth. After a couple long brainstorming sessions, Animal HealthLink was born, with the vision and mission to redefine the veterinary emergency and after-hours triage model and be the veterinary industry standard for triage. Leilani, RVT CEO is a born and raised Albertan who completed the Olds College Animal Health Technology program in 2009. Since graduating, she has worked in specialty and emergency medicine in both nursing and management roles. Since 2015, she has been an instructor in Olds College's Animal Health Department. As an advocate for RVT advancement, she has a love for mentoring and training those who are new to emergency and critical care medicine, with her favourite topic being emergency triage. Sean grew up in Alberta and originally obtained a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta, but switched careers and graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Calgary. After graduation, Sean completed a rotating small animal internship at a referral institution in Calgary. After spending several years in referral and emergency medicine, he moved to family practice. Sean is currently a practicing partner in a group of veterinary hospitals in Calgary where he enjoys a mixture of clinical cases and leading teams in their growing practices. In our wide-ranging conversation with Leilani and Sean, topics covered include: Leilani and Sean's career journey Creating a new path to keep involved in the profession Animal HealthLink's inception The benefit of Animal HealthLink's services for veterinarians and clinics Transforming the way telehealth is done Working within the regulatory framework in multiple States and Provinces How does Animal HealthLink work? The fun of starting up a veterinary business - what it really takes What's got Leilani and Sean excited for the company's future Leilani and Sean's Impact Round! Thank you to Leilani and Sean for joining us on the show! To find out more about Animal Health Link, visit or connect with them in the following ways: https://www.animalhealthlink.ca/ info@animalhealthlink.ca @animalhealthlink on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

In this week's segment, we are launching the first episode of our "Innovation in Agriculture" limited series. To launch the series, we have Dr. Joy Agnew from Olds College speaking to Tracy about developing the “Farms Of The Future.” With their College mission of "Transforming agriculture for a better world”, Joy shares how everything they do at Olds is done to advance all aspects of the agriculture industry. In this episode, Tracy and Joy discuss: Why and when Olds college decided to place a strong focus on agriculture tech and data? The importance of ag-tech and data as it relates to producers and the industry. Their three-pillared approach to ag-tech and data includes educational opportunities, their Smart Farm, and their AgSmart ag-tech event. Joy expands on these pillars. The College provides training for farmers and industry, the Smart Farm tests new products and solutions, and then the AgSmart event brings these innovations to the field for the agriculture industry to learn about and witness in action. If you are interested in new technology and maximizing your farm data…. you will want to tune into this episode and learn about the great work that Olds College is doing to advance the “Farms Of The Future.” ............................... SHOW RESOURCES Upcoming 2022 AgSmart Event: August 9 & 10th, 2022 - https://agsmartolds.ca   Olds College - https://www.oldscollege.ca ...............................

