Tabitha Caswell (T. Anderson)

Professional writer and communications strategist. Curious, compassionate, creative.

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

It’s been an insightful day at the AGRI Tech Venture Forum! 🌱

Here’s a quick recap:

Investors shared emerging sector trends and practical tips for entrepreneurs looking to secure growth capital, scaling innovators showcased solutions to Canada’s most pressing agri-food challenges, and experienced founders openly discussed creative problem-solving for their pain points.

A few keywords of the day:

Adoption
AI
Agent is
Automation
Data
Efficiency
Energy
Labour
Resources
Risk
Robotics
ROI

With sovereignty on Canada’s main stage of late, one message stands out: agri-food is national security, and investing in the right kinds of tech can strengthen it.
Moving these innovations from idea to adoption requires the right support at the right time. For this reason, strategic innovation investment is essential—for domestic food security, for trade independence, and for economic strength.

#AgriTech #FoodTech #AgriFood #Innovation #Investment #VentureCapital

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Intense half-day wrap at the AGRI Tech Venture Forum yesterday! 🌱

It was great to catch up with colleagues and meet new members of Canada’s agri-tech ecosystem. If we missed you, please send us a message!

Directly related to our recent efforts with the Farmer Innovation Advisory Group, we were thrilled to see multiple farmers and producers participating and engaging in discussions, and to hear their valuable perspectives about real-world adoption of innovations on the farm.
More on FIAG: https://t.co/rDsO7QjP9f

In case you missed it, Bioenterprise CEO Dave Smardon shared an update on our National Call to Action work, including meaningful progress on the key recommendations.
Learn more: https://t.co/2CDR87IOAn

#AgriTech #AgriFood #Innovation #FarmerLed

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Last week, the @Bioenterprise_CA team had the privilege of attending the @LifeSciencesON 23rd Annual Celebration of Success Awards gala. 💫

It was an inspiring evening filled with heartfelt speeches from award recipients, a delicious dinner, and cherished moments with our amazing team. We were honoured to share one of our tables with the @ontariogenomics team and delighted to be joined by esteemed guests including Martin Yuill, Bioenterprise Innovation Advisor & Executive Director of Spark Centre; John Cassidy, Managing Director of @THRIVEAgriFood ; and John Kelly, Deputy Minister at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness.

A huge thank you to LSO for hosting such a wonderful event! 🎉✨

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Join us at the 2026 AGRI Tech Venture Forum!

Bioenterprise Canada is proud to partner with the AGRI Tech Venture Forum taking place May 6–7, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario.

👉 https://t.co/8sYMMMTMdP

This event brings together founders, investors, corporates, and leaders from across the agri-food innovation ecosystem.

This year’s Forum has been reimagined to connect the full value chain and create meaningful opportunities for collaboration, investment, and growth. Our team will be there participating, and we'd love to see you!

Through The Engine, receive 25% OFF your NEW registration to attend.

Ask us for your DISCOUNT CODE!
Email ▶️ [email protected]

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

RFP Opportunity: Northern Controlled Environment Agriculture Unit: Co-Design Study

The @csa_asc is seeking a multidisciplinary team combining a Canadian CEA organization and an Inuit firm in Nunavut to co-develop a deployable CEA unit design.

The project will support future Inuit-led food security initiatives in Nunavut while advancing technologies relevant to long-duration space missions.

Learn more: https://t.co/9eJNaIIPKJ

#ControlledEnvironmentAgriculture #FoodSecurity #Innovation #AgriTech #FoodTech

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

This week, our team gathered to pause.

To take stock of where we are and where we’re headed.
To sharpen our focus.
To answer the question:

How do we best serve a sector that has such enormous potential to shape Canada's future?

1. The opportunity in Canadian agri-food innovation is real – for our economy, advancing food security and accessibility, and delivering climate-smart solutions the world needs.

2. We are surrounded by builders: producers driving productivity, innovators developing breakthrough technologies, committed partners investing in progress.

3. We have world-class natural resources and deep expertise. Canada has everything it needs to lead in sustainable food and agriculture.

4. The Engine is here to bring it all together. To ensure that leadership is coordinated, intentional, and built to scale.

Connect. Innovate. Grow.

Learn more about us & join Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine:
https://t.co/Jxc7ug6AzP

[GRAS @GRAS_Elora]

Do you have your SPARK V5 tickets yet? This year we're talking about "Where Agricultural Innovation Meets Carbon Reduction"!

