In a Sea of Technology, Seed Stands Out at FCDC

Sep 05, 2023

The Olds College Field Crop Development Centre has big goals as 2030 approaches, including seeing its barley varieties dominate the western Canadian landscape.

In the vast prairies of Alberta, Olds College’s Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) stands as a beacon of innovation and research. The institution has become a key player in advancing agricultural technologies and practices.

FCDC’s commitment to applied research has driven them to seek effective means of disseminating their findings and creating a positive impact on the farming community.

One such avenue that aligns with their mission is AgSmart, an annual event held in Olds, Alta., dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge agricultural technologies. The coming together of FCDC’s annual Field Day and AgSmart in August proved to be a natural fit.

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