Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - Cover Crops from the Sky
2025-09-09 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-09-10 11:00, 2025-09-11 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Curious about drones on the farm? Come see how they’re changing the game.
Drones offer the opportunity to seed into moist soils that could not otherwise be trafficked, to capture an extra month or more of warm growing conditions in early fall, and to leverage specialized custom operators during an otherwise busy period. We’ll explore the best crop staging for aerial seeding—complete with a look at early-season results, and side-by-side comparisons with traditional seeding methods. Join us to see how smart tech can save time, cut costs, and boost results. Don’t miss it!
Date(s): Sept 9. 10, and 11
Time(s): 11 am Daily
Where? In front of OSCIA tent (very end of 6th lane south) booth S-610
Attendees will need to purchase a ticket to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show to attend this event.
Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show – Cover Crops from the Sky is an OSCIA recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - Rotational Grazing Demo
2025-09-09 14:30 - 15:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-09-10 14:30 - 15:00, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-09-11 14:30 - 15:00 | Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Join Tim Prior at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show for a demonstration of the rotational grazing technologies Brussels Agri Services has to offer.
Date(s): Sept 9. 10, and 11
Time(s): 10 am and 2:30 pm Daily
Attendees will need to purchase a ticket to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show to attend this event.
Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show – Rotational Grazing Demo is an OSCIA recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Pasture Walk
2025-09-10 16:00 - 19:30 | Heritage Cattle Co., 690 Scriven Road, Otonabee, ON, Canada
4:00 – 5:30 pm – Farms at Work Pasture Walk

Meet the Farmers
Rotational Grazing System – Sunderland Co-op
Alternative Parasite Control – Merck Animal Health

5:30 – 6:15 pm – Local Supper, Prepared by SKH Catering – Beef from Heritage Cattle Co.
6:15 – 7:30 pm – Sunderland Co-op Information Stations

Cattle Handing Systems – Kloozterman Equipment
Pasture Nutrition – Sunderland Co-op
Ask the Vet – Peterborough Veterinary Services

When? Wednesday September 10 @ 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Where? Heritage Cattle Co. – 690 Scriven Road, Otonabee
REGISTER HERE
Pasture Walk is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

From Sky to Soil: Drone Innovation Changing the Way We Farm
2025-09-19 15:00 - 17:00 | 376465 – 37th line Embro, 376465 - 37th line, Embro, Ontario, N0J 1J0, Canada
Curious about drones on the farm? Come see how they’re changing the game—from cover crop seeding to capturing crop data and spraying with precision. We’ll show you how one drone gathers info from the field, and another follows up with a live demo, applying a custom prescription based on that data. It’s a hands-on look at how smart tech can save time, cut costs, and boost results. Don’t miss it!
PRESENTATIONS:
Cover Crops from the Sky: What Works, What Doesn’t
Join Jake Munroe, Soil Management Specialist (Field Crops) OMAFA in the field for a boots-on-the-ground (and drones-in-the-air) look at aerial seeding in action. We’ll dive into the best crop staging for aerial seeding of cover crops—right where it’s happening, with a demo into standing soybeans. You’ll see early results from last season’s drone seeding efforts, with photos and insights on what influenced success, including surface residue, tillage systems, and more. We’ll also compare the pros and cons of drone seeding versus traditional methods like drilling or broadcasting. If all goes well, we’ll even take a peek at a cover crop seeded earlier this season and already growing beneath the canopy. It’s a chance to see what’s working, what still needs tweaking, and how aerial seeding might fit into your own system.

Aerial Insights. Clear Results.
After we see how drone cover crops work, Andres Hurtado, MBA, Founder and CEO – Terranova UAV will take us through a live demonstration that brings the future of agriculture into focus. This dynamic event showcases how drone technology is transforming the way we manage crops—from data capture to precision application. You’ll follow the full journey: watch as aerial data is collected in real time, see how it’s processed into actionable insights, and witness a programmed sprayer drone apply treatments with pinpoint accuracy. Learn how targeted applications—based on aerial prescriptions—can reduce input costs, increase efficiency, and drive better results in the field. Whether you’re new to drone tech or looking to take your operation to the next level, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

From Sky to Soil: Drone Innovation Changing the Way We Farm
2025-09-19 15:00 - 17:00 | 9
Curious about drones on the farm? Come see how they’re changing the game—from cover crop seeding to capturing crop data and spraying with precision. We’ll show you how one drone gathers info from the field, and another follows up with a live demo, applying a custom prescription based on that data. It’s a hands-on look at how smart tech can save time, cut costs, and boost results. Don’t miss it!
PRESENTATIONS:
Cover Crops from the Sky: What Works, What Doesn’t
Join Jake Munroe, Soil Management Specialist (Field Crops) OMAFA in the field for a boots-on-the-ground (and drones-in-the-air) look at aerial seeding in action. We’ll dive into the best crop staging for aerial seeding of cover crops—right where it’s happening, with a demo into standing soybeans. You’ll see early results from last season’s drone seeding efforts, with photos and insights on what influenced success, including surface residue, tillage systems, and more. We’ll also compare the pros and cons of drone seeding versus traditional methods like drilling or broadcasting. If all goes well, we’ll even take a peek at a cover crop seeded earlier this season and already growing beneath the canopy. It’s a chance to see what’s working, what still needs tweaking, and how aerial seeding might fit into your own system.

