Category Archives: General info

Upcoming Deadline for Vermont Farm Women Fund Grants

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Beth Holtzman

For it’s upcoming fall 2011 award cycle, the Vermont Farm Women’s Fund will make three kinds of awards, including a special category to assist flood-impacted farmers. The application deadline is Nov. 8, 2011. Vermont farm women may apply for Business Development funds, Leadership Development funds or … Continue reading →

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“Hello, Cow!”

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Liz Kenton

How many stomachs does a cow have? Nope, not four! It’s a common misinterpretation: a cow actually possesses one stomach with four chambers. The 37 girls who spent an hour meeting dairy cows and visiting with Vermont 4-H’s livestock educator … Continue reading →

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Youth Farm Safety & Adolescent Worker Guidelines

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Kristen C. Mullins

What do you remember about your first job? My memories are vivid and immediate. They have a lot to do with who I am today.  Heading out to the pasture with my beloved pup summer mornings; learning to drive the … Continue reading →

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