{"id":1848,"date":"2018-12-18T17:28:24","date_gmt":"2018-12-18T21:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/?p=1848"},"modified":"2024-12-16T13:44:38","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T17:44:38","slug":"the-barnhouse-optimized-for-modern-day-vegetable-farming-at-footprint-farm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/2018\/12\/18\/the-barnhouse-optimized-for-modern-day-vegetable-farming-at-footprint-farm\/","title":{"rendered":"The BarnHouse: Optimized for Modern Day Vegetable Farming at Footprint Farm"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2016\/04\/pdf.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1362\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2016\/04\/pdf.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"33\" height=\"24\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2016\/04\/pdf.jpg 400w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2016\/04\/pdf-300x221.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 33px) 100vw, 33px\" \/><\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/UVM-Ext-Footprint-Farm-Case-Study-V1.1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download the PDF Fact Sheet of this Post Harvest Case Study Here! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taylor and Jake Mendel own and operate Footprint Farm in Starksboro, VT. Starting their own farm in 2013, they now produce pretty much everything except storage potatoes and storage squash with 66 different kinds of vegetables grown in both fields and high-tunnels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Footprint Farm<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0360.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0360-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1849\" style=\"width:507px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0360-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0360-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0360-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The new barn features everything needed for their diversified vegetable farm. In fact, it\u2019s so efficient they live on the 2nd floor!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Location: Starksboro, VT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acreage: 2.5 (1.5 in production, 1 acre in cover crop)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crops: Greens, tomatoes, root crops and more with 66 different types of vegetables grown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>USDA Sales bracket: $100,000-249,999<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Markets: CSA, farmers markets, restaurant\/wholesale accounts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crew: 4 (May-October), 2 (November &#8211; April)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wash\/Pack Operations: Triple bay greens washing with a converted washing machine salad spinner, Barrel\/drum washer, bunch washing on spray table, 1 CoolBot walk-in cooler<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;BarnHouse&#8221; is 36\u2019x48\u2019 and has two stories of 1,728 square feet. Two-thirds of the first floor is dedicated to washing and packing, the other third includes space for an egg washing station, cooler, employee break area, restroom, and a shop.&nbsp;The second floor is finished living space.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0289.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0289-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1850\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0289-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0289-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0289-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The wash area is large, and open (20&#215;48\u2019) which makes it flexible for a variety of tasks. The farm triple washes greens using Rubbermaid bulk tanks, orange \u201cfish baskets\u201d and a modified washing machine spinner.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Special considerations that went into the design process included the main crops that will be washed, and what aspects of that process have been uncomfortable or inefficient in the past. For them, the focus on greens washing was the main priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Building materials were carefully considered to be durable, washable, and water resistant. In the wash area, they chose to go with corrugated metal roofing for the interior walls to meet these requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Produce safety was in mind during the design process of this space. Some of the key elements include:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0366.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0366-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1851\" style=\"width:580px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0366-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0366-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0366-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The walk-in cooler (10\u2019x14\u2019) is powered by a window AC unit and a CoolBot. It has a floor drain for easy cleanout. Plywood painted walls, and wire racking to hold Buckhorn bins packed for deliveries.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Highly durable for long-lasting function<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bright and clean space that\u2019s pleasant for humans and not for pests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Separation of clean and dirty bins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Covered bin storage area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Egg cleaning area separated from produce, including its own entrance to the building separate from vegetables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easily cleanable floor (concrete) and walls (metal)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proper drainage to control water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bright lighting (easy to see dirt and grime)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wash water is sourced from a drilled well<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0308.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0308-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1852\" style=\"width:622px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0308-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0308-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0308-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An outside wash space used for cleaning root crops or harvest containers on nice days. Plastic coated wire shelves sit on saw horses for versatile set-ups.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Reflecting on the new space, Taylor notes, \u201cIt\u2019s so fast now, there is not even an opportunity for things to get damaged or dirty.