Aerial Insights. Clear Results.
After we see how drone cover crops work, Andres Hurtado, MBA, Founder and CEO – Terranova UAV will take us through a live demonstration that brings the future of agriculture into focus. This dynamic event showcases how drone technology is transforming the way we manage crops—from data capture to precision application. You’ll follow the full journey: watch as aerial data is collected in real time, see how it’s processed into actionable insights, and witness a programmed sprayer drone apply treatments with pinpoint accuracy. Learn how targeted applications—based on aerial prescriptions—can reduce input costs, increase efficiency, and drive better results in the field. Whether you’re new to drone tech or looking to take your operation to the next level, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

When? T==Friday, September 19 @ 3:00 PM – 5:00 pm

Where? 376465 – 37th Line, Embro
REGISTER HERE
From Sky to Soil: Drone Innovation Changing the Way We Farm is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Webinar: Fall Manure Management Tips to Maximize Nitrogen Next Spring
2025-09-22 12:00 - 13:00 | 9
Join us, as Chris Brown from OMAFA, discusses fall manure management tips to maximize nitrogen next spring!

When? Monday, September 22 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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Fall Manure Management Tips to Maximize Nitrogen Next Spring is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Strategic Cover Cropping: Tailored Solutions for Farm-Specific Challenges and Herbicide Integration
2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
The Ontario Certified Crop Advisor Association (CCA) and Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) have partnered to deliver training and educational resources to Ontario agrologists. With a focus on cover crops, nitrogen management, and rotational grazing, these sessions will support the objectives of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. Check out the full webinar series schedule here.
Join us on Wednesday, October 1st, to hear ICCA of the Year winner Dr. Lee Briese (CCA) for an interactive presentation titled “Strategic Cover Cropping: Tailored Solutions for Farm-Specific Challenges and Herbicide Integration”. Dr. Briese will discuss his experience matching cover crop species with specific issues on each farm, such as erosion, excess water, or compaction, and selecting herbicides that fit into that system.
Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF).
This event is free to attend. CEU credits are available.
REGISTER HERE
Strategic Cover Cropping: Tailored Solutions for Farm-Specific Challenges and Herbicide Integration is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for applicants with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Nitrogen and Cover Crop Plot Tour
2025-10-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Ridgetown University of Guelph, 120 Main Street East, Ridgetown, Ontario, Canada
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Nitrogen and Cover Crop Plot Tour
with Dr. Laura Van Eerd, Dr. David Hooker and Colin Elgie

Thursday, 2nd October 2025
For commercial farmers and agribusinesses

Three locations at Ridgetown Campus

Directions: (look for the signs)
9 am field lane entrance across from 911# 20701 Victoria Rd (formally 21 Hwy), north of Gosnell Line.
10 am East side of Victoria Rd, south of Gosnell Line – field lane entrance before 2nd rail-trail.
11 am at the back of Ridgetown Campus research plots

No cost. No preregistration required. KSE and CCA credits have been applied for
Long-term, medium-term and short-term cover cropping.
4R Nitrogen management with and without cover crops
Long-term tillage system, crop rotation, and N fertilizer experiment
Residue management: soil movement, and cover crop incorporation

CONVERSATION, COFFEE + TREATS!

For more information, contact Colin Elgie OMAFA at colin.elgie@ontario.ca 548-388-3496. Thank you to Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association and Margaret May.
Nitrogen and Cover Crop Plot Tour is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management and Cover Cropping category.

Beef @ Guelph Field Day
2025-10-09 17:00 - 19:30 | 9
Join the Ontario Beef Research Centre for a pasture tour, pizza and chat with the researchers!

When? Thursday, October 9 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Where? 6258 2 Line E, Centre Wellington, ON
No registration needed, this is a free event!
Beef @ Guelph Field Day is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Thanks Grazing! Pasture & Forest Walk + BBQ Dinner
2025-10-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Evermeadow Regenerative Agruculture, 8467 Willis Road, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Come see how we mix farming with ecological restoration & enjoy a free catered dinner by The Loco Smoker.

