001. From Past Innovations to Future Possibilities: A Journey Through Regenerative Agriculture with Grant Lastiwka
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- Mar 3
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Updated: Aug 7
In this episode of 'In Living Cover,' presented by the Regenerative Alberta Living Lab, host Kim Cornish is joined by Grant Lastiwka to delve into the evolution of regenerative agriculture practices in Alberta since the 1980s. They explore the grassroots innovations that transformed livestock grazing methods, introduced extended grazing practices like swath and bale grazing, and integrated scientific research with producer-driven experimentation. This rich narrative highlights the collaborative efforts that shaped current best practices in soil health, forage productivity, and land resilience, and discusses the future implications and ongoing challenges in adopting these regenerative techniques widely.
00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture
00:13 The Quiet Revolution of the 80s and 90s
00:22 Innovative Grazing Practices
00:48 Grant Lastiwka's Contributions
01:15 The Living Lab Model
02:41 Challenges and Successes in Grazing
05:18 Economic Drivers and Innovations
07:33 The Role of Electric Fencing
10:01 Producer-Driven Innovations
11:47 Intersection of Research and Practical Application
14:02 The Evolution of Grazing Practices
22:55 The Impact of Bale Grazing
29:18 The Role of Science and Community
39:16 Current Challenges and Future Directions
57:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts