Resources for Selling Raw Milk in Vermont

Changes in the legislation surrounding sales of raw milk have many farmers wondering if this could be a viable income stream. Before you make any decisions it is wise to conduct some research. Fortunately there are some great resources available to help you do exactly that. A great place to begin your research is at http://www.uvm.edu/~pasture/?Page=rawmilk.html where you’ll find resources shared at a series of workshops held recently.
Consumer education is an important part of this legislation and farmers considering selling raw milk should be prepared to help consumers understand both the risks and benefits of consuming raw milk. For more information on the legislation and to see more information check out http://www.ruralvermont.org/food.html.