Category Archives: General info

Digging into a Summer of Soil Health

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Debra Heleba

You don’t have to be a farmer to appreciate the importance of soil health. Of course, most farmers I know really love their soil and treat it with the upmost care. But increasingly, the general public is realizing what farmers … Continue reading →

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On Mother’s Day: Testing Your Food Waste IQ

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Mary Peabody

In honor of Mother’s Day (I’ll explain later), let’s see what you know about food waste in the U.S.: A. What food category yields the most waste at the consumer level? Grain Products Seafood Fruits and Vegetables Meat Milk B. The average … Continue reading →

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Health Insurance Sign-Up: Deadline is March 15

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Women's Agricultural Network

Vermont agricultural employers need to make important decisions in the coming weeks regarding health insurance, as many plans that farmers and food businesses have relied on in the past will end on March 31. If your plan is ending, you … Continue reading →

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