Team Members
Rodney Reid
Climate Change Manager/ ACS NL Team Lead
Rodney Reid is a dedicated farmer specializing in beekeeping, lamb production, and other agricultural services. He serves as the project lead for the Agricultural Climate Solutions NL team under the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture (NLFA).
Reid also leads two key initiatives: the NL Living Lab (NLLL) and the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF-NL), both of which emphasize beneficial management practices (BMPs). With an extensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by agriculture in Newfoundland and Labrador, he has contributed to several commodity boards at both provincial and national levels.
As ACS NL team lead, Rodney and his team collaborate closely with project partners and stakeholders to ensure that research-based BMP insights are effectively communicated. He actively supports engaging the farming community in implementing climate-friendly BMPs that enhance carbon sequestration and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Tyler Buckle
Living Lab Coordinator / NL Living Lab Knowledge Transfer
Tyler Buckle serves as the Living Labs Coordinator and brings over a decade of experience in business development to the position. His career has been shaped by a passion for collaborative community development and a commitment to meaningful research projects. One of his most notable achievements has been his involvement in researching and developing a Non-Timber Forest Product (NTFP) community co-op, which has evolved into a vital research center in Northern Canada.
Buckle has honed his skills in fostering partnerships that bridge the gap between research and practical application. He has worked closely with diverse stakeholders, including local governments, community organizations, and academic institutions, to develop innovative solutions that address pressing environmental challenges.
He is excited to bring his expertise to the Newfoundland & Labrador Federation of Agriculture (NLFA) to collaborate with farmers across the province to test and implement solutions that mitigate the impacts of climate change.
James Tarrant
Communications Coordinator / Blogs, Newsletter and more
James Tarrant serves as the ACS Communications Coordinator. He will work for the OFCAF and Living Labs programs. As a long-time journalist who has worked in the newspaper, broadcast, and magazine media industry for over 20 years in Labrador and Western Canada media outlets, he understands great storytelling and how important it is to educate readers on the impacts of climate change.
Tarrant also brings public relations strategy and digital marketing knowledge to the position. He looks forward to working with staff, farmers, researchers, and scientists to tell the many positive Newfoundland and Labrador stories about ACS, Living Labs, and the OFCAF funding programs.
Lisa White
Administrative Assistant / Agricultural Climate Solutions
Lisa White serves as the ACS Administrative Assistant, where she offers support for the OFCAF and Living Labs program. She is exceptionally organized and detail-focused boasting over 14 years of experience in the Insurance sector, proficient at assisting clients and teams in dynamic settings.
Her expertise includes overseeing office operations, organizing and maintaining files and records, and enhancing communication among departments. Recognized for her excellent interpersonal skills, Lisa fosters positive relationships with both clients and colleagues.
Lisa is committed to cultivating a constructive work atmosphere and is devoted to delivering outstanding support to guarantee her team's success.
Shelly Bailey
Programs Clerk / Agricultural Climate Solutions
Shelly Bailey is a dedicated Programs Clerk with more than 15 years of progressive experience supporting office operations, program delivery, and financial processes. A graduate in Office Administration and Accounting, she brings a well-rounded skill set that spans document management, budget tracking, client relations, and cross-departmental coordination. Over the course of her career, Shelly has developed a reputation for meticulous attention to detail, efficient workflow design, and a commitment to excellence in every task she undertakes.
Our Journey
Collaboration and Growth
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) is a multi-stream program including Living Labs and the On-Farm Climate Action Fund, that will help to develop and implement farming practices to tackle climate change. By developing, evaluating, adopting, and surveying agricultural technologies and practices, ACS is focused on sequestering carbon, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and delivering environmental benefits.
NLFA consulted with producers about what particular climate change beneficial management practices (BMPs) they require more research on, etc. A collaborative process with other partners led to securing core funding from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and an investment of cash and in-kind resources from the partners.
NL Living Lab (NLLL) was a first for the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture (NLFA) in administering a project for farmers that would create regional data to support the research of on-farm BMPs.
The On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF-NL) is the next journey for the NLFA and has expanding the offering for our provincial farmers. OFCAF-NL will support farmers with adopting proven BMPs.