Soil, just like any living entity in our environment, requires proper care to continuously contribute to the overall well-being of Mother Earth. On this World Soil Day, with the theme of “Caring for Soils,” we...
Agriculture, Events, Smart Farm
| December 05, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is proud to announce that Hannah Isinghood, a first-year student in our Turfgrass Management program, received the Royal and Ancient Golf Club Scholarship.
Student Success
| December 04, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is happy to support the Tomorrow Needs 4-H campaign with a $5,000 donation from the College, as well as having numerous staff members give personal donations.
Partnerships
| November 26, 2024
Dr. Désirée Gellatly, Research Scientist with the Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production (TACLP) team at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, has been recognized by Forbes magazine as one of the 50 women...
General, Smart Farm
| November 25, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to welcome Amos Ngai into the role of Dean of the School of Life Science & Business. Ngai brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the role, having served as Associate Dean at Bow...
General, Administration
| November 25, 2024
The Smart Agriculture Applied Research team at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has won a prestigious ASTech Award. Since 1990, the ASTech Foundation has recognized outstanding achievements in science and technology innovation across...
| November 04, 2024
TACLP uses its resources — which include a 1,000-head capacity feedlot, commercial cow-calf herd, purebred Red Angus herd, sheep flock, and broadacre native and tame pasture — to demonstrate, evaluate and optimize technologies...
Smart Farm
| October 31, 2024
In Alberta, October marks Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVT) month, an annual observance that recognizes the vital role RVTs play in animal health care.
General, Events
| October 30, 2024
Last week, the Executive Leadership Team at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology approved plans for a temporary building relocation during the upcoming three-year renovation and expansion of the W.J. Elliott Building, scheduled to begin in...
General
| October 24, 2024
Brianna Elliot, Project Lead with the Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production (TACLP) team at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, is one of the finalists for the Canadian Cattle Young Leaders Program.
General, Faculty Success
| October 23, 2024
Locally owned Bumper to Bumper has once again demonstrated its commitment to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology by donating five full toolbox sets for international students, which have already been spoken for by eager students who will...
General, Partnerships
| October 21, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and Rupertsland Institute (RLI) marked a significant expansion of their longstanding partnership during a special event held on campus yesterday. The enhanced collaboration underscores both...
General, Agriculture, Donors, Events, Partnerships, Student Success
| October 11, 2024
We're thrilled to share that two of our very own students, Zenith Vanstone and Keagan Grills, have been awarded the 2024 Bayer Crop Science Opportunity Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship supports first-year students pursuing post-secondary...
Student Success
| October 10, 2024
With open doors and plenty of excitement, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology welcomed more than 1,000 prospective students during its two-day Open House on Oct. 4 and 5. Visitors had the opportunity to explore the campus and envision...
General, Events, Programs
| October 09, 2024
The Smart Agriculture Applied Research team at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been nominated for an ASTech Award. Roy Maki, Research Project Manager; Yevgen Mykhaylichenko, Technology Integration Specialist; Sofia Bahmutsky, Data...
Smart Farm
| October 09, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is receiving $1.5 million from the federal government to support applied agriculture research.
Agriculture, Smart Farm
| September 26, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is excited to announce the transition of the AgSmart Educational Expo to the Agri-Trade Equipment Expo group. This strategic move follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Olds...
Agriculture, Events, Partnerships
| September 25, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is thrilled to celebrate Apprenticeship Day on Sept. 23, a day established by the Alberta Government through the Special Days Act in 2022. This important occasion is recognized annually on the fourth...
General, Admissions, Programs
| September 23, 2024
To assist the domestic craft brewing industry in tackling a long standing and well recognized challenge of improving quality assurance and quality control measures in small and medium-sized breweries, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology...
General, Partnerships, Programs
| September 19, 2024
The Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production (TACLP) building on campus features 44 solar panels, which help reduce energy costs.
Smart Farm
| September 16, 2024
We're proud to announce that the final phase of construction on our newly renovated Animal Health Education Centre is now officially completed. This cutting-edge facility has fully opened its doors just in time to welcome students for the fall...
General
| September 04, 2024
The Government of Canada has announced a $87.5 million investment over four years to support 16 collaborative research projects involving 165 researchers from 30 different academic institutions across Canada that will contribute to a sustainable,...
Partnerships, Smart Farm
| September 03, 2024
On Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, the Broncos officially revealed an updated brand that will be used to represent Olds College athletics teams this year and into the future. The new look is reflected on a wide variety of team assets, including new...
Broncos
| August 29, 2024
Autonomous agriculture research at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has gained interest from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, Australia.
Smart Farm
| August 26, 2024
Startups, new ventures, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the agriculture technology and agribusiness sectors were busy pitching plans at the DiscoveryLab@AgSmart event at Olds College on July 29.
Events, Smart Farm
| August 15, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is thrilled to announce new Memorandum of Understandings (MOU) with Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA), Tarlac Agriculture University (TAU) in the Philippines and Shinhan University in...
