BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cvfc-vt.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260123T211923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T211923Z UID:5903-1770204600-1770210000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Planning for the Upcoming Cropping Season DESCRIPTION:Join the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition and UVM Extension for a Planning for the Upcoming Cropping Season Roundtable. Facilitated by Tom Eaton of Agricultural Consulting Services\, this discussion will focus on planning for the season ahead amid continued drought conditions. Topics will include compaction\, planting decisions\, seed selection\, new seedings and seeding down after corn\, and renovating or re-establishing existing hay stands\, along with other considerations for cropping operations. Come ready to compare notes\, get advice\, and talk through your plans for the 2026 season. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/planning-for-the-upcoming-cropping-season/ LOCATION:UVM Extension – Middlebury\, 23 Pond Lane\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753 ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260121T160841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T160841Z UID:5878-1770917400-1770926400@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:FWA Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Farmers Watershed Alliance will hold its annual meeting on February 12\, 2026 at 44 Gricebrook Rd\, St Albans City\, VT 05478. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/fwa-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260206T204938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T204938Z UID:6010-1771027200-1771199999@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:NOFA-VT 2026 Winter Conference DESCRIPTION:The NOFA-VT Winter Conference provides a valuable opportunity for farmers\, gardeners\, land stewards\, educators\, students\, policymakers\, and organizers in the food system to share ideas\, resources\, and skills. \nThis year’s theme is Seeding the Future. Every day\, everywhere\, people are sowing the seeds we need to grow a more just and resilient food system. The ideas and values we invest in today will be the harvests of our future\, and we invite you to join us at the NOFA-VT Winter Conference to think like a seed-saver—literally\, as keynote speaker Ira Wallace shares her wisdom from a lifetime of stewarding and safeguarding heirloom seeds\, and metaphorically as we cultivate the seeds of possibility in a full slate of agriculture and food-system-related workshops\, roundtable discussions\, meet-ups\, and activities. \nOn Saturday\, February 14\, enjoy the main conference\, while on Sunday\, February 15\, we will deep-dive into singular topics during all-day intensive workshops. Attend either day\, or join us for both! \nInterested in volunteering at the event? Volunteers are central to the success of the conference\, and it’s a great way to connect with others and be behind the scenes! Learn more and sign up! URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/nofa-vt-2026-winter-conference/ ORGANIZER;CN="NOFA VT":MAILTO:zea@nofavt.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260121T155856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T135611Z UID:5876-1771491600-1771518600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:2026 No-Till & Cover Crop Conference DESCRIPTION:UVM Extension and the Northeast Cover Crops Council invite you to attend the 2026 No-Till and Cover Crop Conference on February 19 in Burlington\, VT! \nEvery year\, this event brings farmers\, technical advisors\, agricultural businesses\, agencies\, researchers\, students\, and consultants together to discuss updates and insights on reduced tillage and cover cropping practices. Topic highlights include soil compaction\, soil health\, nutrient management with no-till and cover crops\, interseeding\, and cover crop seed production. \nNew this year is a second afternoon track specific to vegetable farmers. Vegetable farmers are encouraged to join for the full day\, as the morning sessions will be relevant for all cover cropping practitioners. The afternoon vegetable track will include sessions on cover crops and equipment used on vegetable farms for cover cropping\, interseeding\, and reduced tillage. \nRegistration is $75 per participant and $50 per student. Register online today or call the UVM Non-Credit Registration Office at 802-656-8407 to register by phone. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/2026-no-till-cover-crop-conference/ LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton South Burlington END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260123T212447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T203014Z UID:5905-1772186400-1772193600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Hayland and Pasture Management for Conservation & Birds DESCRIPTION:Join The Bobolink Project\, the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition\, and the Vermont Grass Farmers Association for their upcoming farmer event: Hayland and Pasture Management for Conservation & Birds. This event brings together farmers and service providers to explore how working haylands and pastures can support grassland birds\, pollinators\, and soil and water quality. We’ll cover how to assess fields for bird- and bee-friendly habitat\, share practical management strategies\, and highlight resources and programs. Farmer and grazer perspectives are central to this discussion. What you share will directly influence future program design\, ongoing research\, and the development of bird-friendly pasture management strategies. All are welcome\, whether you’re new to these ideas or already doing this work. \nRegister here. \n  URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/hayland-and-pasture-management-for-conservation-birds/ LOCATION:Ferrisburgh Town Hall\, 3279 US-7\, Ferrisburgh\, VT\, 05456\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260123T212715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T190500Z UID:5912-1772623800-1772629200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Grassed Waterway Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Join the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition for a Grassed Waterway Roundtable. This farmer-led discussion will focus on experiences\, challenges\, and questions related to grassed waterways and filter strips on working farms. Hear from experienced service providers on designing\, installing\, and maintaining grassed waterways that actually work in the field. We’ll share common challenges and practical tips for managing water\, species\, erosion\, and soil health.  URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/grassed-waterway-roundtable/ LOCATION:UVM Extension – Middlebury\, 23 Pond Lane\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753 ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260206T204210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T190610Z UID:6008-1772703000-1772724600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Dairy Sustainability Day DESCRIPTION:Join University of Vermont Extension specialists from the Champlain Valley Crops\, Pasture & Soils Program\, the Northwest Crops & Soils Program\, and the UVM Agricultural Business Team for a free workshop focused on practical strategies for dairy sustainability in the Northeast. Lunch\, refreshments and ice cream provided. \nSessions will cover dairy herd genetic selection for sustainable production\, how precision agriculture technologies are improving cropping efficiency while protecting water quality\, and insights from the Ben & Jerry’s Low Carbon Dairy Pilot Program. Participants will also learn how enterprise analysis tools can support sustainable forage production decisions and hear directly from farmers during a Low Carbon Dairy panel discussion. \nDesigned for dairy farmers\, advisors\, and service providers interested in sustainable dairy production in the Northeast. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/dairy-sustainability-day/ LOCATION:Middlebury American Legion\, 49 Wilson Rd.\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260122T192421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T192638Z UID:5892-1772791200-1772811000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:2026 VT Organic Dairy Producers Conference DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Friday\, March 6\, 2026\nTIME: 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration starting at 9:00 a.m.\nWHERE: Vermont State University\, Randolph Campus Judd Hall\, 124 Admin Drive\, Randolph Ctr\, V \nFollowing are the topic highlights that will each have a related farmer panel. We will also have updates on local and regional organic dairy research. \n\nInnovations to Improve Labor Efficiency\nTechnologies for Monitoring Cow Activity\, Health\, and Performance\nForage Renovation and Management\n\nThe conference registration site will be open soon but is not yet available to register. \nConference cost will be $25 per person. \nWe welcome sponsors and exhibitors this year as well. When the registration site is open\, you can submit a request. You can view the Sponsor and Exhibitor form here. \nCheck our Conferences website for updates and the open registration link when available. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/2026-vt-organic-dairy-producers-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260312 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260121T162029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T162029Z UID:5883-1773100800-1773273599@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Northeast Dairy Innovation Summit DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)\, the Summit highlights the innovations being made across the dairy sector right now – and how you can apply them to your business. \nThe 2026 Summit will offer tracks on Dairy Farm Innovation and Modernization\, Processing Modernization and Expansion\, and Dairy Workforce Development. \nFrom forage and robotics to sensory training and dairy marketing\, we’ll dig into the systems and factors driving innovation on the farm and in the processing plant. \nFrom small and mid-sized dairies and farmstead operations to large farms and processing for regional\, national\, and international markets\, the Summit will focus on the dynamic opportunities for dairy businesses across scales. \nAlong with engaging workshops\, you’ll have time to network\, ask questions\, and offer your own insights toward what’s working and what’s needed to innovate and strengthen the dairy sector. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/northeast-dairy-innovation-summit-2/ LOCATION:Crown Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel\, 660 Albany Shaker Road\, Albany\, NY\, 12211\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260212T160057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T190839Z UID:5881-1773309600-1773324000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:FWA Precision Ag Conference DESCRIPTION:The Farmers Watershed Alliance will host its Precision Ag Conference on March 12\, 2026 at 13 Hudson St\, St Albans City\, VT 05478. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/fwa-precision-ag-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260121T163912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163912Z UID:5888-1773824400-1773853200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:2026 Grain Growers Conference DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Vermont Extension Northwest Crops and Soils Program and Northern Grain Growers Collaborative (NGGC) for the Annual Grain Growers Conference. Hear presentations from grain growers\, bakers\, millers\, and more; participate in our Baker’s Showcase; and network with others. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/2026-grain-growers-conference/ LOCATION:The Essex Resort & Spa\, 70 Essex Way\, Essex\, VT\, 05452\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="UVM Extension Northwest Crops &%3B Soils Program":MAILTO:susan.brouillette@uvm.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260218T200521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T200521Z UID:6054-1775043000-1775048400@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Pesticide Rules\, Seed Treatments & Compliance Updates for Vermont Farmers and Applicators DESCRIPTION:Join the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition and UVM Extension for a roundtable on key regulatory changes and compliance requirements affecting pesticide use and treated seed in Vermont. \n\n\nSteve Dwinell\, Director of the Division of Plant Industry at the Vermont Agency of Agriculture\, will explain what’s changing\, which requirements apply to your operation\, and how to stay in compliance. Bring your questions – this session is designed for discussion. \n\n\nTopics will include: \n\n\nThe newly adopted rule on Best Management Practices (BMPs) for neonicotinoid-treated seed\nNew pesticide label directions tied to the EPA’s Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance strategy\nRespirator use requirements on pesticide labels and available compliance assistance\nKey considerations for Worker Protection Standard (WPS) compliance\nOverview of FieldWatch Registries by Sydney Miller\, FieldWatch Data Steward\n\nLunch provided. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/pesticide-rules-seed-treatments-compliance-updates-for-vermont-farmers-and-applicators/ LOCATION:UVM Extension – Middlebury\, 23 Pond Lane\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753 ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T053443 CREATED:20260327T170159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T170159Z UID:6275-1777462200-1777465800@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Tri-State Dairy Exchange Webinar Series: Integrated Farming Solutions with Dairy One\, Inc. DESCRIPTION:Join the team of Dairy Extension Professionals from UMaine\, UNH\, and UVM for live monthly webinars on the last Wednesday of\neach month from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m about innovative technology in the dairy sector\, Extension and industry research\, and\nprograms happening in the tri-state region. In 2026\, webinars will focus on a different topic each quarter. In April\, May\, and June\,\nwebinars will focus on precision agriculture technology and systems that support decision making from the field to the barn. \nDairy One\, Inc. provides an integrated suite of laboratory\, data\, and technology services designed to empower dairy and livestock\nproducers with the information and tools needed to support decision making. From soil and forage analysis to milk testing\, herd\nmanagement software\, and agronomic consulting\, learn how their team uses data-driven tools and systems to help farms enhance\nproductivity\, animal health\, and operational efficiency. Presenters will speak to systems that work from the barn to the field and\nthat address lameness\, feed management\, and crop management. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/tri-state-dairy-exchange-webinar-series-integrated-farming-solutions-with-dairy-one-inc/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cvfc-vt.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tri-State-Dairy-Exchange-Webinar-Integrated-Farming-Solutions-with-Dairy-One-Inc.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UVM Extension Northwest Crops &%3B Soils Program":MAILTO:susan.brouillette@uvm.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR