Peace River Forage Association

1 Day Advanced Grazing Systems Workshop with Kelly Sidoryk
2023-02-22 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Dawson_Creek) | Northern Lights College, Fort St John, 9820 120 Ave,, Fort St John, British Columbia, V1J 6K1, Canada
Missed our other Advanced Grazing Systems Workshop Series in Dawson Creek and Fort St John? Get the whole series in one day with Kelly Sidoryk.
Location: Northern Lights College, Fort St. John

Time: 10am – 4pm, Wednesday February 22nd, 2023
Cost: Free for PRFA Members; $50 for non-members. If you are not a member please consider becoming one (memberships are $50-75 and available online).

Advanced Grazing Systems is a training course offered through the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association website (CFGA).
The PRFA is providing this Workshop to help (1) walk producers through the Advanced Grazing Systems Training and (2) build their Rotational Grazing Plan.

Both of these are required to apply for On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) funding for rotational grazing that is dispersed by the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association (CFGA). However, participants do not need to apply for funding to take this workshop.
It will also be great for folks who just want to (a) learn more about rotational grazing or (b) take the time to finally get their grazing plan down on paper (or computer) and have something in-hand rather than just an idea in their head.

If you have access to a laptop please bring one. If you don’t, no worries, we will work with paper copies.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION – On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is a federal fund that was announced in Feb 2022. It will offer cost-share funding for three project streams: (1) nitrogen management, (2) cover cropping and (3) rotational grazing. Other activities, such as outreach, education and training are also supported.

CFGA was selected as a recipient organization to distribute rotational grazing OFCAF funding in the provinces of BC, AB, SK and QC.
CFGA will be distributing the OFCAF rotational grazing funding continuously for producers to apply on. In order to apply producers must complete the Advanced Grazing Systems training and a Rotational Grazing Plan.
BC Investment Agriculture (BCIA) was also selected as a recipient organization to distribute (1) nitrogen management, (2) cover cropping and (3) rotational grazing OFCAF funding. BCIA has designated the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund (BCCAF) to deliver the OFCAF funding. Applications closed mid Oct for 2022 and will open in June 2023 and September 2023.

Advanced Grazing Systems Workshops (Jan 17, 23 & 31)
2023-01-17 19:00 - 2023-01-31 21:00
Advanced Grazing Systems is a training course offered through the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association website (CFGA).
The PRFA is providing this Workshop Series to help (1) walk producers through the Advanced Grazing Systems Training and (2) build their Rotational Grazing Plan.

Both of these are required to apply for On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) funding for rotational grazing that is dispersed by the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association (CFGA).
Participants do not need to apply for funding to take this workshop. It will also be great for folks who just want to (a) learn more about rotational grazing or (b) take the time to finally get their grazing plan down on paper (or computer) and have something in-hand rather than just an idea in their head.

One participant will win a giveaway that is valued at $1,500 (to get a water trough that supports their rotational grazing system).
Location: Fort St. John
Time: 7-9pm on Tuesday Jan 17th, 29th & 31st, 2023
Open to: PRFA Members. If you are not a member please consider becoming one (memberships are available online).

The ideas behind this progessive workshop series:

to provide a small group of producers a time/place to complete the training,
to source ideas from our Coordinator (Nadia Mori, who has completed the Grazing Mentor certification) & other producers in the room, and
to empower producers to feel comfortable enough to build their own rotational grazing plan.

If you have access to a laptop please bring one. If you don’t, no worries, we will work with paper copies.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION – On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is a federal fund that was announced in Feb 2022. It will offer cost-share funding for three project streams: (1) nitrogen management, (2) cover cropping and (3) rotational grazing. Other activities, such as outreach, education and training are also supported.

CFGA was selected as a recipient organization to distribute rotational grazing OFCAF funding in the provinces of BC, AB, SK and QC.
CFGA will be distributing the OFCAF rotational grazing funding continuously for producers to apply on. In order to apply producers must complete the Advanced Grazing Systems training and a Rotational Grazing Plan.
BC Investment Agriculture (BCIA) was also selected as a recipient organization to distribute (1) nitrogen management, (2) cover cropping and (3) rotational grazing OFCAF funding. BCIA has designated the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund (BCCAF) to deliver the OFCAF funding. Applications closed mid Oct for 2022 and will open in June 2023 and September 2023.

