Extended Learning, Dalhousie Agriculture

09/03/2026

Interested in using drones to improve your farm operation?

In partnership with LandView Drones and the Atlantic Institute for Digital Agriculture, registration is now open for two hands-on programs designed to help producers and ag professionals explore the latest in precision agriculture technology.

Ag Drone School: Learn the productive, safe, and legal use of agricultural drones, from your first flight to autonomous field mapping. Explore crop imaging, NDVI, remote sensing, and practical on-farm applications.
📅: September 28 & 29, 2026
📍: Dalhousie Agricultural Campus, NS
💰: $590
🔗: https://shorturl.at/N0EmS

Spray Drone Bootcamp: Take your skills further with advanced training in drone spraying and spreading. Gain hands-on experience with mission planning, application calibration, spray quality, drift management, and pesticide safety.
📅: October 1 & 2, 2026
📍: Dalhousie Agricultural Campus, Truro, NS
💰: $790
🔗: https://shorturl.at/8k1OX

Whether you're new to agricultural drones or ready to expand your precision agriculture expertise, these courses provide practical knowledge you can apply immediately.

09/01/2026

Last week, we welcomed producers from across Nova Scotia to our Smart Farming Showcase: Precision Agriculture Field Day at Dalhousie Agricultural Campus.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to explore innovative research, emerging technologies, and practical applications of precision agriculture in horticulture, Christmas tree production, sheep, and cattle operations. It was a great opportunity to connect researchers and producers while sharing ideas that support a more sustainable and productive future for agriculture in Nova Scotia.

Special thank you to our presenters and Horticulture Nova Scotia, Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia, Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia and Nova Scotia Cattle Producers for supporting this event.

08/29/2026

Learn to create a modern garden that provides freedom, ease and harmony.

This course will help you understand the ecology and creation of a landscape influenced by the prairie biome, and supportive of wildlife. Learn about natural succession and its management in naturalistic meadow landscapes. Explore the use of plant associations in garden design, and why they are important, and how to use native plants in sophisticated ways.

Course has open enrollment meaning you can enroll and begin at any time.

Tuition: $499

Course starts October 1, 2026, and ends July 31, 2027. Those interested may register anytime between now and January 31, 2027.

Learn more and register: https://extended.short.gy/EcoGarden

08/28/2026

Interested in growing healthier, more productive vegetables at home?

Organic Vegetable Gardener is a flexible, self-paced online program that teaches the fundamentals of organic gardening, including soil health, plant nutrition, pest management, composting, and more. Perfect for home gardeners looking to build their skills and confidence.

Courses have open enrollment meaning you can enroll and begin at any time.

Tuition: $144. Optional course textbook with enrolment: $124. Textbook without enrolment: $144.

Those interested may register anytime between now and October 31, 2026. The course ends on December 31, 2026.

Learn more and register: https://extended.short.gy/OVG

08/28/2026

Last chance to register!
Future Farm: Precision Agriculture Training

Agriculture is changing—and technology is leading the way! Offered in partnership with the Atlantic Institute of Digital Agriculture, the Future Farm: Precision Agriculture Training program from Dalhousie University is designed to help you build practical, in-demand skills for today’s innovation-driven farming industry.

✅ Learn to operate precision agriculture technologies
✅ Gain experience with agricultural data collection and analysis
✅ Explore current industry trends and employer needs
✅ Participate in online learning plus a 3-day hands-on Field School in Truro, NS

Online: Sept. 14–Nov. 6, 2026
Field School: Nov. 12–14, 2026
Tuition: $1,250

Whether you're starting your career, looking to upskill, or interested in the future of farming, this program can help you take the next step in Atlantic Canada’s growing Agri-Tech sector.

Learn more and register by September 4:
https://extended.short.gy/FutureFarmFB

As agriculture rapidly evolves into a high-tech industry, there’s a growing demand for skilled workers who can operate precision technologies and manage agricultural data. This program provides a practical introduction to precision agriculture, equipping you with the hands-on skills and knowledge ...

08/27/2026

Registration is now open for the Master Gardener Program!

Interested in improving your gardening skills? Get together with other gardeners who share a passion for horticulture and are dedicated to learning and growing their knowledge to share with their community or those wanting to become a certified Master Gardener. The program consists of four independent-study courses available online. The program is available for three regions: Alberta, Ontario, and Atlantic Canada.

Courses have open enrollment meaning you can enroll and begin at any time.

Tuition: $499 per course

Courses start October 1, 2026, and end July 31, 2027. Those interested may register anytime between now and January 31, 2027.

Learn more and register:
https://extended.short.gy/MGTP

08/18/2026

Please join Extended Learning in congratulating Barb on her appointment to the Order of Nova Scotia. Barb is recognized for advancing health equity, education and opportunities for Black and African Nova Scotian communities.

Barb has been a strong advocate for our Bridge into Agriculture program, and completed the program herself in 2025.

Congratulations, Barb!🎉

We're proud to share that Dr. Barbara Hamilton-Hinch has been named a 2026 Order of Nova Scotia Recipient! Dr. Hamilton-Hinch is assistant vice provost, Equity and Inclusion at Dalhousie University and a professor in the Dalhousie School of Health and Human Performance-HAHP.

This is one of the province's highest honours, recognizing her outstanding leadership and lifelong commitment to equity, inclusion, and community wellbeing.

Congratulations Barb!

https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/08/14/2026-order-nova-scotia-recipients-announced

08/12/2026

Registration is now open for our BRAND NEW online course: Exploring Agriculture in Atlantic Canada!

Want to better understand the agriculture industry in Atlantic Canada? This new online, self-paced course provides a strong foundation in the region's agricultural sector, including key commodities, economic impacts, sustainability challenges, and emerging digital technologies. Designed for newcomers, industry professionals, students, and anyone interested in agriculture, this course helps build the knowledge and confidence to engage in meaningful conversations about the sector.

The course opens Aug. 10, however, this course has open enrollment meaning you can enroll and begin at any time.

Tuition: $150 (+HST)

Learn more and register today:
https://extended.short.gy/ExAg

08/10/2026

Last week, our team had the opportunity to participate in a wellness retreat led by Keep Growing - Mindset & Nature Therapy. It was a wonderful chance to step away from our daily routines, connect with nature, recharge, and spend meaningful time together as a team.

Our retreat was held at the beautiful Seek Wilderness Accommodations in Truro. The event yurt was the perfect, peaceful spot to act as the homebase for our nature based activities.

Thank you to Lindsay Jennings for guiding us through a thoughtful and refreshing experience. We are grateful for opportunities that support wellness, connection, and personal growth.

The session was funded by the Workplace Wellness Grants Program at Dalhousie University.

08/06/2026

Registration is now open for the Capstone program. Capstone is a practical, hands-on management and leadership program designed specifically for Canadian agriculture over 4 modules.

Delivered through Bridges To Success Ag, this program provides the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to help agricultural businesses thrive for the future.

Uniquely designed for:
✔️Farm owners
✔️Successor generation leaders
✔️Farm managers
✔️Agribusiness entrepreneurs
✔️Family farm partners
✔️Progressive producers seeking growth and strategic direction

Learn more: https://shorturl.at/Z8ChX

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