\u201d&nbsp; Going from the field, to the barn, washed, packed, and stored in a cooler quickly and methodically reduces the risk of contamination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many design features were implemented to make this a very practical space. Examples include the use of 4\u2019 wide people doors for easy maneuverability and an overhead door where the product comes in. A trench drain was installed in the washing space to carry the wash water out into a dedicated leach field constructed with perforated pipe that ends in a gravel area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Labor savings both in time and money has been seen as a result of this new build. Having a place for everything makes it easy to find. Putting things on wheels provides for adaptability. Having enough space to work and move makes it easy to get the vegetables washed and to market as quickly and easily as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A typical cleaning procedure for the harvest containers, tools, and equipment consist of a daily rinse off of dirt and debris and scrubbing with soap and water as needed. For example, a deeper clean is typically needed after harvesting squash or other vegetables that can leave a sticky sap. Everything gets a scrub down with soap and water monthly if not needed prior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Why<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe wanted to do year-round production with-out a winterized building,\u201d Taylor explains thinking back about their previous setup. \u201cBut, it was too painful on our hands to be able to wash greens through the winter.\u201d They also had problems getting rid of the wash water with nowhere for it to drain. The continued growth of the farm pointed toward having employees in the winter and they couldn\u2019t put others through the pain of cold wet hands. &nbsp;At the time of planning, they also were commuting to the farm and wanted to build a house on location. They decided it made more much more sense to build one combined building rather than two separate ones. This simplified both planning and construction and reduced worrying about how to winterize both a barn for work and a house for living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great benefit that\u2019s arisen from the BarnHouse build is that the profitability is greatly increased due to product quality improvements. \u201cOur cull rates have plummeted since we got this building and our quality has increased immensely this year.\u201d <i>&nbsp;<\/i>This increase in quality has made it possible for them to sell everything they harvest, reducing both food waste and time into production!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Footprint-barn-floor-plan.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"657\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Footprint-barn-floor-plan-1024x657.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Footprint-barn-floor-plan-1024x657.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Footprint-barn-floor-plan-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Footprint-barn-floor-plan-768x493.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Footprint-barn-floor-plan.jpg 1468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The floor plan for the first floor of the Barn includes space for washing and packing, a cooler, bathroom, break area, egg washing, and a workshop.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_20180913_071611.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_20180913_071611-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1854\" style=\"width:518px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_20180913_071611-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_20180913_071611-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_20180913_071611-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Everyone on the farm loves that everything is on wheels. These wire racks are easy to move around and are used for all kinds of tasks from landing vegetables from the field, holding packed produce to bring into the cooler, or stacking wash totes to dry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The total cost to build the BarnHouse was about $300,000. The contractors they worked with said that a project like this fully hired out would have cost close to half a million dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tactics to keep costs down<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Self-designed the building<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helped out with the construction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Milled the lumber on-site<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Favorite Things<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cNatural light through large windows and everything painted white with tall ceilings make it a bright and cheery place to work.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other Favorite Elements of this build:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heated Space via an electric heat pump<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100% of electrical needs covered by green energy (Solar)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bright Cleanable Walls &#8211; Metal Roofing &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/go.uvm.edu\/smoothnclean\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">go.uvm.edu\/smoothnclean<\/a> &nbsp;&#8211; about $1.00 per square foot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trench Drains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Everything on wheels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Covered outdoor space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regrets<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>This project was well thought out and the benefits far outweigh the regrets. A few things that didn\u2019t go as planned was the floor didn&#8217;t get pitched perfectly to the drain, so water doesn&#8217;t flow as well as it should. Taylor wishes there was a person-door in addition to the garage door on the side where the product comes in, but the rest of the crew agrees one is not needed. They had to change the way they pull up from the field to their unloading space due to the location of the septic, which changes the flow of operation which is less than ideal. Other than thinking about septic placement a little further ahead of time, regrets so far are minimal items like light switch placement and a few small things like that.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0304.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0304-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0304-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0304-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/IMG_0304-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Favorite thing: \u201cBuilding a shed roof on one side to create covered space outside the building has been wonderful.\u201d It\u2019s used to store equipment, like lawn mowers, hand tools and is even a great place to hang a hammock or park a bike.