Partnerships
| August 15, 2024
More than 40 producers from across Western Canada gathered at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology on Aug. 7-8 to attend Bushel Plus & Harvest Optimization Clinic.
Events, Partnerships, Smart Farm
| August 13, 2024
In June 2018, Olds College officially launched the Olds College Smart Farm on 110 acres. Six years later, the Smart Farm is more than 3,000 acres in five different geographic locations across two provinces & focused on accelerating the...
Smart Farm
| August 12, 2024
The tour, which takes about an hour to complete, features a wide range of sights and sounds. If you're taking a walk through the park, you'll see several things, including wetlands, a woodland ecosystem and wildlife.
Donors, Partnerships
| August 09, 2024
The fifth annual AgSmart, held on July 30 and 31 at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, proved to be a resounding success, drawing over 3,600 attendees eager to explore the latest advancements in agricultural technology.
Agriculture, Events, Smart Farm
| August 07, 2024
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is pleased to announce a renewed financial commitment to Olds College, marking five years of successful partnership focused on advancing ag technology and applied research through the Olds College Smart Farm.
Donors, Partnerships, Smart Farm
| July 31, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is proud to announce RME as its 2024 Partner of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions to the college and the agriculture industry. The announcement was made today as part...
Donors, Partnerships, Smart Farm
| July 30, 2024
Margery Steckler and her late husband, George, pledged 800 acres of land west of Craik, Saskatchewan to Olds College in 2022, and Marge recently traveled back to Craik for the first time since 1971 with two Olds College team members.
Donors, Smart Farm
| July 26, 2024
On July 8, 2024, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology hosted the Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture's (AYSA) preliminary judging round for their public speaking competition.
Agriculture, Events
| July 09, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is receiving more than $3 million from Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) to expand Smart Farm operations into Saskatchewan and purchase new equipment to help further research...
General, Agriculture, Donors, Smart Farm
| July 03, 2024
We're inviting startups, new ventures and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in agriculture technology and agribusiness to join DiscoveryLab@AgSmart on July 29 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
General, Events
| July 02, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is receiving $1 million in infrastructure funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI).
General, Smart Farm
| June 26, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce its Continuing Education & Corporate Training department is renamed to "Industry Training & Continuing Education".
General
| June 26, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is getting a significant boost to support applied research in agriculture with an award of $516,723 from the College and Community Innovation program of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research...
Partnerships, Smart Farm
| June 25, 2024
The partners of the Central Alberta Collegiate Institute (CACI) program were pleased to showcase career pathways learning underway in Central Alberta, at an event at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology held on June 20.
General, Programs
| June 24, 2024
A milestone was reached at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology as we celebrated our 109th graduating class with a total of 939 graduates, our largest in history and the first time that convocation was split into two ceremonies.
Events, Student Life, Student Success
| June 07, 2024
Our recent Discovery Day held on May 15 was a resounding success, bringing together approximately 750 attendees from all corners of the country from British Columbia to New Brunswick. A total of 23 school groups participated which created a...
General, Events, Programs
| May 29, 2024
The Olds College Broncos rodeo team has another Canadian College Rodeo Association (CCRA) champion in its stable.
Broncos, Student Success
| May 23, 2024
On May 22, 2024, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology was pleased to welcome 29 ambassadors organized by Global Affairs Canada to tour the campus and Olds College Smart Farm to learn more about digital agriculture and technology.
General, Smart Farm
| May 22, 2024
On May 10, 2024, Rocky Mountain Equipment (RME) delivered a brand-new New Holland Sprayer to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology to be used during the growing seasons for the next three years on the Smart Farm. This generous donation from...
Donors, Partnerships, Smart Farm
| May 15, 2024
Thanks to the generosity of the Rotary Club of Calgary at Stampede Park, a new $3,500 scholarship, the Rotary Club of Calgary at Stampede Park Award has been created at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology to encourage students with a...
Donors, Partnerships
| May 08, 2024
Olds College is proud to share the accomplishment of Noah Bradley, Communications Instructor in the Werklund School of Agriculture Technology, who recently had a peer-reviewed journal article published.
General, Programs, Student Success
| May 07, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is thrilled to be the gold recipient of the 2024 Applied Research and Innovation Excellence Award from Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan). The College received its Award of Excellence during the...
Smart Farm
| April 30, 2024
On April 26, 2024, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology was thrilled to welcome over 30 guests from numerous post-secondary institutions located in the Caribbean as part of the Skills to Access the Green Economy (SAGE) initiative in...
| April 26, 2024
Hosted by Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and the Regional Innovation Networks (RINs) across Alberta that are supported by Alberta Innovates, a virtual panel on "Investing in Agriculture Technology" drew attention from across the...