On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Kendal Van Hall. Kendal Van Hall is a farmer in the Palliser triangle in Alberta. She is an Olds College graduate, where she studied Horticulture before coming back to the family farm and feedlot in 2015, before farming her own piece of ground under her own farm in 2016 with her husband. They farm solely under irrigation in the Eastern Irrigation district. Kendal is also a Brooks and District Feeders Association board member where she is now on her second term.  For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/141 . . . This week's episode is brought to you by https://the-rural-woman-podcast.captivate.fm/agi-storm-fx (AGI Storm FX) . . . Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social Media https://www.instagram.com/theruralwomanpodcast/ (Instagram) | https://www.facebook.com/theruralwomanpodcast (Facebook) Join our private Facebook group, https://www.facebook.com/groups/theruralwomanpodcast (The Rural Woman Podcast Community) Connect with Katelyn on https://www.instagram.com/wildrosefarmer/ (Instagram )| https://www.facebook.com/WildRoseFarmer (Facebook )| https://twitter.com/wildrosefarmer (Twitter )| https://www.pinterest.ca/wildrosefarmer/ (Pinterest) . . . Support the Showhttps://www.patreon.com/TheRuralWomanPodcast (Patreon) | https://wildrosefarmer.com/shop/ (Merch) | https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FV87T87BJSTGL (PayPal) | Become a https://wildrosefarmer.com/sponsorship/ (Show Sponsor) Shop our https://wildrosefarmer.com/2020/05/21/show-sponsors/ (Show Sponsors) Leave a Review on https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rural-woman-podcast/id1456194942 (Apple Podcasts) | Take the https://wildrosefarmer.com/2022/04/01/listener-survey/ (Listener Survey) Screen shot this episode and share on your socials! Tag @TheRuralWomanPodcast + #TheRuralWomanPodcast . . . Meet the TeamAudio Editor | https://www.xn--mixbr-jra.at/ (MixBär.) Admin Team | https://www.kimandco.online/ (Kim & Co Online) Patreon Executive Producers Sarah R. | https://happinessbytheacre.ca/ (Happiness by The Acre) Karri MV. | https://fermesleystone.com/ (Leystone Farms) . . . More with KatelynOne on One Podcast Coaching | https://wildrosefarmer.com/before-you-buy-the-mic-podcast-coaching/ (Learn More) Positively Farming Media | a hub for creators in the food & agriculture space | https://www.subscribepage.com/positivelyfarmingmedia (Learn More) Mentioned in this episode: AGI Storm FX Take the guesswork out of seed treating. Building on the success of previous models, the key functions of the AGI STORM FX have been refined through consultation with our current users. The AGI STORM FX has been engineered for accuracy, flexibility and mobility, gentle seed handling and easy clean-out, all while reducing user exposure. Unlike other seed treaters, the AGI STORM FX accurately measures untreated seed directly from the bin, precisely meters and applies the seed treatment, gently mixes the seed for consistent, even coverage and then transfers the treated seed into the truck, ready to plant. The simplified process provided by the AGI STORM FX reduces user exposure, making in-the-yard seed treating safe, simple and convenient, while giving you total control over the seed treating process. https://the-rural-woman-podcast.captivate.fm/agi-storm-fx (AGI Storm FX)

Warmer weather means summer, picnics, camping … and mosquitoes. Edmonton is particularly famous for their mosquito season. But with a focus on environmental sustainability, the city is ditching the pesticide spraying they've used for years to control mosquitoes, instead turning to a more natural solution – bats and dragonflies.Dr. Ken Fry is an Entomology Instructor in the School of Life Sciences & Business at Olds College in Alberta, and grew up in Edmonton. He studies pest control management and mosquitoes, and tells us why it's so hard to get rid of these pesky bloodsuckers – and why learning to live with them is the better solution.

Chad Hughes welcomes Glenn Miller, Land Negotiator and Energy Professional, to the show to discuss his 25+ year career. Together, they dig deep into Glenn's learning experience with an offshore gas exploration project off the East coast of Cape Breton Island.Glenn Miller grew up on a mixed grain farm North East of Calgary which instilled in him a strong work ethic and respect for the land. In the early 80s a well was drilled on their home quarter and that piqued his interest in how it worked and the reasons the company wanted a well there. This curiosity led him to enter the Land Acquisition and Management Program at Olds College and pursue the path to the career he has today.Chad Hughes and Glenn Miller explore the similarities and differences between gaining access for onshore exploration and offshore based on Glenn's experience with the Cape Breton project. Glenn elaborates on the varied stakeholder concerns with a project so close to land and within the inshore fishery area, as well as the steep learning curve he faced in understanding offshore seismic exploration and the operation of offshore drilling rigs. He has very insightful experience to share and sound advice for anyone in the access business today.“And again, it comes down to really what we do in the land business is build relationships. And whether that's with external public people and communities we deal with or, you know, downtown Calgary with another company we're doing business with, it's building relationships.” - Glenn MillerAbout Glenn MillerGlenn Miller is a Land Negotiator & Energy Consultant with over 26 years experience in land negotiations, regulatory, stakeholder, and environmental issues. He has held management roles in the oil and gas exploration business, responsible for the acquisition and maintenance of all facets of land (mineral, surface, contracts).  He also has extensive experience in managing the land and regulatory processes on major energy projects from inception, construction, to the operation phase in a variety of regulatory jurisdictions across Canada.  He currently consults for key clients on specific projects, including the Trans Mountain Expansion Project.  He is a member of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Landmen (CAPL) holding a PSL designation. ---Chad Hughes | CEO, Entrepreneurial Leader, Author: website |linkedinGlenn Miller | Land Negotiator & Energy Consultant: linkedin

