Join OSCIA for an informative pasture walk and presentation and explore the agro-ecological benefits of integrated practices like rotational grazing and cover cropping, such as improved biodiversity and species at risk habitat protection, enhanced soil and water quality, nutrient cycling and mitigating net greenhouse gas emissions.
Peter Kotzeff is a beef veterinarian and farmer who owns and manages over 2000 acres of cropland, pasture and protected woodland, wetland, and riverbanks in Bruce County – much of which is considered marginal land with irregular sloped fields. By integrating intensive (or strip) cattle grazing, minimal tillage, cover crops and sensible crop rotation, Peter has observed improved soil structure, greater nutrient availability, and a healthier river.
Participants will also hear from:
- Andrew Campomizzi, Research Scientist, Birds Ecology Conservation Ontario
- Kim Schneider, Assistant Professor in Forage and Service Crops, University of Guelph
This event is FREE to attend. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is required. Please dress appropriately for field conditions (e.g., close-toed shoes). The tour will proceed rain or shine (barring severe inclement weather).
This event is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund projects in the Rotational Grazing or Cover Cropping categories.
Questions can be directed to SARFIP@ontariosoilcrop.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!
