Category Archives: Culture and Society

Changing seasons….

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Londa Nwadike

As the seasons are changing here in Vermont with more summer-like weather arriving, the season of my life is changing also.  I have greatly enjoyed my time here in Vermont, largely because of working with great people such as those reading … Continue reading →

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One Million Strong . . . and Growing!

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Women's Agricultural Network

Editor’s note: This week’s WAgN blog shares observations from outgoing USDA Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan on the status of women in agriculture.  “There is serious momentum behind women in agriculture,” Merrigan says. In the four years I’ve served as Deputy … Continue reading →

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Farm Safety Camp for Young Women and Their Female Farming Mentors

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Kristen C. Mullins

You heard it here first! The Youth Farm Safety Project and the Women’s Agricultural Network are collaborating on an overnight safety camp for young women (14-19) and their female farming mentors. We’ll be gathering at Spring Brook Farm in Reading, … Continue reading →

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