- Graduating Bachelor of Agriculture Technology (BAgTech) students presented their practicum reports, sharing experiences and insights gained during their industry placements.
- The event featured 16 exhibitors showcasing a variety of technologies in both livestock and crop sectors, providing attendees with a comprehensive view of current agritech advancements.
- Attendees experienced live demonstrations of cutting-edge agricultural technologies, allowing for practical understanding and engagement with the innovations.
- Farm 4.0 facilitated interactions between students, industry professionals, and producers, fostering connections that support the integration of new technologies into the agricultural sector.
The students of lakeland College recently exhibited their agricultural skills and industry knowledge at the annual Farm 4.0 event, a student-led showcase held at the Vermilion Regional Centre.
The event featured exhibitors, an outdoor equipment display, and presentations from third-year Bachelor of Agriculture Technology students, who shared their experiences from year-long practical placements in the industry.
Riley Engel, a third-year student in the programme, highlighted the significance of the event: “This gives our current students an opportunity to present their findings and their learnings throughout their journey so far.”
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Todd Sumners, vice-president of academic and research at Lakeland College, added that Farm 4.0 exemplifies the institution’s commitment to hands-on applied learning, providing students with a platform to showcase their practical experiences.
The event also served as a networking opportunity, connecting first and second year students with industry members who utilise evolving technology. Engel emphasised the importance of this interaction: “It is such a big push for technology coming out. For us to have the industry members who understand it and use it to their full capability is really important.”
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Through Farm 4.0, Lakeland College continues to foster innovation and practical learning, preparing students to contribute effectively to the future of agricultural technology.
