Frequently Asked Questions about FarmTech
Q: What is the FarmTech Foundation of Alberta?
The FarmTech Foundation of Alberta is a registered not-for -profit society committed to agricultural extension, specifically crop production and farm management. The members of the Foundation are the the same as the host groups of the FarmTech Conference: Alberta Reduced Tillage LINKAGES, Alberta Pulse Growers, Alberta Canola Producers Commission, Alberta Conservation Tillage Society II and the Alberta Barley Commission.
Q: Who organizes FarmTech?
The FarmTech Conference planning committee consists of two representatives from each of the host groups and one representative from each of the co-hosts. The organizing committee also appoints up to three ex-officio members. Alberta farmers make up the majority of the committee. CEO Productions is responsible for the management of the conference.
Q: How are the speakers and topics selected?
The FarmTech education committee is responsible for selecting all speakers. The education committee is made up of members of the planning committee plus additional representatives from across industry and government. The education committee follows these guidelines for selecting topics:
• a balance of new technology, environmental issues, agronomy and farm management topics
• a blend of big picture sessions and practical information that can be immediately put into practice
• a mixture of speakers including researchers, agronomists, farmers, and other professionals
Q: Why are some speakers sponsored by companies?
All speakers are first selected by the Farm Tech education committee. After these decisions are made, Gold Sponsors have the opportunity to sponsor individual keynote speakers for an additional fee.
