Far evolved from the early days of Pebble and Google Glass, wearable technology has been steadily gaining adoption since entering the mainstream via the launch of Apple Watch in 2015. Indeed, Canadians have now moved on to innovating wearable tech for agricultural applications. Research projects out of the University of Calgary oriented around innovating the […]
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Why Alberta is Taking Over SXSW
When we received word that more than four dozen Alberta-based startups were marching toward Texas for this year’s South by Southwest, it felt like the rumblings of war. Perhaps not war, but exciting nonetheless: Alberta Innovates has summoned 50 local ventures to the battlefield of SXSW to take on the iconic annual event in Austin […]
Two Calgary Startups Selected for Cultivator’s Agtech Accelerator
Cultivator’s Agtech Accelerator has announced the 16 startups selected to participate in their second cohort and two Calgary startups made the cut. Calgary’s CultivateCI and OneCup AI are are two of the 16 companies from across Canada and the U.K. to be selected. CultivateCI scores crop production on carbon intensity at the field or barn level, allowing […]
Eyes of the Rancher: OneCup AI Brings Computer Vision to Farms
Recently, THRIVE II Canada Accelerator announced their latest cohort, which included six Calgary-based companies. Thrive’s award-winning program accelerates sustainability, innovation, and technology across the industry. Companies were selected for their potential to disrupt traditional farming practices, promote industry sustainability, and reduce environmental impact while giving farmers the tools to increase yields and productivity. Among them […]
Alberta Sends 50 Startups to SXSW Conference
This year’s South by Southwest (SXSW) conference in Austin, Texas kicks off on March 10th and, thanks to Alberta Innovates, 50 high potential Alberta ventures will be making the trip. The companies are graduates of Alberta Innovates’ Scale-up and Growth Accelerator Program and represent the province’s strength in agri-food, sustainability, health, and digital technologies sectors. […]
Six Calgary Companies Chosen for THRIVE Agtech Accelerator
The THRIVE II Canada Accelerator has announced their most recent cohort and six Calgary-based companies have made it through their rigorous selection process. In total 15 companies with innovative ground-breaking solutions were selected to participate in Thrive’s award-winning program that accelerates sustainability, innovation, and technology across the industry. Companies were selected for their potential to […]