To thrive, the vertical farming sector must address broader market needs by expanding beyond microgreens and leafy greens to include a wider variety of produce. This diversification, along with managing unit costs, ensuring power reliability and affordability and developing a skilled workforce, are crucial for meeting retailer and consumer demands.
It appears this technology is on its way to both being a ‘gift’ and a ‘curse’. Some have changed and greatly improved aspects of our lives while others have been accused of threats to our civil rights, economy and democracy. AI has moved from an academic theory to quickly becoming a reality – think, facial recognition, self-driving vehicles, smart homes, interpreting medical tests, online shopping and cybersecurity to name just a few.
Jesse is the Vice-President of Genics. Genics, head-quartered in Acheson Alberta, is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacturing of environmentally and user friendly wood preservatives and fire retardants.
Jesse has been with Genics for 11 years, holding a variety of positions within the company throughout this time. These roles have included Field Services Foreman, Plant Manager, General Manager and currently Vice-President. His history with the company has allowed him the opportunity to learn the business from the ground-up. Presently he oversees the day-day operations of the organization, working with the lead team in managing the Manufacturing, Sales, R&D and Field Services Departments.
Nate Horner was sworn in as the Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board on June 9, 2023. Cam is the Business Development and R&D Coordinator for Genics located in Acheson.
Vern Peterson is an accomplished professional with 30 years of diverse expertise in marketing, scriptwriting, construction, and real estate. As the prospective VP of Recruitment and Acquisitions for Canada’s Medical Clinic, he aims to make significant contributions to the future growth and success of the organization.
As Alberta’s need for palliative care inevitably grows alongside its population, we must rethink how we deliver this crucial service.
I like to read commentary by various writers on what they think will be most important occurrences in the upcoming year. I have a stack of “The Year Ahead” Maclean’s magazines, but also collect “The World Ahead” by The Economist.
Post AGM Mixer for Members and Future Members: Cam Linke with Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute) and Michele Evans (Prairies Economic Development Canada)
Rainforest Energy, an AEG member, is a Calgary-based biofuels company whose mission, Empowering Humanity through Clean Energy Innovation, reflects their dedication to pioneering sustainable fuel solutions in Alberta.
When I began to contemplate what I would write as a year-end summary I was hopeful it would be easier than last year to make it more uplifting and hopeful that we were turning the corner to easier times.