Events, Smart Farm
| April 25, 2024
Dr. Ben Cecil, President and CEO of Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, delivered compelling testimony before the Federal Government's Standing Committee on Scientific Research, urging for a re-evaluation of the distribution of federal...
General, Administration
| April 16, 2024
Soccer and futsal dominated the major award selections at the Olds College Broncos annual awards night on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Tiona Paton, from Morinville, Alta. enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Science Degree - Agribusiness, and Pedro...
Broncos
| April 12, 2024
Meet our inspiring student, Zach, from Barbados, chasing his dream to become a world-class jockey with our Continuing Education Racetrack Exercise Rider program.
Student Success
| April 10, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is excited to unveil the renaming of two of our diploma programs. This update shows the College's ongoing commitment to remain at the forefront of industry standards and ensure our educational offerings...
Programs
| April 05, 2024
The Community Learning Campus (CLC) is thrilled to announce the opening of its latest addition, the eagerly awaited functional fitness space. With the floor laid, walls freshly painted and state-of-the-art equipment installed, the space is now...
General, Student Life
| April 03, 2024
March 23-24, 2024 was Olds College annual horseshoeing contest "The Olds Classic". Aaron Perry and Madeline Kwan collaborated with the competition company, North 49 Farriers, to organize and run this significant industry event. We had the great...
Events, Programs, Student Success
| April 02, 2024
Five ambitious students in their second year of the Business Management Diploma program at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology showcased their business strategy skills at the annual Alberta Deans of Business Case Competition on March 14...
Student Success
| March 27, 2024
On March 20, 2024, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and Lakeland College Applied Research co-hosted a Sheep Research Showcase in Olds, Alta. welcoming close to 70 people to the first-time event (in the midst of a snowstorm). The Sheep...
Events, Smart Farm
| March 22, 2024
Three high school students got the opportunity to showcase and access their welding skills at the Skills Canada Alberta Regional competition on Saturday, March 16, 2024.
Events, Programs, Student Success
| March 19, 2024
A pair of Olds College Broncos futsal players were recognized in Lac La Biche as the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) handed out All-Conference awards in the sport for the first time in its history.
Broncos
| March 14, 2024
We're proud to announce Dayani Patuwatha Withanage, Research Associate, Crop Research at Olds College Centre for Innovation (OCCI), recently had a peer-reviewed journal article published.
Smart Farm
| March 06, 2024
The Government of Alberta announced on Thursday, February 29, the allocation of $63 million in capital funding to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology for the renovation and expansion of the W.J. Elliott Building.
Donors
| March 01, 2024
The winter Career Fair held on Tuesday, February 6 in the Alumni Centre and Learning Commons brought together 76 employers, including 21 premium employers, and attracted a crowd of 600 students eager to explore their future career prospects.
Student Life, Student Success
| February 21, 2024
Work-integrated learning bridges academia and industry, empowering students with real-world experience. Olds College cultivates partnerships, providing students with practical skills and industry with talented individuals. Students gain valuable...
Agriculture, Partnerships, Programs, Student Success
| February 13, 2024
In preparation for a long journey to Mexico through the Alberta Rotary Club Los Amigos Project, two frosty fire trucks were serviced by students in the Heavy Equipment Technician Diploma program at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology.
General
| February 09, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is announcing that the Honourable Ted Menzies is stepping down as Board Chair effective immediately due to personal reasons. While regretful of the need for this decision, Ted expressed deep optimism...
Administration
| February 07, 2024
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology proudly announces it is on track to meet its enrolment target for the current academic year and projected to meet the enrolment goals set in its strategic plan, Growing 2025. As of Jan. 16, 2024, the...
General
| January 26, 2024
In a warm welcome that transcended borders, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology hosted guests: Zaldy B. Patron, the Consul General of the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary, and Nathan Cooper, MLA for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills.
| January 19, 2024
The Community Learning Campus (CLC) is thrilled to announce plans to upgrade its fitness facilities to better cater to the increasing training needs of its valued clients.
| January 16, 2024
In the spirit of giving and togetherness, the "Home for the Holidays" initiative, run by Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, successfully brought together international and out-of-province students with local community hosts.
Student Life
| January 11, 2024
Each year, this award is given to one student who is completing their Agricultural and Heavy Equipment diploma at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.8 and being actively involved in the community
Donors, Student Success
| December 19, 2023
Olds College proudly announces the appointment of Mara-Lee Moroz as the institution's new Chief People & Culture Officer, effective February 1, 2024.
General
| December 13, 2023
The continued growth of the Smart Agriculture Ecosystem and applied research activities on the Olds College Smart Farm launched the College into the top five this year.
Smart Farm
| December 07, 2023
In a bustling event that brought together 425 eager students and 50 employers, our recent career fair proved to be a resounding success.
Events, Student Success
| December 01, 2023
Teaching the finer details of chainsaw chains to arboriculture students can pose a challenge in a conventional classroom environment.
