This event is supported by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund (BCCAF). Funding for the BCCAF has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. BCCAF is delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation

Dr. Usama has been working in areas of livestock nutrition, feed efficiency, grazing management, and reducing the environmental impact because of his interest in how nutrition can affect rumen functioning, animal health, production, and emissions/excretions to the environment.

His Part 1 (Nov 15) and Part 2 (Nov 16) LUNCH AND LEARN Webinar Series on "Maximizing Pasture Health and Livestock Productivity through Rotational Grazing" will share his expertise in sustainable animal nutrition to understand rumen function, enhanced forage output and methods to reduce the effects of agriculture on the environment, and his broad knowledge of nutrition will contribute to this scientific trainer position to improve sustainable dairy production and feed efficiency.

Part 1 will focus on: November 15

What is Rotational Grazing?
Definition and concept of rotational grazing
Historical context and its evolution
Benefits of rotational grazing for pasture and livestock

The Principles of Rotational Grazing:
Establishing paddocks and grazing cells
Grazing rotation schedules
Monitoring and managing forage growth

Advantages of Rotational Grazing:
Improved pasture health and quality
Increased livestock productivity and weight gain
Environmental benefits (soil health, reduced erosion, etc.)

Planning Your Rotational Grazing System:
Selecting the right livestock species
Designing a grazing plan for your specific landscape
Water and infrastructure considerations

Part 2 will focus on: November 16

Practical Implementation:
Setting up fencing and water systems
Establishing a grazing calendar
Handling livestock rotations
Troubleshooting common challenges

Case Studies and Success Stories:
Share real-world examples of successful rotational grazing systems
Highlight benefits and outcomes

Environmental and Sustainability Considerations:
Discuss the role of rotational grazing in sustainable agriculture
Conservation benefits and carbon sequestration potential

Challenges and Solutions:
Address common hurdles and obstacles
Offer solutions and best practices

Dr. Usama has been working in the agriculture industry in Fraser Valley of BC since 2018. The most satisfying part of his job is when he helps farmers save money and save previous nutrient losses to the environment.

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Topic: Cover Cropping Series
Time: Nov 15, 2023 12:00 PM Vancouver
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Nov 15, 2023 12:00 PM
Nov 16, 2023 12:00 PM

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