BC Agriculture and Climate Change Education Series –  Module 4

EXTENSION FOR CLIMATE-SMART AGRICULTURE

Dr. Kent Mullinix, Institute for Sustainable Food Systems, Kwantlen Polytechnic University 

Thursday March 21st – 6.30pm-8.30pm

Orchard Commons Room (ORCH) 3074, third floor (6363 Agronomy Rd) – UBC campus

Extension is a time-proven mechanism widely used to link industry and university-based researchers and guide research activities so that they effectively address industry challenges, and facilitate calculated, strategic programming to advance the agriculture sector. Dr. Mullinix will discuss the important role of extension linked to research, in regard to climate change mitigation and adaptation by the agriculture sector in BC. The discussion will include an examination of the reciprocal relationships between knowledge creation, knowledge dissemination, knowledge integration, and sector advancement. Various methods for effective extensive programming will be presented. Mullinix will also share examples of organizations that are currently providing extension services in the province and highlight current gaps and opportunities for professionals in this field. His presentation will be followed by a regional panel discussion with extension specialists and farmers who will share their experience with extension programming.

During the session, we will access to the Slido platform to facilitate questions and undertake interactive polls; please bring a smartphone or laptop with you. Light snacks and drinks are provided previous to the event. Registration is free at claudia.paez@ubc.ca

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