Faculty Success, Programs
| November 27, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is proud to announce the launch of the groundbreaking Indoor Agriculture Certificate program, the first of its kind offered in Canada.
| November 20, 2023
Aaron Perry, an instructor in the Farrier Science Certificate program at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, was recently recognized for his exceptional commitment to guiding aspiring farriers. He received a prestigious Mentorship Award...
Alumni, Faculty Success, Programs
| November 15, 2023
Angela's journey at Olds College is one of resilience and hope. As part of the Student Refugee Program, she's pursuing her dreams despite adversities. Her story reflects the incredible impact of education in the lives of refugee students.
Student Success
| November 15, 2023
The documentary "Common Ground" sheds light on the efforts to create healthier food and farms through compelling stories from farmers and allies.
Events, Smart Farm
| November 08, 2023
Thanks to Bumper to Bumper's generous $3,000 toolbox donation, Olds College's Agricultural & Heavy Equipment program is better equipped to prepare students for success with essential tools.
Donors
| October 27, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology enjoyed an impressive turnout for its first two-day Open House event on October 14 and 15.
Admissions, Events, Programs
| October 20, 2023
This initiative is dedicated to raising awareness and support for mental health and is designed to bring together students, athletes, and their communities.
Broncos
| October 17, 2023
SeedMaster Manufacturing Ltd. is proud to announce a new 10-year partnership with Olds College of Agriculture & Technology to sponsor seeding equipment for the Olds College Smart Farm.
Partnerships, Smart Farm
| October 03, 2023
In recognition of his unwavering commitment to education and innovative teaching methods, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology instructor Bob Hoffos has been awarded the prestigious 2023 NISOD Excellence Award by the National Institute for...
General
| September 27, 2023
As we embark on the Fall 2023 term at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, we extend a warm welcome to not only new students joining our campus community but also esteemed individuals who have joined as new members of our Board of Governors.
| September 21, 2023
On August 2, 2023 at AgSmart an Induction Ceremony was held to celebrate the 2023 Hall of Fame and Hall of Merit award winners. The ceremony was held in the hosting tent at AgSmart with over 50 friends, family, and fellow alumni of the...
Alumni
| August 22, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and Hebert Grain Ventures solidify their collaboration on strategic initiatives aimed at driving innovation and growth in the Alberta and Saskatchewan ag industry.
Smart Farm
| August 17, 2023
On August 1 & 2, 2023, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology welcomed more than 3,100 people for its fourth in-person AgSmart event. This two-day educational expo focused on agriculture technology and data across the sector —...
Smart Farm
| August 05, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and Nufarm Agriculture Inc. have signed an official agreement to collaborate in the research, development, and testing of agriculture technologies and products at the Olds College Smart Farm. This...
Agriculture, Partnerships, Donors
| August 02, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce Discovery Farm Woodstock has joined the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network. This addition to the network brings total membership to eight smart farms across four provinces working...
Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network
| August 02, 2023
With connection to AGTECH ACCELERATOR, a venture-backed accelerator program founded by Cultivator powered by Conexus, Emmertech, and Economic Development Regina (EDR), this strategic collaboration is poised to drive innovation in agriculture,...
Agriculture Technology
| July 26, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is delighted to announce that Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) has been named Partner of the Year for 2023. This recognition celebrates AFSC's exceptional collaboration and significant...
General
| July 24, 2023
To celebrate five years on the Smart Farm, we're thrilled to present the 2023 Smart Farm Impact Report to showcase our industry-driven applied research, education and training — and the positive impact we’re making in...
General, Smart Farm
| June 27, 2023
Thanks to Rocky Mountain Equipment (RME) for a generous loan on equipment, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is excited to welcome three new pieces of heavy equipment to campus.
Donors
| June 22, 2023
The RBC Foundation has committed $150,000 to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology with the aim of promoting and advancing research and innovation in the field of controlled environment agriculture (CEA). This generous funding will play a...
Donors
| June 16, 2023
Congratulations to the 108th graduating class of Olds College of Agriculture & Technology!
General
| June 08, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce Lethbridge College has joined the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network. The network currently has seven members across three different provinces in Canada working collaboratively...
Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network
| June 07, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2023 Olds College Honourary Degree — Dr. Jay Cross, for his outstanding contributions to veterinary medicine and education.
Alumni, Honourary Degree
| June 06, 2023
As today marks the beginning of Pride Month, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology renews our commitment to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) on our campus.
#OCPride
| June 02, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce the appointment of the Hon. Ted Menzies, P.C., as the new Chair of the Olds College Board of Governors by the Government of Alberta Ministry of Advanced Education. Menzies has...
| June 01, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce Enterprise Machine Intelligence & Learning Initiative (EMILI) is bringing Innovation Farms Powered by AgExpert into the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network. The network currently...
Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network
| May 31, 2023
Over five-hundred high school students, teachers and parents attended Olds College of Agriculture & Technology to learn about program offerings and experience our campus for Discovery Day! Attendees travelled from all over Canada –...
| May 26, 2023
The School of Life Science & Business at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology is proud to announce the grand opening of its new student space, thanks to the generous contribution of a $20,000 grant from the CPA Education Foundation of...
Donors, Student Life
| May 11, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology trades students have shown their commitment to serving the community by providing their skilled services to the Rotary Club of Olds. Their contributions to the Rotary Club include working on two...
| May 11, 2023
Educators focused on ensuring rich career path-way experiences for K-12 students are applauding the provincial government’s investment into a multi-partner Central Alberta Collegiate Institute (CACI) programming model.
General
| April 27, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture and Technology is pleased to welcome Dr. Joy Agnew into the role of Vice President, Research, Dr. Peter Mal into the role of Vice President, Student Experience, and Mr. Todd Ormann into the role of...
Alumni, Campus, General
| April 11, 2023
On Monday, April 3, the Raven team arrived on Olds College campus to deliver the brand new OMNiPOWER 3200 model — featuring a sleek and onyx new appearance. Raven connected with Olds College Centre for Innovation (OCCI) earlier in the...
Donors, Smart Farm
| April 05, 2023
After a three year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the long-running Olds Classic Horseshoeing Contest returned to the McLellan Arena on the Olds College of Agriculture & Technology campus. The event, which has been running since 1982, was...
| March 29, 2023
United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Ltd. (UFA) and Olds College of Agriculture & Technology are pleased to announce the winner of the 2023 UFA Student Pitch Competition is Justin Andersen.
| March 29, 2023
The eighth annual International Women's Day Brew has been unveiled by the Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management diploma program's first and second year students. The limited edition beer,aptly named 'Crushing It,' is a sessional cold IPA...
General, Hospitality, Tourism, Brewery and Meat Processing
| March 08, 2023
Despite the challenge of balancing academics and athletics, Tabitha Martin, outside hitter on the Broncos Women’s Volleyball team, has proven that anything is possible this spring as she graduates from her fourth program at Olds College...
| March 07, 2023
After experiencing workplace harassment, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology alumni Morgan Creighton, decided to make it her passion to help mentor and guide young women navigating a career in the turfgrass industry.
| March 07, 2023
The Field Crop Development Center (FCDC) at the Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is now accepting applications to license new seed varieties.
| March 07, 2023
With 3,600 acres of farmland to work with, the Crop Research team at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is able to perform in-field crop research with small plots trials and full-field commercial scale investigations.
Smart Farm
| March 06, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology instructor and brewmaster, Jason Popesku, won bronze in the 2023 Iron Brewer Competition during the Jasper Beer & Spirits Festival on Feb. 12, 2023.
| February 27, 2023
Earlier this fall, five agribusiness students gained valuable international business experience by participating in a unique global experiential learning project — X-Culture.
| February 27, 2023
Every February, people in Canada are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. The prairies have a rich history of Black Canadians who helped establish the...
| February 01, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been named in the top 10 of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges according to Research Infosource Inc. The continued growth of the Smart Ag Ecosystem and applied research activities on the...
Agriculture, Agriculture Technology, General, Research
| January 25, 2023
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to welcome Dennis Beaudoin into the role of Dean of the School of Trades and Skills. Beaudoin most recently served as the Associate Dean within the School of Trades and Skills at Olds...
| January 11, 2023
Horizons is the College's bi-annual, educational magazine about smart ag technologies, applied research activities, food production, innovations in farming and agricultural experiences. The latest edition of Horizons magazine is...
| January 05, 2023
Two faculty members of the Farrier Science certificate program at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology were in the first group of professionals to attend the new Association of Farrier Trainers of Canada (AFTC) exam in spring 2022.
General News
| December 19, 2022
On Nov. 2, 2022, Leona Staples, Chair, Olds College Board of Governors, announced the 14th President of Olds College of Agriculture & Technology – Dr. Ben Cecil. The Board of Governors conducted a nation-wide executive search to find...
General News
| December 07, 2022
A student in the Agricultural & Heavy Technician program at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology recently received a toolbox, valued at $3,000, from Bumper to Bumper in Olds, AB.
General News
| December 01, 2022
| November 02, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and SaskTel have signed a memorandum of understanding that will see the two organizations come together to work on solving some of the largest challenges currently facing agriculture technology,...
General News
| October 13, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is launching a new Agriculture Communications Certificate. The first of its kind offered in Canada, this one year program prepares students for a meaningful career supporting the agriculture...
General News
| October 11, 2022
On October 5, 2022 over 200 guests gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Werklund Agriculture and Technology Centre, a modern facility designed to enhance the student experience through high-tech learning spaces.
General News
| October 06, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is launching a new Equine Care & Management Certificate for fall 2024. Offered through the College’s School of Life Science and Business, the new one-year program prepares students for a...