When? Saturday, October 11 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Where? Evermeadow Farm – 8467 Willis Road, Cobourg, ON
REGISTER HERE at this link
Spaces are limited!
Thanks Grazing! Pasture & Forest Walk + BBQ Dinner is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Rotational Grazing: Improving Soil Fertility for Nutrient-Dense Beef
2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
The Ontario Certified Crop Advisor Association (CCA) and Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) have partnered to deliver training and educational resources to Ontario agrologists. With a focus on cover crops, nitrogen management, and rotational grazing, these sessions will support the objectives of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. Check out the full webinar series schedule here.
Join us on Wednesday, October 15 with Randy Gamble for an interactive presentation “Rotational Grazing: Improving Soil Fertility for Nutrient-Dense Beef”. This presentation explores a grazing strategy that combines cover crops and nutrient reduction to enhance both pasture productivity and overall farm sustainability. While soil health is often emphasized in row crop systems, it’s equally vital for grazed pastures–boosting forage quality and reducing reliance on fertilizers beyond just nitrogen. Nutrient-dense forage = nutrient-dense beef. By focusing on forage quality, the farm produces healthier, more nutrient-rich beef.
Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF).
This event is free to attend. CEU credits are available.
REGISTER HERE
Rotational Grazing: Improving Soil Fertility for Nutrient-Dense Beef is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for applicants with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Webinar: Feeding the Crop, Fueling the Soil: The Role of Soil Biology in Nitrogen Cycling
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 | 9
Join Amanda Mitchell as she discusses the role of soil microorganisms in nitrogen cycling and how best management practices aim to “harness” the potential of the microbial community for crop nitrogen availability.
Amanda grew up on a grain farm in Southern Saskatchewan and is currently a PhD student at the University of Guelph studying the impact of BMP’s on nitrogen cycling microorganisms under winter wheat with Dr. Kari Dunfield.

When? October 22 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

REGISTER HERE

Feeding the Crop, Fueling the Soil: The Role of Soil Biology in Nitrogen Cycling is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Webinar: The Beef is ON: Bale Grazing for Extended Grazing and Pasture Rejuvenation
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | 9
Join the OMAFA Beef Team for their the Beef is ON series: Bale Grazing for Extended Grazing and Pasture Rejuvenation, a producer panel discussion with Christine O’Reilly, OMAFA Forage and Grazing Specialist. The panel will discuss the benefits of bale grazing for extended grazing and how the practice can be used for pasture rejuvenation. The panel will also discuss some of the pitfalls of the practice and will give the audience some practical tips and tracks to make it a success.

When? Tuesday, October 28 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

REGISTER HERE
Bale Grazing for Extended Grazing and Pasture Rejuvenation is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Nitrogen Management and Challenges in Corn
2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
The Ontario Certified Crop Advisor Association (CCA) and Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) have partnered to deliver training and educational resources to Ontario agrologists. With a focus on cover crops, nitrogen management, and rotational grazing, these sessions will support the objectives of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. Check out the full webinar series schedule here.
Join us on Wednesday, October 29 with Dr. Dan Quinn for an interactive presentation “Nitrogen Management and Challenges in Corn”. In this webinar, Dr. Dan Quinn dives deep into the complexities of nitrogen management in corn systems, highlighting why this nutrient remains a stubborn challenge despite decades of research and innovation. Nitrogen isn’t going anywhere–literally or figuratively. Its management remains a moving target due to environmental variability, evolving crop genetics, and technological limitations. The solution? Control what you can: minimize losses, optimize timing, and tailor strategies to your field’s unique conditions.
Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF).
This event is free to attend. CEU credits are available.
REGISTER HERE
Nitrogen Management and Challenges in Corn is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for applicants with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Webinar: The Beef is ON: Building Soil Fertility on my Pasture
2025-11-04 19:00 - 20:00 | 9
Join the OMAFA Beef Team for their the Beef is ON series: Building Soil Fertility on my Pasture, presented by Colin Elgie, OMAFA Soil Fertility Specialist.

When? Tuesday, Nov 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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Building Soil Fertility on my Pasture is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Webinar: Soil sampling – The how, the why, and the when
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 | 9
Join Grain Farmers of Ontario’s three-part GrainTALK Webinar Series focusing on soil fertility.
Colin Elgie, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness; Danny Jefferies, Honeyland Ag Services; and Caleb Niemeyer, Woodrill Ltd. discuss: Soil sampling – The how, the why, and the when.

When? Wednesday, November 5, @ noon

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Soil sampling – The how, the why, and the when is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Webinar: Soil sampling – The interpretation of results, turning analysis into recommendations, plus credits for manure & cover crops, and tools to use
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | 9
Join Grain Farmers of Ontario’s three-part GrainTALK Webinar Series focusing on soil fertility.
Colin Elgie and Christine Brown, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, discuss: The interpretation of results, turning analysis into recommendations, plus credits for manure & cover crops, and tools to use.

