Workshop: Resources for Beginning Farmers

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Workshop: Resources for Beginning Farmers

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dairy cow
When
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Where

UVM Horticulture Research Center
64 Green Mountain Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
United States

Join the United States Department of Agriculture, Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets; and University of Vermont Extension for an informative workshop for new and aspiring farmers in Vermont.

Participants will gain valuable information from a variety of presentation topics and hear an experienced farmer’s perspective on utilizing technical and financial assistance programs.

Presentation Topics

  • Free technical services
  • Free and reduced crop insurance
  • Low interest loans
  • Grants & financial assistance
  • Vermont required agricultural practices
  • Grower's associations and training opportunities

 

Program sign-ups and assistance will be on site with the ability to network with other beginning farmers during breaks! 

Light snacks and refreshments provided. 

Register for the in-person session or livestream here. All registrants will receive a recording.

For more information, contact NRCS-VT State Outreach Coordinator, Cheyanne Rico at cheyanne.rico@usda.gov

Cost
free