Get details and tickets here: https://t.co/rIQdXi6HCh

#SPARKV5 #elora #agriculture #agtech #greentech #carbon

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Ready to grow your ON-based #AgriBusiness? 🚀 With support from @AgricultureON the Grow Ontario Accelerator Hub is open for intake! 👉 EN: https://t.co/irXpEwPsX6
FR: https://t.co/TfRR3um8be
Learn more about GOAH in our info session: Feb 11 at 2pm
Register 👉https://t.co/LcgZACUA0O

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Applications for Round 3 of the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) are now OPEN! Apply to receive up to $100K for clean growth adoption projects. Supported by #GC through @FedDevOntario 🇨🇦. ➡️ Learn more: https://t.co/MkLQuWoYwE

#CleanGrowth #AgriTech #FoodTech

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Canadian innovators: CSA is seeking proposals to develop food production technologies for the ISS.

Focus areas:
Plant health, water disinfection, food safety, nutrient analysis.

Up to 4 contracts. Partnership option available.

Deadline: Jan 6, 2026
Learn & apply: https://t.co/fhWNZm0hVe

#CSA #AgriTech #SpaceTech

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

From farms & forests to factories, Canada’s #bioeconomy transforms valuable resources into #innovation, jobs, & resilience.

@BioenterpriseCA, @BICAccelerator & partners across Canada are working to break down silos, strengthen supply chains, & power a more competitive future.
Learn more:
➡️ https://t.co/ECwD6zC9SD
➡️ https://t.co/i6qH9cJeFd

#BioCAN #TheEngineTurns5

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

What role can government play in driving the next wave of agricultural innovation? Other countries are making progress with different models. What can we learn from them?

Read the full article:
English ➡️ https://t.co/vGI41BmkQ2
French ➡️ https://t.co/aYAv6sJWOa

[Tabitha Caswell (T. Anderson) @tabcasprowriter]

My perspective constantly broadens, so ask me 6 months from now if this will stick, but for now here's my hot-take on the current outlook for #Canadian #agricultural #innovation, including its cross-sectoral connection to the future of Canada's #bioeconomy. 👇

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

🟩 #Canadian #agriculture industry op-ed—Growing the #Bioeconomy We Deserve: Why Canada’s Agri-Innovation Must Move Beyond Potential

Read ➡️ https://t.co/vwIBA0I7dV
@BICAccelerator #BioCAN #Innovation #AgriTech #CdnAg #TheEngineTurns5 @tabcasprowriter 💭

[Gardener's Path @Gardeners_Path_]

How to Plant and Grow Honeyberries (Haskap) - Honeyberries are easy to grow in cool climates and produce early-season fruit. Learn how to plant and grow tasty haskap berries now on Gardener's Path. #growyourown #gardeningtips #gardening https://t.co/oq5Txqido5

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Applications for Round 2 of the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) are now OPEN!

Apply to receive up to $100K for #CleanGrowth adoption projects. Supported by #GC through @FedDevOntario 🇨🇦.

Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/Xd4Ch8neuX

#SGAP #AgriTech #FoodTech

[Tabitha Caswell (T. Anderson) @tabcasprowriter]

How important is storytelling when developing your brand? Learn here!👇

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Join @BioenterpriseCA Innovation Advisor Henrique Dias for an insightful brand storytelling workshop to turn your curious browsers into loyal customers. 📅 June 26 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM EDT | Register now ➡️ https://t.co/qwmtL210pA

#BrandStrategy #StartupMarketing #AgriFood #AgriTech

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Waxwing Commons Ecological Farmstead is flourishing in Northern Ontario with the support of Bioenterprise Canada's Grow Ontario Accelerator Hub (GOAH).

Read more ➡️
EN: https://t.co/yMt79mReBH
FR: https://t.co/M6QLfGEKF9
#AgriFood #Innovation #OntAg #GrowOntario #TheEngine

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

This week we’re celebrating the innovative producers, workers & entrepreneurs who power Ontario's agri-food supply chain. To our community of agri-food leaders, founders, partners, and investors: thank you for building the future of food for all Ontarians! 💚 #loveONTfood #OntAg

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

🚜#Farmers, you ARE at the heart of #AgriTech innovation! We’re looking for farmers from every province and territory to join the Farmer Innovation Advisory Group (FIAG)–a nationwide platform shaped by voices from the farming community. Learn more & apply: https://t.co/rDsO7QjP9f
#CdnAg #Farming #Agriculture #CdnFarming

[Bioenterprise Canada @BioenterpriseCA]

Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine is pleased to present Bioenterprise Canada’s 2024 Year in Review! It’s a showcase of real success stories and achievements. Read now: https://t.co/tYgsxMj03S