Excerpt from our 2022 Fall Newsletter:

Holistic Management Training, 6 Day Course
2023-01-13 - 2023-01-15
Instructor: Kelly Sidoryk from KW Cattle Co. Click here for Kelly’s bio.
Click here for some video and articles that Kelly has captured or written for the Canadian Cattlemen.
Limited to 8 spots
Farm couples must attend the course together. CHILDCARE will be AVAILABLE.
NEW INCREDIBLE PRICE: $250 per couple or farm unit attending the course
(poster will be updated soon to reflect price reduction from $1600 to $250)

Holistic Management is a value-based, adaptive management, decision-making framework. Whole farm/ranch planning is at the core of Holistic Management.
It integrates all aspects of planning for social, economic, and environmental considerations.
Funding support for the course fee may be available through OFCAF under the rotational grazing practices steam. Consider our Adaptive Rotational Grazing Workshops (Nov2022/Jan2023) to take the required training and create the grazing plan needed to apply for this funding.

2022 AGM for PRFA of BC, Dec 1st
2022-12-01 15:00 - 19:30 | Tower Lake Community Hall, 5018 226 Rd, Taylor, British Columbia, V0C 2K0, Canada
Join us for Lessons, Legends and Laughter : Celebrating 30 years as an Association.
Members who attend will receive

a chance to win a Free ticket (valued at $475) to the Western Canada Conference on Soil Health and Grazing (Dec 13-15, Edmonton), and
an exclusive 30th Anniversary T-shirt.

AGM documents (Agenda, Minutes & Reports) will be emailed to members who have registered, on November 25th.
All registered members will receive a package with the AGM documents (Agenda, Minutes & Reports) on Dec 1st.

A mini-trade show with displays from our participating 2022 GOLD, SILVER and BRONZE Friends of Forage Members will be on display.

https://goo.gl/maps/DN2pEFZEUjX3N1rC7

Advanced Grazing Systems Workshops (Nov 22, Nov 29 & Dec 6)
2022-11-22 19:00 - 2022-12-06 21:00
Advanced Grazing Systems is an training course offered through the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association website (CFGA).
The PRFA is providing this Workshop Series to help (1) walk producers through the Advanced Grazing Systems Training and (2) build their Rotational Grazing Plan.

Both of these are required to apply for On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) funding for rotational grazing that is dispersed by the Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association (CFGA).
Participants do not need to apply for funding to take this workshop. It will also be great for folks who just want to (a) learn more about rotational grazing or (b) take the time to finally get their grazing plan down on paper (or computer) and have something in-hand rather than just an idea in their head.

One participant will win a giveaway that is valued at $1,500 (to get a water trough that supports their rotational grazing system).
Location: Dawson Creek
Time: 7-9pm on Tuesday Nov 22nd, 29th and Dec 6th
Open to: PRFA Members. If you are not a member please consider becoming one (memberships are available online).

The ideas behind this progessive workshop series:

to provide a small group of producers a time/place to complete the training,
to source ideas from our Coordinator (Nadia Mori, who has completed the Grazing Mentor certification) & other producers in the room, and
to empower producers to feel comfortable enough to build their own rotational grazing plan.

If you have access to a laptop please bring one. If you don’t, no worries, we will work with paper copies.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION – On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
On Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) is a federal fund that was announced in Feb 2022. It will offer cost-share funding for three project streams: (1) nitrogen management, (2) cover cropping and (3) rotational grazing. Other activities, such as outreach, education and training are also supported.

Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) was selected as a recipient organization to distribute rotational grazing OFCAF funding in the provinces of BC, AB, SK and QC.
CFGA will be distributing the OFCAF rotational grazing funding continuously for producers to apply on. In order to apply producers must complete the Advanced Grazing Systems training and a Rotational Grazing Plan.
BC Investment Agriculture (BCIA) was also selected as a recipient organization to distribute (1) nitrogen management, (2) cover cropping and (3) rotational grazing OFCAF funding. BCIA has designated the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund (BCCAF) to deliver the OFCAF funding. Applications closed mid Oct for 2022 and will open in June 2023 and September 2023.