When? Wednesday, November 12 @ noon

REGISTER HERE
Soil sampling – The interpretation of results, turning analysis into recommendations, plus credits for manure & cover crops, and tools to use is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Cover Crops: Myths and Challenges with Jake Munroe
2025-11-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
The Ontario Certified Crop Advisor Association (CCA) and Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) have partnered to deliver training and educational resources to Ontario agrologists. With a focus on cover crops, nitrogen management, and rotational grazing, these sessions will support the objectives of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. Check out the full webinar series schedule here.
Join us on Wednesday, November 12 for an interactive presentation: “Cover Crops: Myths and Challenges with Jake Munroe.” Jake Munroe is the Soil Management Specialist for Field Crops with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA). Jake has expertise in soil fertility, soil health, and cover crop management. Through on-farm trials, demonstrations, and presentations, he shares information with Ontario farmers on best management practices to improve soil management and crop production. His current projects include evaluating late-season cover crop establishment following corn and soybeans and managing cover crops on clay soils. Jake is a Certified Crop Advisor. In this presentation, Jake will discuss misconceptions and challenges associated with cover cropping in Ontario.
Funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF).
This event is free to attend. CEU credits are available.
REGISTER HERE
Cover Crops: Myths and Challenges is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for applicants with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Soil and Water Information Day
2025-11-18 09:00 - 15:30 | Elora Grand Way Events Centre, 7445 Wellington County Rd 21, Centre Wellington, Ontario, N0B 1S0, Canada
The Soil and Water Information Day will be held at the GrandWay in Elora November 18.
There is in-person and virtual attendance available. Registration information & the agenda can be found here: https://ccaontario.com/product/soil-and-water-day/
This event is hosted by:

The Soil and Water Information Day is recognized as an OnFarm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) in the Cover Cropping and Nitrogen Management categories.

Webinar: How to take a recommendation and turn it into a fertilization plan
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | 9
Join Grain Farmers of Ontario’s three-part GrainTALK Webinar Series focusing on soil fertility.
Colin Elgie, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, and Dale Cowan, Agris Co-operative Ltd., discuss: How to take a recommendation and turn it into a fertilization plan.

When? Wednesday, November 19 @ noon

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How to take a recommendation and turn it into a fertilization plan is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management category.

Webinar: Best Management Practices for Soil Health
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00 | 9
Healthy soil is the foundation of productive and resilient farmland. Join Owen Ricker, Farmer Engagement and Research Liaison for the Ontario Soil & Crop Association, for an introduction to practical, science-based approaches to improving soil health, including techniques such as drone-seeded cover crops, cover crop grazing, and nitrogen inhibitors. Participants will gain valuable insights into how these practices support crop yields, water retention, and climate resilience, while contributing to long-term agricultural sustainability.

When? Wednesday, November 19 @ noon

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Best Management Practices for Soil Health is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Nitrogen Management and Cover Cropping category.

Webinar: Forage Focus- Triticale: The Comeback Kid
2025-12-02 19:30 - 20:30 | 9
Join the Ontario Forage Council with Joanna Follings, the Cereals Specialist from OMAFA.
This session explores triticale’s potential as a high-yielding forage crop, with a focus on agronomic management practices to optimize performance in livestock systems. Comparisons with other cereals and strategies for integration into double-cropping systems will also be discussed.

When? Tuesday, Dec 2 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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Forage Focus- Triticale: The Comeback Kid is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.

Webinar: Cover Cropping Innovation
2025-12-03 14:00 - 15:00 | 9
Join us for the 2025 Innovation Exchange: Living Lab–ON Research Forum — a four-part virtual series exploring climate-friendly solutions co-developed by farmers and researchers.
Across four Wednesday sessions this fall (Nov 26, Dec 3, Dec 10, Dec 17), we’ll dig into practical innovations and the latest research on:
December 3rd – 2:00pm

Cover Cropping Innovation
Living Lab – Ontario researchers are exploring innovative practices for cover crops in two different ways. Join Jake Munroe (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness) to learn about drone seeding cover crops into grain corn and soybeans, and Kim Schneider (University of Guelph) to learn about the benefits of cover crop grazing. The researchers are joined by farmer-cooperators participating in each of the trials who will share their experiences with trialing these practices.

REGISTER HERE
Cover Cropping Innovation is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Cover Cropping category.

Webinar: Forage Focus- Using Drones in Forage Production Systems
2025-12-03 19:30 - 20:30 | 9
Join the Ontario Forage Council with Adrien Rivard. Adrian founded Drone Spray Canada in 2020 after a 15-year career as a professional pilot. Returning to the family farm in 2018, the fusion of agriculture and aviation gave him the background to be one of the pioneers in the drone application industry.
More details to come.
When? Wednesday, Dec 3 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
REGISTER HERE
Forage Focus- Using Drones in Forage Production Systems is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.
