Category Archives: Leadership

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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The Women of the First Annual New England Meat Conference

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Ali Zipparo

In March, I had the pleasure of attending the first annual New England Meat Conference in Concord, New Hampshire. A brainchild of a few Vermont movers and shakers — including Vermont Agency of Agriculture’s Chelsea Lewis, NOFA-Vermont’s Sam Fuller, and … 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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