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The Request for Proposals for an AAFM Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability Consultant is hereby revised as follows: Page 6, Number 6, the link for Attachment C is incorrect.

The correct URL is as follows: https://bgs.vermont.gov/sites/bgs/files/files/purchasing-contracting/Forms/ATTACHMENT%20C%20-%20rev%20Dec%202017%20CLEAN.pdf

The following document will be kept current with the answers to questions received from potential bidders for the 2021 RFP for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability Consultant for the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets.

The RFP previously issued on 9/15/2021 had an incorrect link to Attachment C. This document was revised on 9/29/2021 to correct the link.

2021 Big E music RFP

Atlantic Corporation (Atlantic) completed a comprehensive market research report capturing its market research of existing literature regarding the goat and sheep dairy industry, implemented a consumer preference survey of 597 Northeastern consumers, and conducted a business-to-business (B2B) survey of 26 New England sheep and goat dairy farms. This detailed market research will help sheep and goat milk producers accurately assess the best markets, packaging options, and marketing activities to expand product lines and distribution, ultimately resulting in more profitable operations. With the culmination of a comprehensive research report and an easy-to-use, interactive data dashboard, this project supports the NE-DBIC’s aim to strengthen industry engagement, improve strategic planning, and support business development and financial success to grow this sector of agriculture.

This summary report highlights key findings from the research to educate New England sheep and goat dairy producers and other industry stakeholders on how to improve strategic planning and support market expansion. Learn key takeaways from consumer trends related to consumption, consumer preferences, willingness to pay, packaging preferences and marketing, and perceived availability.

The following document is updated each week during the summer farmers market season to reflect current pricing at farmers markets across the state.

This document is a compilation of questions and answers the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center has received about this grant opportunity. This document will be updated regularly. Please be sure to read the full request for applications for the complete details of this funding opportunity.