Join Holistic Management Canada at the Manitoba Forage and Grasslands Conference
November 12-13 2024, Brandon, MB.
Collaboration works for all of us: This year, we are working in partnership with MFGA on their Regenerative Ag conference to provide a high quality experience for producers in Manitoba.
Soak in inspiring speakers: As part of our HMC-led session, we’re bringing David Irvine and a local producer panel to talk about the evolution of farm families and how to make effective financial decisions. This will be in addition to MFGA’s stellar line up of speakers on regenerative land practices.
Network your heart out: The coffee and conversations will definitely be flowing. Meet new people, swap stories and hear what others are learning.
“This conference reinforces and validates what we have been doing. It helps to activate action among our team and family.” – Holistic Management Canada Conference Participant
2024 MFGA Conference Keynote Speakers
- Will Harris, White Oak Pastures, Bluffton, GA, USA, “Virtual Presentation: A Bold Return to Giving a Damn”
- John and Deanne Chuiko, CJ Ranching, “Open Mind Open Fences – Experiences with Virtual Fencing”
- Paul Overby, Wolford, ND, USA, “Regenerative Crop Rotations: Passion or Profit?”
- Stuart Chutter, Melville, SK, “Building Resilience in Agriculture: A Manitoba Focus”
- Jaime Elizondo, Real Wealth Ranching, Katy, TX, USA, “Fireside Chat with Ryan Boyd on the Total Grazing Program”
See the Full Agenda
Holistic Management Canada will present:
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THE NATURAL EVOLUTION OF FAMILIES LIVING ON THE LAND David Irvine’s presentation promises to be an inspiring and practical session that will focus on how to build trust within families; three critical tasks for successful succession; how to create open communication to ensure successful succession on the farm or ranch; the missing link to negotiating with your family; and how to talk about finances in the family. You will leave with a renewed perspective on life and what it means to truly come together as a family. PRODUCER PANEL Moderator: Bluesette Campbell, Holistic Management Educator Terry Keen farms with her family at Keen Seeds and Livestock near Kaleida, Manitoba. Their mission is to work in harmony with Mother Nature in a regenerative and symbiotic relationship, cultivating healthier soils and livestock for generations to come. Kristelle Harper brings her passion for pasture improvement through grazing management to her families farm Circle H Farms near Brandon, MB. The farm is a regenerative, family run, beef seed stock operation in focused on soil, plant and animal health. Kris Egilson manages a 1600 acre ranch east of Langruth Manitoba, and sits on the edge of beautiful Lake Manitoba. They run a regenerative cattle ranch with an intentional focus on soil health. Terry, Kristelle and Kris all participated in Holistic Management Canada’s Regenerative Accelerator Program where they worked with HM consultants to improve their land and further develop their financial planning skills. If you want to participate in their program we are accepting applications for 2025. |
Kid’s Program
“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children”.
Bring the whole family! New to the Regen Ag Conference, Holistic Management Canada is organizing a kids program. This will include farm and nature-based programming on site at the Hotel. Kids will join their parents in the main room for meals. Please register for the kids program as you purchase your tickets. For questions contact dana@holisticmanagement.ca | 204-441-2227.
Conference Registration: OPEN NOW
Early Bird: Single Registration: $275 ($325 after October 1) Single Student Registration: $150 ($175 after October 1) Farm Rate (two from same farm): $500 ($650 after October 1) Tradeshow (includes Single Registration): $700
Payment is due at time of registration via Paypal (debit or credit) – you do not need a PayPal account! Please contact Chris if you need to pay by cheque or etransfer. All fees include a 2024 MFGA membership ($50 value). Because of limited spots, payment is non-refundable but is transferable.
Venue and Accommodation
A block of rooms being held at: Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre 3550 Victoria Ave. | Brandon, Manitoba | R7B 2R4Single occupancy: $140.99 (no breakfast) or $150.99 (with 1 off-the-menu breakfast) Double occupancy: $150.99 (no breakfast) or $160.99 (with 2 off-the-menu breakfasts) Note: These rates are for Premier Double Queen (2 queen beds) and upgrades will incur fees.
Reserve by Oct 12, 2024 To get in on our block rate, call 204-725-1532 and provide the group name “MFGA Conference Attendees 2024” by October 12, 2024. Cancellation Policy: 48 hours prior to arrival. Check with Vic Inn for further cancelation details.
Trade Show
Make sure to stop by our booth to learn more about what Holistic Management Canada has to offer your farm. Learn about courses, consulting, Ecological Outcome Verification and the Regenerative Accelerator Program.
Silent Auction
Want to give back to the Holistic Management Canada community? Make a donation for the silent auction. We are accepting things like fencing, seed, feed, books, art, crafts, wood working, consulting or specialized services and gift cards. These donations help us to do the work that we do! To donate contact dana@holisticmanagement.ca | 204-441-2227.
For even more event details see the MFGA Conference Page
Thank you to the following sponsors for making the Holistic Management Canada sessions possible:
