Resources & Stories

Resources

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...
The pollination services of wild and managed bees are critical for the production of our food crops. However, managed and wild bees are in decline, due to a multitude of...

Stories

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Business planning leads to increased storage capacity and food production at Laughing Child Farm
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CRAFT Farmer Apprentice Training Program Grows the Next Generation of Farmers
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The Williamsville Eatery’s website features a list of local farms and food purveyors that’s even longer than its menus.
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Studio Hill Farm is pursuing regenerative agriculture through pasture-raised livestock.