Calgary is moving to strengthen its position in agrifood innovation with a commitment of up to $2.75 million from the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund to launch AgSphere, a new hub connecting producers, startups, investors, and partners. Temporarily based at Stampede Park, AgSphere will feature an innovation centre, event space, national producer network, and career platform.
It aims to support 75 companies and train 450 workers amid a projected 100,000-person labour shortage by 2030. Mayor Jeromy Farkas and OCIF CEO Brad Parry said the initiative builds on Alberta’s agricultural legacy and aligns with Calgary’s broader innovation strategy.
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