New scholarship program launches for agriculture students at Olds College

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Hebert Group president Kristjan Hebert says he has hired Olds College students in the past and is always impressed with their level of knowledge, work ethic and appetite for learning.

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Statistics from RBC’s Farmers Wanted report examining farm labour suggest 40 per cent of Canadian farmer operators will retire by 2033, placing the agriculture industry in a precarious state if younger talent isn’t ready to step in and fill the void.

“It’s one of the most exciting times to work in agriculture and we want to give that opportunity to students who may not have grown up on a farm,” he said. “The financial award will help them pay for their education and the work term will give them the practical experience they need to complete their degree and get hired. We believe they will be exposed to many exciting learning opportunities at our farm, including digital and precision agriculture and the business side of the operation.”

Established in 1913, officials say Olds College is one of Canada’s top 10 research colleges. Through its applied research and integrated learning, it is known as Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. It aims to work closely with industry to advance and adapt programming to ensure its graduates have the skills to succeed.

“As the agriculture industry continues to evolve, technological advancements have made data-driven decision-making increasingly crucial. Today’s students require advanced critical thinking and data literacy skills to succeed upon entering the workforce. Olds College is grateful to HGV for recognizing the importance of educating the next generation of agriculture professionals,” said Todd Ormann, Vice President of Development for Olds College.

Recipients will be chosen from an application process that includes the most recent transcripts and a written essay.

The four or eight-month paid internships with HGV will satisfy the Integrated Learning requirement of the students’ chosen programs.