Farm Resilience Mentorship Program for Advanced Grazing Systems
Advanced Grazing Systems is a free national program for farm operators and extension professionals to learn rotational grazing principles and techniques. This program is one of three topic areas available through Farmers for Climate Solutions (FCS) Farm Reisilence Mentorship Program (FaRM). The Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) has worked collaboratively with grazing experts across the country to develop curriculum modules and mentorship program.
Manitoba Beef & Forage Initiatives is working with FCS & CFGA to implement the grazing mentor program in Manitoba. Producers have the option of accessing the modules independently through an online learning platform where you can review resources in your own time or connect with other farmers learning the same materials across the country. Registration available here
Producers wanting to connect in-person locally have the opportunity to access regional peer mentors for one-on-one support to brainstorm ideas, review, or develop grazing plans for all potential funding opportunties. Current peer-to-peer mentors in Westman, Parkland, Southeast, and Interlake regions have access to local professional agrologists as needed for final review of grazing plans.
The Manitoba Advanced Grazing Systems Mentor Network also works collaboratively with Manitoba Agriculture extension specialists, Manitoba Beef Producers, Ducks Unlimited, and local watershed districts to coordinate and host field tours and workshops to promote grazing practices.