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Virtually Visit this Farm<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore this <a href=\"https:\/\/kuula.co\/share\/collection\/7ZPGM?logo=1&amp;info=0&amp;fs=1&amp;vr=1&amp;zoom=1&amp;sd=1&amp;initload=0&amp;thumbs=1\">virtual tour<\/a> of Footprint Farm with an immersive 360 degree experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kuula.co\/share\/collection\/7ZPGM?logo=1&amp;info=0&amp;fs=1&amp;vr=1&amp;zoom=1&amp;sd=1&amp;initload=0&amp;thumbs=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Kuula-Thumb-1024x612.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Kuula-Thumb-1024x612.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Kuula-Thumb-300x179.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Kuula-Thumb-768x459.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Kuula-Thumb-1536x918.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Kuula-Thumb-2048x1225.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/files\/2018\/12\/Kuula-Thumb-1568x938.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Influencers and partners<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>USDA REAP Program &#8211; This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rd.usda.gov\/programs-services\/rural-energy-america-program-renewable-energy-systems-energy-efficiency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rural Energy for America Program<\/a> is a grant that paid a portion of the solar panels installed by SunCommon which cover all of their electrical cost for the entire year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CoolBot (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.storeitcold.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Store It Cold<\/a>) was helpful in figuring out the temperature differences causing humidity and condensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consultation from other farming peers was helpful including Danielle from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.root5farm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Root 5 Farm<\/a> in Fairlee, VT for their building design with covered outdoor space or Christa from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.jerichosettlersfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jericho Settlers Farm<\/a> for guidance influencing natural light to make it an enjoyable space. Ben Hartman, farmer&nbsp;of <a href=\"http:\/\/claybottomfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Clay Bottom Farm<\/a> and author of The Lean Farm, helped nail down the flow of production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>University of Vermont Extension <a href=\"http:\/\/go.uvm.edu\/ageng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ag Engineering<\/a> helped with guidance on wall finishes surfaces and <a href=\"https:\/\/practicalproducesafetyvt.wordpress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">VVBGA CAPS<\/a> helped with examples of how to make things comfortable and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taylor and Jake are both thrilled to have built this building. It has improved their daily lives so well that it\u2019s an enjoyable place to live and work. Though it was a costly project it\u2019s quickly paying for its self by increasing quality, widening margins and providing more goods to go to market. By having a clean, bright, and comfortable place to work they are able to retain their employees for the following season. By utilizing solar energy, reducing food waste, and growing organic vegetables this improvement is enabling a sustainable farm to be a sustainable business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to see Footprint Farm&#8217;s wash space in action check out the videos below! The playlist&nbsp;features a 2.5min promo, the full interview explaining the features of the wash-pack space (6min), more in-depth&nbsp;experiences and challenges from the build process (12min) and the last video showcases washing a batch of greens through their system (2min). Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Footprint Farm: Post Harvest Case Study Promo\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/guXxn3th0sM?list=PLRhtZw1o6RdGSqzQseQ2o-yq5CjgMGOjj\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Wash Pack Tour at Footprint Farm | 2024 Update\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PaBVgi4e-PM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Share This Post<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/go.uvm.edu\/footprint\">https:\/\/go.uvm.edu\/footprint<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking for more Post Harvest Case Studies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We showcase several farms of various sizes, features and budgets in this series. Visit: <a href=\"http:\/\/go.uvm.edu\/phcs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">go.uvm.edu\/phcs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-uvm-extension-ag-engineering wp-block-embed-uvm-extension-ag-engineering\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"894PsFUGot\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/post-harvest-case-studies\/\">Post Harvest Case Studies<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Post Harvest Case Studies&#8221; &#8212; UVM Extension Ag Engineering\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.uvm.edu\/cwcallah\/post-harvest-case-studies\/embed\/#?secret=qPOOpAKwXZ#?secret=894PsFUGot\" data-secret=\"894PsFUGot\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acknowledgments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This case study is possible because of the hard work, wisdom, and generosity of Taylor and Jake Mendel Footprint Farm. Without their willingness to take the project on to begin with, deal with all the challenges that such projects bring, and complete it we would have nothing to share. We are grateful to them for their willingness to share their story and knowledge in this form so that others can learn.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Funding for this publication was made possible, in part, by the Food and Drug Administration through grant PAR-16-137, by the USDA\u2019s National Institute of Food and Agriculture through the Food Safety Outreach Program award 2016-70020-25792 accession 1010528 and by The Vermont Agency of Agriculture Food and Markets via the&nbsp; Integrated Extension Educational Programming in Support of the VAAFM Produce Program Grant 02200-FSMA-2018-01. The views expressed in the publication do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the U.S. Department of Agriculture or the Vermont Agency of Agriculture; nor does any mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organization imply endorsement by the United States Government or the State of Vermont.<\/em><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;Download the PDF Fact Sheet of this Post Harvest Case Study Here! Taylor and Jake Mendel own and operate Footprint Farm in Starksboro, VT. Starting their own farm in 2013, they now produce pretty much everything except storage potatoes and storage squash with 66 different kinds of vegetables grown in both fields and high-tunnels. 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