On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast, you'll meet Esther Vandenhoven. Esther is a first generation farmer who, along with her husband and two kids, run a 300 head sheep farm in Rimbey, Alberta. Esther grew up in Northern British Columbia and attended Olds College for Equine Sciences then proceeded to get her Bachelors of Science in Equine Management in England. Recently, Esther has taken the leap from working off the farm to now farming full time with the hopes that they will be able to transition to the farm being their families primary source of income. Esther shares with us her personal experience with growing their operation as well as her experience with postpartum depression as a rural mother. For full show notes including links in today's show, head on over to WildRoseFarmer.com https://wildrosefarmer.com/126 (https://wildrosefarmer.com/126) Join women passionate about agriculture and food at the upcoming Advancing Women Conference being held on June 21 & 22, 2022 at the Hyatt Regency in Calgary, Alberta. Re-energize and re-engage while listening to leaders in ag and food tell their story. Network and make connections. Learn tips that will help you meet your goals.    For more information and to register, head to https://the-rural-woman-podcast.captivate.fm/advancingwomenconference (https://www.advancingwomenconference.ca/ ) Join The Rural Woman Podcast Community on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/groups/theruralwomanpodcast (Here) Get Patron-Only Extended Content & Bonus Episodes |https://open.acast.com/public/patreon/fanSubscribe/2908106 ( Listen Here) Support my work on Patreon | https://wildrosefarmer.com/the-rural-woman-podcast/patreon/ (Learn More) Patreon Executive Producer | Sarah R. | https://happinessbytheacre.ca/ (Happiness by The Acre) Editing | Max Hofer |https://www.instagram.com/mixbaer_studio/ ( MixBär Studio) Shop our Show Sponsors | https://wildrosefarmer.com/2020/05/21/show-sponsors/ (Here) Before You Buy The Mic | Podcast Coaching | https://wildrosefarmer.com/before-you-buy-the-mic-podcast-coaching/ (Learn More) Positively Farming Media | a hub for creators in the food & agriculture space | https://www.subscribepage.com/positivelyfarmingmedia (Learn More)

Nicola Millions-Hollamby is an Instructor and Coordinator in the Olds College land access training program. Nicola sheds light on the qualities that make students successful, the relevance and transferable content contained in the course material, and how the industry has contributed to the program's success.Nicola had, in the past, pursued land agent studies at Olds College which led to her career in the land access sector and her work in the oil and gas and utilities sectors. From there she went into middle school teaching and eventually was brought back to Olds College where her education and industry backgrounds combined making her a natural fit to instruct land access students and guide the program. Of her time in land access she says she learned to “just listen, hear them out, and then redirect our conversation in a kind way or respectful way” which are skills applicable to any situation.Chad Hughes and Nicola Millions-Hollamby discuss in detail the types of qualities and the mindset that assist students in launching into a successful land career - communication, organization, and a continual hunger for learning. Nicola explains how the program has expanded and grown in its 39 years of existence and details the many transferable skills students gain from the program. She appreciates the open support the industry has shown for the program and offers great insight into all the many opportunities the program can offer to students of all ages.“Are you displaying the kind of honesty you need to display? Because I find the students that are, I don't know how to say this… The students that put on a persona and go out, they don't last long. There has to be some genuineness there for them to last. And also that desire to be an ongoing learner, I don't think in land you're too effective if you aren't always pursuing some new interest, some new knowledge, because things are changing.” - Nicola Millions-HollambyAbout Nicola Millions-HollambyNicola Millions-Hollamby has been an instructor and coordinator at Olds College during the past sixteen years. Nicola holds a B.A., B.Ed., and a Land Agent Diploma from Olds College and is a Licensed Land Agent. She has led her program teams through comprehensive program reviews as well as major curriculum reform processes to create the previous curriculum in the land agent program and is currently developing the new surface land major within the Land and Water Resources Diploma program. She co-developed the former online Land Analyst Certificate program that now resides with SAIT. Currently, she teaches Ecology in the LWR program and is a leader in the development of the Indigenous strategy at Olds College and Indigenous student support. Prior to joining the College, Nicola worked as a middle years educator and as a surface land agent in the oil and gas and utilities sectors. Nicola resides in the Olds area and is involved in numerous community sports and activities with her children.---Chad Hughes | CEO, Entrepreneurial Leader, Author: website | linkedinNicola Millions-Hollamby B.A, B.Ed. | Instructor & Coordinator, Old College: website | linkedin

