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Federal Government Provides Funds to Address Rural Homlessness

The Federal Government announced recently, it's going to provide almost $4,000,000 to help rural communities in Alberta to address homelessness.
 
The money is coming through the government's Reaching Home program and was awarded to 11 rural communities in the province.
 
Through a number of surveys, it was determined that almost 3,000 people in more than a dozen rural communities are facing unstable housing but isn't always as apparent as it is in larger centres.
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CEOs of the Industry – International Edition Michael Agerley | Partner, IQinAbox

Video: CEOs of the Industry – International Edition Michael Agerley | Partner, IQinAbox

In this CEOs of the Industry – International Edition, we sit down with Michael Agerley, Partner at IQinAbox, to explore how data is reshaping the future of pig production.

After more than 20 years as a veterinarian, Michael shares his unique perspective on the shift from hands-on animal care to data-driven decision making across the pork value chain.

We dive into:

• How better data is improving real on-farm decisions

• The biggest opportunities still untapped in pig production

• How Europe is leading (and where it’s still lagging) in tech adoption

• The role of AI and smart systems in the next 5–10 years

• Why trust, leadership, and practical application matter more than ever

This conversation bridges veterinary insight, technology, and real-world farming, offering a clear look at where the industry is headed—and what it will take to get there.