Grow America Farm Corps Helps New Americans and Farmers Find Purpose and Prosperity January 3, 2024 Farmers with employment opportunities can sign up to match with new Americans seeking agricultural training and mentorship. Read more about Grow America Farm Corps Helps New Americans and Farmers Find Purpose and Prosperity
Tebbetts Op-Ed: A Look Back at 2023 - and a Hearty Welcome to 2024! December 28, 2023 As we move beyond 2023, we are hoping for a little more stability in our businesses, markets, and weather. Read more about Tebbetts Op-Ed: A Look Back at 2023 - and a Hearty Welcome to 2024!
VAAFM Announces Start of Winter Manure Spreading Ban December 15, 2023 Governor signs Executive Order to Address Farm Flooding and Wet Weather Challenges Read more about VAAFM Announces Start of Winter Manure Spreading Ban
$250K Working Lands Impact Grants Application Open Now December 12, 2023 Vermont Farm, Food and Forest based businesses can now apply Read more about $250K Working Lands Impact Grants Application Open Now
HPAI Confirmed in Backyard Flock of Non-Commercial Birds in Orleans County December 8, 2023 Officials alert bird owners of need for continued vigilance to protect poultry flocks in Vermont Read more about HPAI Confirmed in Backyard Flock of Non-Commercial Birds in Orleans County
Governor Scott’s Annual Tree Cutting Celebrates Vermont’s Christmas Tree Industry December 4, 2023 Vermont Christmas Tree Farms Integral to State’s Rural Economy and Brand Read more about Governor Scott’s Annual Tree Cutting Celebrates Vermont’s Christmas Tree Industry
Trade Show Assistance Grants Now Available December 1, 2023 $50K fund supports Vermont agriculture and forestry businesses to exhibit at trade shows Read more about Trade Show Assistance Grants Now Available
Agency of Agriculture Announces $200K Grants for Vermont Specialty Crops November 22, 2023 2024 fund program to focus on marketing, research, accessibility, climate resilience, and other grower challenges. Read more about Agency of Agriculture Announces $200K Grants for Vermont Specialty Crops
7.5 Million Grant Funding Announced for Agricultural Clean Water Initiative Program November 17, 2023 Agency of Agriculture Grants Support Water Quality Efforts on Vermont Farms Read more about 7.5 Million Grant Funding Announced for Agricultural Clean Water Initiative Program
Vermont Farm and Food Industry Stakeholder Listening Sessions Announced February 12, 2024 The Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets is developing a series of in-person and virtual listening sessions for the agricultural community over the 2023-2024 winter. Read more about Vermont Farm and Food Industry Stakeholder Listening Sessions Announced
