News & Updates from the CFGA Team

Panel Discussion: Planning and Execution

In this session Gabrielle’s presentation brings an international viewpoint from COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland, of forage and grassland sector roles in addressing global climate change goals.

David’s presentation examines communicating sustainability of the Canadian agriculture production system to the general public, and roles, responsibilities and opportunities for the Canadian forage and grassland sector.

This session was a panel discussing the natural capital of Canadian grasslands.

Karen’s presentation looks at opportunities for Canadian forage growers to monetize the positive landscape functions of the forage and grassland sector and explores new revenue sources for the Canadian forage grower.

Nathalie’s presentation examines beef sector level sustainability goals, tracking and reporting systems, and the role of the forage sector in supporting landscape health and function.

Why is Shell involved in nature based solutions? Shell has enforced a strategy to transition their business to create net zero emissions.

Jacques’ presentation examines advanced forage management practices to reduce whole farm GHG emissions from a Quebec perspective.

During this session Sylvestre Delmotte’s presentation examines the forage sector’s role in regional climate change adaptation planning and execution through Agriclimat non-profit. He also spoke about forage production in Quebec.