Tag Archives: sustainable agriculture

Grains and Oilseeds and Hops, Oh My!

If you are curious how croutons are made, pressing oilseeds, growing hops, and/or producing high quality livestock forages, join UVM Extension’s Northwest Crops and Soils Team at a workshop or field day this summer! The team—led by agronomist Heather Darby—recently … Continue reading

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Youth Farm Safety Camp in Reading, VT on April 13/14

Registration is officially open for UVM Extension’s  Thrills and Skills Youth Farm Safety mini-camps! The first of our four scheduled camps will be at Spring Brook Farm in Reading, VT on April 13 and 14. These overnight camps for youth, 12 to … Continue reading

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Corn and Grain Inspiring the Lives of Young Women in Northern Vermont. Really?!

Really. When I think of women’s leadership development, large and lofty ideas come mind—things like paradigm shifts, suffrage and empowerment. So who knew that the kernels of leadership sometimes lie within little kernels of corn and grain which were inspiring enough … Continue reading

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