Chris Lupaschuk started in land acquisition in 2005 while attending Olds College. In 2017 his career journey led him to a copper mining project in the Republic of Serbia where he developed the first successful land acquisition and resettlement program in the country. Moving from Canada to Serbia was a giant leap for Chris Lupaschuk and his family but in examining the opportunity he realized that “it really had to do with the adventures, when we actually looked on a map and saw where Serbia was, it's only a few hours drive to Budapest or to Romania, or Prague is driving distance”. His team and project were based in a small town called Bor, about a three hour drive from Belgrade. By the time the copper mining project was done, it would represent approximately 1000 hectares (3000 acres) of land, between 12 and 13 hundred parcels within that footprint, and between 450 to 500 property owners.Chris tells Chad Hughes that his moving from oil and gas drilling programs to linear pipeline projects in Canada helped prepare him for the large impact of the Serbian project. He dealt with everything from needing decoy documents to dissuade land speculators to erratic sized parcels to the Herculean task of pulling land titles in a country that had been besieged by wars, occupations, and ever-changing governments. However, Chris maintains that the keys to success in Canada ultimately are the same in Serbia: good communication with owners and other stakeholders, and fair and consistent dealings.“My residence that I spent 70%+ was in eastern Serbia and it was in Bor. Immersing myself in the culture and really taking an appreciation for what struggles people in the local area were going through and that this was serious business… this is one of the most serious things you could ever talk with someone about. And one of the most important things that they have in their ownership is their property. That language is the same in English as it is in Serbian.” - Chris LupaschukResources mentioned in this episode:Map of Serbia (including town of Bor)About Chris LupaschukChris Lupaschuk is the Senior Project Manager Development at NextEra Energy Resources. Chris is a proven senior leader with extensive experience supporting major project development, construction, and operations in the oil and gas, mining, and electrical transmission sectors.He has played successful key government relations roles supporting the development and construction in projects as diverse as Power Transmission for NextBridge East-West Tie Transmission Project ($777M) to Oil and Gas for Enbridge Line 10 Westover Segment Replacement Project ($135M). Chris Lupaschuk also developed the first successful land acquisition and resettlement program in the Republic of Serbia.---Chad Hughes | CEO, Entrepreneurial Leader, Author: website | linkedinChris Lupaschuk | Senior Project Manager Development at NextEra Energy Resources: website | linkedin

Welcome to episode 20! Today I welcome back Rick Kohut for a highly informative conversation - all about empowering you to take responsibility for and take back control of your health and well being - specifically regarding toxins and how to reduce and eliminate them. Rick's Fall Detox: Downloadable ebook - Detox Support Program - BONUS Toxic Load Checklist https://www.healthstreet.ca/fall-detox-program-3-weeks-of-health-freedom/ Mentioned in this episode - Clean tooth paste brands: Green Beaver Toothpaste: https://tinyurl.com/3763uwuu NewCo Natural Fluoride Free Toothpaste: https://tinyurl.com/uchk5ur Rick grew up in Mountain View County near Didsbury, Alberta. He's an entrepreneur, a farmer, a family man, a fisherman and most of all a free man. He has an Ag Diploma from Olds College and an Ag. Economics Degree from the University of Lethbridge. He spent a decade in the Agricultural Fertilizer and Chemical Industry before changing directions and converting his farm to organics. He was then inspired to enter the world of natural health after the medical system failed him and his family and began to study nutrition and other holistic modalities. Rick now spends much of his time teaching and practicing holistic farming methods, permaculture and sharing knowledge of health and wellness as a certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant specializing at the Health Street Wellness Center in Olds, Alberta. Rick is the founder of foodgenie.ca, which helps people find local food directly from farmers as to improve food security. He has written and published 11 cookbooks with a special focus on traditional foods and aims to help people take back control of their health and have less dependence on the pharmaceutical industrial complex. Connect with Rick Kohut: www.facebook.com/kohutrick/ www.foodgenie.ca www.healthstreet.ca Connect with me: tanya@tanyaverquin.ca instagram.com/pixelatedperspectivespodcast **The information given in this episode is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice.**

