Dalhousie's enduring partnership with a major agricultural equipment manufacturer and local dealership has played a pivotal role in enhancing student education in the Faculty of Agriculture and underscored the university's commitment to innovation and excellence in the field.
Over the past 15 years, Case IH — alongside dealership Tidal Tractor — has provided 141 tractors and other advanced farm machinery units to the Faculty.
“It’s clear this partnership serves as an example of the power of collaboration,” said Dr. Heather Bruce, dean of the Faculty. “Working closely with industry partners like Case IH and local dealership Tidal Tractor has allowed us to enrich the student experience and drive innovation within the Faculty of Agriculture. This is a model we hope to continue expanding, building more relationships with industry leaders who share our commitment to education and excellence.”
The partnership first began when Dalhousie’s farm was facing a challenging situation with the prohibitive cost to repair an aging piece of equipment. Gary Maddison of Tidal Tractor and Robert Meier of Case IH saw an opportunity to do more than just fix a piece of equipment; they created a program that would provide state-of-the-art machinery and a chance for Dal's students to experience the latest in agricultural technology.