January 21, 2017
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I urge all grape producers, regardless of size, to complete this important survey. It has been difficult to put an appropriate vale on the grape industry in Vermont and New England, and now that they are counting, the industry needs … Continue reading
January 17, 2017
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Hello: We are conducting an anonymous survey to evaluate past and present Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and other programming in support of apple producers in Vermont and the surrounding region and to guide future research and outreach programming. A comprehensive … Continue reading
January 12, 2017
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Experts to present webinar series on crop pollination The majority of U.S. specialty crop growers depend on bees for pollination of their crops. Growers know that without adequate pollination, they would not be profitable. But what are the best pollination … Continue reading
January 9, 2017
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This is a clarification of the message sent to the group on January 5, from Jake Jacobs, UVM Crop Insurance Education Coordinator: Producers who participate in crop insurance or other USDA-supported programs are required to file yearly acreage reports with … Continue reading
January 8, 2017
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BF 223: Tree Fruit Production an online course from the Cornell Small Farms Program January 18 – Feb 22, 2017, with webinars each Wednesday evening from 6:30-8pm Eastern time. Apples, pears, plums, and more! All are important components of the … Continue reading
January 6, 2017
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Northeastern NY and VT Grape School Presented by: Cornell Cooperative Extension Eastern NY Commercial Horticulture Program & University of Vermont Grape Program Thursday, March 9, 2017, 8:30-5:00 Holiday Inn Lake George, 2223 Canada St. Lake George, NY AM: Viticulture presentations … Continue reading
January 5, 2017
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From Jake Jacobs, UVM Crop Insurance Education Coordinator: Producers who participate in crop insurance or other USDA-supported programs are required to file yearly acreage/production reports with FSA. There are different deadlines for different commodities. For apples, the deadline is January … Continue reading
January 4, 2017
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Hello: As the New Year swings into gear, it’s time to plan for the 2017 VT Tree Fruit Growers Association and UVM Apple Program annual educational meeting. This year, the meeting will be held on February 16 at the American … Continue reading