Jason Gouw has 25+ years of experience managing land acquisition and engagement programs and has seen substantial changes in the industry with how stakeholders and Indigenous communities participate. He believes collaborative relationships and transparent engagement are the keys to the progressive future of land access.Having grown up on an irrigation farm, one with cows, Jason was no stranger to agricultural considerations but he knew early on that farming was not his path. After an enjoyable time spent on oil rigs, he entered Olds College to study land agent work and that defined his career path to this day. The industry as he knew it upon emerging from Olds College has changed, however, and much more emphasis is now placed on relationship building and ensuring stakeholders understand exactly what they're signing and why.Jason Gouw and Chad Hughes discuss how Jason's time at Gulf in 2000 had a foundational impact on changing his thinking in terms of engagement philosophy. They explore how the regulatory environment has been part of the catalyst for change and how the agreements that used to be pressured to close in months are now anticipated to be built over years. Jason has immersed himself in first-hand experiences with Indigenous communities, finding inspiration and clarity in their profound respect for the land, and he believes strongly that we need to embrace understanding of our differences and focus on relationship building and true collaboration.“The days of land agents being focused on oil and gas, that's changed. There's the renewable sector, there's the transmission sector, infrastructure, telecom, there's a lot of different opportunities out there for land agents.” - Jason GouwAbout Jason GouwJason Gouw has over 25 years of experience, and a specialization in negotiation and building collaborative relationships between stakeholders.Jason started with LandSolutions in 2018 as VP Land, Engagement and Regulatory with the environment division added to his accountabilities shortly after in 2019. During this time, he developed a high performing team generating positive results that is recognized across our business, and by our clients.Jason Gouw's incomparable knowledge of issues relating to the Canadian energy sector has been hard-earned over two decades of expert involvement. Whether managing large project teams or overall support of our entire land department, Jason is a consummate professional. ---Chad Hughes | CEO, Entrepreneurial Leader, Author: website | linkedinJason Gouw | Chief Operating Officer at LandSolutions LP : linkedin | website | email

Welcome to Episode 2! In this episode Rick Kohut joins me to share his interesting journey into becoming an overall proponent to natural, wholistic living. How the concept that nature makes no mistakes applies to his approach to life. Key components which highlight the order and meaningfulness found within nature. Books mentioned in this episode: Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet Dictocrats https://tinyurl.com/bvwdjzza Nutrition and Physical Degeneration, by Westin A. Price https://tinyurl.com/y6erdev4 Rick grew up in Mountain View County near Didsbury, Alberta. He's an entrepreneur, a farmer, a family man, a fisherman and most of all a free man. He has an Ag Diploma from Olds College and an Ag. Economics Degree from the University of Lethbridge. He spent a decade in the Agricultural Fertilizer and Chemical Industry before changing directions and converting his farm to organics. He was then inspired to enter the world of natural health after the medical system failed him and his family and began to study nutrition and other holistic modalities. Rick now spends much of his time teaching and practicing holistic farming methods, permaculture and sharing knowledge of health and wellness as a certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant specializing at the Health Street Wellness Center in Olds, Alberta. Rick is the founder of foodgenie.ca, which helps people find local food directly from farmers as to improve food security. He has written and published 11 cookbooks with a special focus on traditional foods and aims to help people take back control of their health and have less dependence on the pharmaceutical industrial complex. Connect with Rick Kohut: https://www.facebook.com/kohutrick/ www.foodgenie.ca www.healthstreet.ca Contact me at: tanyaverquin.ca/

Ryan Kennedy is a full time student at Olds College, studying Agriculture. She enjoys horseback riding and spreading the message about addiction in youth and women. Her passion for helping others is what drives her to continue on a path that is an example for others who struggle with addiction.