Agtech Clusters are critical to success
Research demonstrates that regional economies with strong clusters have higher levels of innovation, more patents, more entrepreneurship, more successful start-ups, higher export and economy, higher wages and better productivity. Regions with strong clusters are particularly successful in attracting new investment and attracting talent.
Building on BC Resources
BC has many assets that can be leveraged
to benefit agriculture including:
- Established technology
- A strong brand
- Electricity and water resources
- Gateway ports for export
- Farmland protection
- A desirable place to work and live
We have established strategic partnerships to help lead the way.
UFV
Agtech research and development + Agritraining and teaching
Science World
Agritourism and public education
* B.C. Food Security Task Force “The Future of B.C.’s Food System.”
Building on Research & Development Partners
BC has a diverse group of universities and institutions with unique skills and resources. Imagine if we could connect more of these resources to Agtech industry partners.
UFV – Research & Teaching Partner
Existing Research Collaborators
Building on our Experience
Nutriva Group Mission
To improve health and
well-being through innovation
and collaboration.
Ecodairy Mission
To inspire a love for agriculture through a fun learning experience
on a working farm.
Bakerview Farm Accomplishments
Hydrogreen
first in Canada
Automatic
calf feeder
first in BC
Vitamin D2
eggs
first in world
ANAEROBIC DIGESTION
second in BC
Rice production
& processing
first in Canada
Malting barley
production
first in Fraser Valley
Intensive
year-round
grass-fed
beef program
first in world – Using
hydroponic grass
and liquid whey
Wagyu IVF
genetics
program
first in BC/Canada
Palm/Oleic fat
development for dairy feed
first in Canada