OSCIA was one of the many collaborators involved in a project to advance research on the role of riparian buffers in relation to carbon sequestration and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The project was led by Dr. Naresh Thevathasan at the University of Guelph and was funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Greenhouse Gases Program (AGGP).
Five videos were created to highlight the benefits of riparian buffers as a best management practice and to show the range and impact of research that is being undertaken on the role of riparian buffers in relation to carbon sequestration, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity, and soil health. These videos can be found at https://www.osciaresearch.org/ecosystem-services/
In addition to highlighting many researchers, these videos feature Wellington SCIA members Liz and Reg Samis, Bruce Whale and Waterloo SCIA member Robert Shuh. They are all great spokespeople for agricultural stewardship.
OSCIA also worked with Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) on a survey of landowners who planted riparian buffers on their farms. If you interested in the report or a pre-recorded presentation on the findings contact:
Tracey Ryan
Applied Research Coordinator
Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association