Excerpt from our 2022 Fall Newsletter:

Low Stress Livestock Handling with Dylan Biggs (9amBCtime)
2022-10-15 09:00 - 16:00
Live demonstration includes:

How to think like a cow & understanding why cows do what they do.
Understanding how our natural instincts can be counterproductive when working with
animals.
The building blocks for training your herd to be manageable, and the basic skills of
good handling.
Where, when, and how to pressure the flight zone of a herd animal.
Training your herd to drive. Gaining control of herd direction. Controlling herd speed.
Coordinating people for a successful move.
Moving livestock trough gates and dealing with obstacles.

Where: 5478 Rd, 251 Rd, Farmington, BC V0C 1N0 (Exceptional Equine Arena),
https://g.page/equineexceptional?share

Dylan Biggs, along with wife Colleen, own and operate TK Ranch, which is located in the endangered Fescue Grasslands of east-central Alberta (26km S of Coronation and 55km NE of Hanna). Dylan has an extensive background in ranching, holistic management and stockmanship, and provides sought-after workshops and training seminars on these topics.
Cost: $60 PRFA members; $100 for non-members; $100 for PRFA member farm units. Lunch included

AUG Grazing Series - Watering Systems
2022-08-30 19:00 - 21:00
Water is a critical component in making any grazing plan possible.
Troy & Kristina Schweitzer will discuss

the pros and cons of different water systems. Come see them in use.

Bring your water questions.
TIME: 7pm local time (which is PT, even though it says MST below)
LOCATION: Click on the link to open the location with google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/hudNz2EBAhghVKBX9
2948 220 road, east of Farmington
From FSJ: turn left onto Sweetwater Road. At Seven mile Corner turn left (north) onto 225 Rd. Turn right (east) onto 220 Rd. First driveway on the left after the 223 Rd.
From Dawson: head north on 17th street which turns into 219 Rd. Cross Sweetwater Road. Turn left (west) at 220 Rd. Turn right (north) into driveway after ~0.9 miles (if you pass the 223 Rd you have gone too far).

MANY THANKS to our series Sponsor ARC Resources

AUG Grazing Series - Electrical Fencing
2022-08-23 19:00 - 21:00
Fred & Lise Schneider will discuss

how to set-up electrical fencing in your rotational grazing paddock.

Dawson Co-op will also showcase a fencing equipment demo.
Bring your fencing troubleshooting questions.
TIME: 7pm local time (which is PT, even though it says MST below)
LOCATION: Click on the link to open the location with google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/dp8wrbRaaJWHneLX8
326 Riverside Rd, east of Pouce Coupe

MANY THANKS to our series Sponsor ARC Resources

AUG Grazing Series - Pasture Nutrition
2022-08-16 19:00 - 21:00
Dr. Jodi Kendrew will discuss

how nutritional awareness can make a significant difference in the management of your herd,
what to watch for to keep animals healthy,
what supplements may be helpful, and
preventative practices.

Bring your nutrition questions.
TIME: 7pm local time (which is PT, even though it says MST below)
LOCATION: Click on the link to open the location with google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/gHqmTCjyee9fja3Y7
Corner of Hwy 49 (Hwy to Spirit River) and Briar Ridge Road (207 Rd)

MANY THANKS to our series Sponsor ARC Resources

AUG Grazing Series - Grazing Rules & Principles
2022-08-09 19:00 - 21:00
Bill Wilson & Julie Robinson will discuss

how to get started with rotational grazing,
transforming a low producing pasture and
managing brush encroachment.

Bring your grazing questions.
TIME: 7pm local time (which is PT, even though it says MST below)
LOCATION: Click on the link to open the location with google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/thySpuXxE8g8QFHt6
South side of Sweetwater Rd, 9km from Matthew Park or 13 km from Rolla corner

MANY THANKS to our series Sponsor ARC Resources

Healthy Forages from the Ground Up
2022-06-18 13:30 - 19:30 | Rose Prairie Hall, 7077 260 Rd, Rose Prairie, BC, V0C 2H0, Canada
Come join us in-person for this field day and lip smacking supper at Rose Prairie (20 min North of Fort St John).
Please start the afternoon with a bathroom stop at the Rose Prairie Hall and then drive ~ 2 miles west to the field location.
1:30pm Welcome: Coffee & Pie @ field location (9825 260 Rd, see map).
1:45pm Host farm introduction (Collins Ranch, Aron & Sherri Collins).
We will also discuss (a) soils & tissue sampling, (b) field scouting and (c) fertility with Norm Dueck and Brenna Schilds.
5:30pm Transition to the Rose Prairie Hall for a mini-trade show, supper (6pm) and evening entertainment (7pm).
The Peace River Forage Association is turning 30 – please come celebrate with us!