General News
| October 05, 2022
Esport student athletes will compete out of the new esports lab in the Bell E-Learning Centre, which features 12 Dell XPS8940 computers and Alienware peripherals.
General News
| September 28, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to announce its newest learning facility will be named after Dave Werklund and Susan Norman-Werklund in recognition of their leadership investment and unrelenting support that has transformed...
General News
| September 22, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is pleased to welcome Jay Steeves into the role of Dean of the Werklund School of Agriculture Technology. Steeves comes to the College with over 23 years of experience in the field of education,...
Smart Farm
| September 08, 2022
Olds College of Agriculture and Technology celebrated the installation of the first pride crosswalk in Olds, Alberta. In front of a crowd of students, staff and faculty, a rainbow ribbon was cut to celebrate the pride crosswalk located on the...
#OCPride
| September 02, 2022
Olds College and Agriculture 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...
General News
| August 09, 2022
Presented by Alberta Barley, over 240 people in attendance learned about the amazing research and industry collaboration that takes place at FCDC.
General News
| August 04, 2022
Olds College is pleased to announce the University of Saskatchewan (USask) Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence (LFCE) has joined the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network as the first expansion site.
General News
| July 19, 2022
Olds College launches new certificate program in Agriculture Sales & Customer Support in alignment with ‘Alberta 2030: Building Skills for Jobs’ plan to expand apprenticeship-style programs.
General News
| June 28, 2022
Olds College and the Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) are thrilled to host the Lacombe Field Day on Wednesday, July 27, 2022.
General News
| June 23, 2022
Olds College is pleased to award the 2022 Olds College Honourary Degree to Holly Fortier for her significant contributions through Indigenous Awareness Training.
Honourary Degree
| June 20, 2022
To kick off Olds College Pride month activities, Olds College and Olds High School staff, faculty and students joined together to raise the pride flag on campus.
#OCPride
| June 17, 2022
The Olds College community celebrated the 107th graduating class in-person as hundreds of graduates crossed the stage.
General News
| June 16, 2022
Olds College looks forward to welcoming two full-time Ukrainian students to campus as part of a sponsorship program developed in response to the conflict in Ukraine.
General News
| June 09, 2022
Offered free of charge to students in grades 11 and 12, the five day overnight camp delivers an immersive college experience to 20 students interested in exploring the power of data informed decision making to help transform the future of...
General News
| June 07, 2022
Olds College and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have signed an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in joint activities on the Olds College Saskatchewan Smart Farm including student work-integrated learning, technology demonstration...
General News
| May 30, 2022
Over the next three years, approximately 90 additional seats will be added to the Veterinary Technical Assistant certificate program.
General News
| May 25, 2022
Olds College Centre for Innovation (OCCI) is continuing to support innovation in agriculture through a $1.6 million funding announcement made last week from Alberta Innovates through the Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (CARIN).
General News
| May 19, 2022
Olds College Board of Governors is pleased to announce that Dr. Ray Block will be taking on the role of Interim President, effective August 2, 2022.
General News
| May 17, 2022
Farming runs deep for Margery Steckler and her late husband, George. Committed to the advancement of agriculture, farmers and education, this Didsbury couple has become a familiar name at Olds College.
General News
| May 03, 2022
Olds College is pleased to announce that Trina Radcliffe, Manager of Athletics, has been awarded the Leadership Excellence Award for Managerial Staff from Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan). The CICan Awards of Excellence recognize...
General News
| April 26, 2022
Olds College is excited to announce the launch of two brand new non-credit Equine Certificates developed to promote and provide standardization in the equine industry.
General News
| April 14, 2022
The funds will go towards the development and delivery of enhanced academic programming and providing students with opportunities to attend conferences, forums, educational courses, guest lecturers and speakers.
General News
| March 29, 2022
With two large construction projects underway (the Ag Tech Learning Hub set to open this September and the Animal Health Education Centre scheduled for fall 2023), and several more projects being planned, Olds College has created a Campus Master...
General News
| March 18, 2022
Olds College instructors will teach the College’s Business Management Certificate in Drayton Valley to international students recruited to the program through Everest.
General News
| March 14, 2022
Olds College continues to work with the Government of Alberta and Alberta’s Post-Secondary community to deliver the education, training and applied research.
General News
| March 01, 2022
Olds College is excited to partner with Wyvern to improve sustainability in agriculture using high-resolution hyperspectral imagery with the upcoming launch of Wyvern’s DragonEye satellite.
General News
| February 07, 2022
Applications are now being accepted for Olds College’s new Agriculture Sales Certificate. Offered through Continuing Education, the new credential was created with industry partners who identified a need for marketing and sales training...
General News
| February 01, 2022
Since investing $1 million in the Olds College Smart Farm one year ago, TELUS Agriculture has been collaborating with the College to develop and accelerate agriculture technology while supporting the next generation of agriculture talent...
