Agriculture Technology Research
Agriculture Technology Research
From drones and precision agriculture to automation and data-driven decision-making, Lakeland helps evaluate the technologies shaping the future of farming.
Researchers work with industry partners to test emerging tools and systems in real-world agricultural environments, providing practical insights into performance, benefits and challenges.
Through applied research and knowledge sharing, the centre helps producers and industry make informed decisions about adopting new technologies and advancing agricultural innovation.
Home to Canada’s first bachelor of agricultural sciences degree program, Lakeland is uniquely positioned to support agricultural technology research, with:
- 3,700+ acres on the Student-Managed Farm – Powered by New Holland
- commercial equine, bison, dairy, purebred and commercial cattle herds
- the Agriculture Technology Centre, G.N. Sweet Research Facility and Dairy Learning Centre
- access to emerging ag technology
- partnerships across industry and with producers around the region
Research projects are supported by a team of dedicated experts in their field, as well as experienced staff and faculty, and over 600 agricultural sciences students each year.