Cattle Market Update Webinar
2022-04-20 19:00 - 20:00
Join us on April 20th (Wed) at 7pm for a webinar with Anne Wasko: Cattle Market Update – Riding out Uncertainty.
Anne Wasko has been a market analyst for over 30 years focusing on the Canadian cattle and beef industry. She is currently the market analyst for Gateway Livestock Exchange based in Taber, Alberta. She is also a regular contributor to RealAgriculture.com and RealAg radio on Sirius. Prior to Gateway Livestock, Anne was the Senior Market Analyst for Canfax for 21 years. Anne is Chair of the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef and sits on the Saskatchewan Agriculture Development Fund Advisory committee. Anne keeps her feet on the ground working alongside her husband at their ranch in Eastend, SK.
Registered participants will receive an email with the webinar zoom link 2 days before the webinar and another 2 hours before the webinar. If you don’t notice these emails in your inbox, please check your spam folder.
After final editing, the webinar recording will be available to PRFA of BC members on our website peaceforage.bc.ca/information/webinars/ for only TWO weeks (due to the time sensitive nature of the information).
A HUGE THANK-YOU to our webinar sponsor Farm Credit Canada.

Brought to you jointly by the BC South Peace Stockmens Association and the Peace River Forage Association of BC.

Vermicompost at a Farm Scale Webinar
2022-04-13 12:00 - 13:00
Join us on April 13th (Wed) at noon for a Vermicompost at a Farm Scale webinar with Rhonda Sherman.
Rhonda is an Extension Solid Waste Specialist in the Horticultural Science Department at NC State University.
Registered participants will receive an email with the webinar zoom link 2 days before the webinar and another 2 hours before the webinar.
After final editing, the webinar recording will be available to members on our website peaceforage.bc.ca/information/webinars/.
If you are not a member, please consider becoming one peaceforage.bc.ca/information/membership/.
Check out more information on Composting & Vermicomposting.

2022 WEBINAR: Feeding During the Freeze, Feb 3rd, 7pm
2022-02-03 19:00 - 20:00
Feeding During the Freeze – Winter Feed Management
Please join to hear Catherine Lang (Livestock and Feed Extension Specialist) discuss:

managing the feed pile with grain and straw in the ration,
managing poor quality feeds,
safely using “problem” feeds, and
understanding a feed test.

Please click here to view the webinar poster.
To register for this event please purchase a ticket below.
Ticket holders will receive an email with a zoom link a few days before the webinar.
If you are not a member and would like to join click here to check-out a Basic Membership

AGM for the PRFA of BC
2021-12-01 18:30 - 21:30
Annual General Meeting VIRTUAL
6:30 p.m. Peace Living Lab Information Session – By Monika Benoit &/or Talon Gauthier, Contractors Peace Region Forage Seed Association (to be confirmed)
8:00 p.m. AGM Business led by President Neil Ward
For more information please click on the PRFA 2021 AGM Notice-Agenda.
To register please scroll down to the tickets box, add a ticket and then click on the “Get Tickets” button. If you are a member you will be prompted to log-in.
Paid Up Members will be eligible to vote. Memberships can be purchased by clicking here.
If you have difficulties registering through the website, you can also register by emailing us at prfaevent@gmail.com

FIESTY FORAGES Fall Field Workshop
2021-10-05 09:45 - 16:00
SHOWCASING ON-FARM CLIMATE RESILIENCE
Featuring: The Linford Farm, The Iddy Biddy Farm, Shellie English, Sandra Burton, Jay Woosaree, and many cool forages!
Meet at 9.45am at 5478 251 Rd near Farmington.
Ending at 4pm at 2476 Pingel Creek Road near Taylor
Bagged Field Lunch provided.
$20/person
Register by Oct 2 (spots are limited)
Call or text Nadia at 250-263-8802 for more info
and to register for the event.
Click to view the poster: 2021_Feisty Forages fall field workshop