General News
| December 20, 2021
Olds College signed a five-year memorandum of understanding with Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) to facilitate student exchange between the two institutions.
General News
| December 15, 2021
Olds College was pleased to welcome H.E. the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Canada, Akylbek Kamaldinov, and members from the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Canada including visitors from the Canada Eurasia Russia Business Association (CERBA) and Condor...
General News
| December 09, 2021
Smart farming pioneer Olds College, one of Canada’s leading agricultural schools, is partnering with Bioenterprise, Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine, to strengthen national agricultural innovation opportunities.
General News
| December 08, 2021
Two of Canada’s leaders in agriculture and agri-food education and applied research, Olds College and University of Saskatchewan (USask), have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate in joint activities related to...
General News
| November 24, 2021
The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Federal Minister of Agriculture and newly appointed Alberta Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development, Nate Horner, toured the Olds College Smart Farm to learn more about the industry-led,...
General News
| November 18, 2021
The Thought Leader is an advisor, connector and collaborator for Olds College and Canada’s Smart Agriculture Ecosystem. The role is designed to engage an individual for a two to three year period, as a way to support Olds...
General News
| November 05, 2021
The Olds College Brewery took home multiple awards at the 2021 Alberta Beer Awards, winning Silver in the American-Style Wheat Beer category with Hay City, as well as taking Bronze with Barley Trail in the All-Alberta Malt category.
General News
| November 04, 2021
In January, 2021 the Field Crop Development Centre transitioned from the ministry of Alberta Agriculture and Forestry to Olds College. Focused on developing enhanced cereal varieties for feed, forage, malt, food and...
General News
| October 27, 2021
Olds College launches microcredentials in horticulture production, cannabis retail, and beverage production. A microcredential is a short-term, flexible certification that recognizes a specific skill, learning outcome or competency that allows...
General News
| September 28, 2021
BASF Digital Farming has announced a $300,000 donation to Olds College, as part of its three-year commitment to support the Olds College Smart Farm.
| September 22, 2021
The College’s strategic plan was produced in 2018 to provide a clear direction for the College centred around growth and achieving our social purpose of “transforming agriculture for a better...
General News
| September 01, 2021
Olds College researchers are evaluating the economic and environmental benefits of using native wetland plants and floating island technology to remediate feedlot runoff water. This research aims to effectively improve water quality for irrigation...
General News
| August 30, 2021
Olds College is pleased to announce Connie Young has been selected as the new Vice President of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
General News
| August 17, 2021
The latest edition of Horizons magazine is now available. We are always searching for new and interesting stories to feature about our alumni in Horizons.
General News
| August 16, 2021
From autonomous farm equipment and livestock digital imagery demos to expert educational sessions, food trucks and beer gardens, AgSmart 2021 had something for everyone.
| August 12, 2021
The Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN) has unveiled the fourth project to be funded through its 2020 Closed Competition. Evaluation and Improvement of Economic, Environmental and Logistical Benefits of Autonomous...
General News
| August 03, 2021
In support of Alberta’s economic recovery, seven of Alberta’s Colleges and Polytechnics have signed a declaration to work together to advance agriculture and food research in Alberta.
| July 29, 2021
Working with members of the Olds community, the tipi in the Constructed Wetlands at Olds College is being filled with messages of encouragement and support for indigenous communities as unmarked graves continue to be found near residential school...
General News
| July 15, 2021
To keep our campus community safe, all staff and students are encouraged to get the COVID-19 vaccine. It is our top priority to give you a safe and healthy in-person learning experience.
General News
| June 22, 2021
Today, on National Indigenous People’s Day, Olds College would like to announce that we have officially signed the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Indigenous Protocol that was developed by CICan with its members...
General News
| June 21, 2021
Olds, Alberta, Canada, June 17, 2021 - Olds College announces the launch of the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network—a network of Smart Farms committed to sharing data and expertise that will help farmers, industry and...
General News
| June 17, 2021
Two of Alberta’s premier agriculture applied research institutions are coming together to ensure the province’s agriculture industry has access to world-class researchers, resources and data.
General News
| June 15, 2021
Together Loyalist College and Olds College will establish new and enhanced work integrated learning opportunities for students between the two institutions, and explore potential areas of collaboration in smart agriculture, vertical farming and...
General News
| June 15, 2021
Olds College and Olds High School staff and students raised the pride flags on campus to celebrate inclusivity and to kick off Pride Month 2021.
#OCPride
| June 14, 2021
TELUS has expanded its next-generation 5G network to Olds as part of a three year, $14.5 billion investment in Alberta to further support the province through the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent economic recovery. Local residents, businesses, and...
General News
| June 09, 2021
Olds College celebrated the graduating classes of 2020 and 2021 on Saturday, June 5, 2021, via two virtual ceremonies, which marked the College’s 105th and 106th Convocation.
