Resources & Stories

Resources

There is an opportunity to diversify local agriculture given the large number of Vermont entrepreneurs producing, and consumers purchasing, agricultural products from Vermont. The number of breweries in Vermont has...
Grapes and wine are a fledgling industry in Vermont with great economic potential and a growing reputation for quality. Grape varieties that tolerate Vermont’s cold winters and produce high-quality wines...
Critical goals are achieved when food scraps, manure, and other organic materials are removed from the waste stream and transformed into compost. Composting operations benefit the environment, create jobs, produce...
Vermont is well-known for its bakeries, from artisanal bakeries to nationally distributed brands. Finding locally grown grains that are suitable for making good bread has been a long-term challenge for...

Stories

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Solar power, biomass heating & energy efficiency extends the growing season pretty at Jericho Settlers Farm
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Labor force does not match employer needs; a deeper look into growing the food system workforce
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Vermont food system businesses are building a values-based supply chain to succeed in the local, regional, and national marketplace
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Helping limited-income Vermonters access local food while prioritizing farm viability