Category Archives: Culture and Society

The challenges of changing school food

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Linda Berlin

Last week I spent an inspiring day with a network of leaders engaged in Farm-to-School across Vermont.  While many of the participants work with non-profits, we were lucky to have one farmer amongst the group!  One of the goals of … Continue reading →

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Your Role in the Future of Farming in Vermont

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Kirsten Workman

Now is the time to have your voice heard. As an Extension Outreach Professional, I am part of many networks related to farming and farmers.  Emails arrive in my inbox everyday about another issue that is directly related to how … Continue reading →

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On Being a Woman Farmer

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Jenn Colby

I’m dressed in my sweatshirt and my knit hat. I have a knife in one hand and rubber gloves in the other. My husband says, “You amaze me”. “Why?”, I ask. “Because I don’t know many women who would do … Continue reading →

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