General News
| June 07, 2021
In solemn recognition of the lives and spirits of the 215 children whose remains were discovered on the grounds of the Kamloops Residential School, we are lowering the flags on the Olds College campus.
Lowering the Flag
| May 31, 2021
On March 18, 2021 the Government of Alberta issued a statement encouraging Alberta’s post-secondary institutions to prepare for a full return to campus for fall 2021. Under the guidance of the Government of Alberta,...
General News
| May 14, 2021
Olds College and TELUS Agriculture are partnering to offer a complimentary webinar on crop disease control and management, disease cycles and how technology can support more accurate and timely disease-related decisions.
General News
| May 11, 2021
Leona Staples, Chair of the Board of Governors at Olds College, was one of the seven women to receive the 2021 Influential Women in Canadian Agriculture award. Staples, along with her husband and sons, also own and operate The Jungle Farm in Red...
General News
| May 10, 2021
Alberta’s colleges are ready to respond to the Alberta 2030: Building Skills for Jobs strategy by continuing to provide adaptable, relevant, hands-on training that prepares students to support Alberta’s employers and economy....
| May 03, 2021
Olds College was recognized with a Silver Applied Research and Innovation Excellence award from Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) for their innovative creation of the Olds College Smart Farm and smart agriculture...
General News
| April 27, 2021
This project aims to reduce GHG emissions by capturing and reusing CO2 that would otherwise be wasted into the atmosphere. By adding this technology to the brewing process, the goal is to reduce emissions and create a valuable product....
General News
| April 22, 2021
The live-streamed production of A Celebration of Alberta Ag, successfully wrapped up on Friday, April 9, 2021 with over 1200 viewers from all over Alberta, Canada and around the world, including England, Nigeria, the Philippines and New...
General News
| April 16, 2021
Olds College is one of 123 post-secondary institutions across Canada to receive a $25,000 Kickoff Grant from the Bell Let’s Talk Post-Secondary Fund. This grant will enhance the current online campus health and wellness...
General News
| April 15, 2021
United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Ltd. (“UFA”) together with Olds College are pleased to announce Daniel Stefner, with his pitch for Hopper Bottom Grain Flow Gauge, as the winner of 2021 UFA Student Pitch Competition. A...
General News
| April 14, 2021
On the Olds College Smart Farm, TELUS Agriculture has been testing innovations like security solutions, weather stations, field sensors, and rural connectivity solutions. In the near future, the Smart Farm will provide live testing for...
General News
| March 31, 2021
As Alberta’s economy recovers and moves forward, Alberta’s colleges are ready to lead the way, providing real world experience and cutting-edge research to support Albertans and the communities where they...
| March 30, 2021
Olds College and Cervus Equipment have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in the operation of the Smart Farm. The five-year agreement will see Cervus provide John Deere farm equipment and the labour needed to...
General News
| March 16, 2021
Residents of Mountain View County and the Town of Olds are invited to attend a virtual community town hall meeting on March 16, 2020 at 7 p.m. to learn more about the transition and longer-term operational plan for the compost centre. To register...
General News
| March 16, 2021
TD Bank Group has committed $250,000 to Olds College in support of autonomous agriculture education and applied research on the Olds College Smart Farm. The funding will support the continuing operation of the DOT Autonomous...
General News
| March 11, 2021
United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Ltd. (“UFA”) is pleased to announce that Olds College students Daniel Stefner, Kenneth Deocampo, Lauren McKamey, Styn Nieuwenhuis and Tristen Norman have been named semi-finalists in the...
General News
| March 08, 2021
This Sundress Has Pockets is a Session New England Pale Ale (NEPA) style brewed by first and second year female students from our Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management Diploma program.
General News
| March 08, 2021
Streamed live from the Olds College campus, the evening’s program will include an appearance by Alberta born country music star — Corb Lund, as well as showcasing the College’s hands-on program offering and student...
General News
| March 02, 2021
Dr. Joy Agnew, Associate Vice-President, Applied Research, Olds College was named in the Top 50 most influential people in Canadian Agriculture by Canadian Western Agribition (CWA). Dr. Agnew joins several Olds college alumni on the...
General News
| February 23, 2021
At Olds College everything we do supports the innovative evolution of the agricultural industry. From offering full-time programming in agriculture, agriculture technology, horticulture, animal science, land and environment management, food...
| February 23, 2021
At Olds College, our goal is to foster an environment of mutual respect and trust among all learners. Together, with our students and staff, we will continue to learn how we can do better and make meaningful changes to ensure Olds College is a...
General News
| February 01, 2021
Olds College has developed a customized gender equity initiative to address inequity in leadership development, sport, and physical activity for women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender- diverse individuals at Olds College and the surrounding...
General News
| January 25, 2021
A long-time friend and advocate of Olds College, Mr. Clark was appointed to the Olds College Board of Governors as a public Board Member in January 2010.
Lowering the Flag
| June 13, 2020
