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:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240227T173452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T173452Z UID:3707-1712140200-1712156400@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Grass Fed Dairy Workshop: Healthy Soil Pasture & Forage DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Heather Darby and Sara Ziegler from the University of Vermont Extension and Sarah Flack from Sarah Flack Consulting for a day-long workshop focused on how soil health\, soil fertility\, and grazing management impact forage productivity and quality and your farm’s viability. Joshua Green from Trees for Graziers will be available to provide information and resources on successfully establishing trees in and around pastures. \nPlease register by March 29 for this free event. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/grass-fed-dairy-workshop-healthy-soil-pasture-forage/ LOCATION:South Minden Fire Hall\, 1029 Hwy 163\, Fort Plain\, NY\, 13339\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240227T173535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T173535Z UID:3700-1712052000-1712156400@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Northeast Dairy Innovation Summit DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Summit. \nOn April 2-3\, the summit will bring together dairy farmers\, processors\, service providers\, and industry stakeholders from across the northeast in Albany\, NY. \nFrom farm innovation to processing expansion and more\, you’ll leave with new ideas to put into action\, peer-to-peer connections\, and strategies to build a more resilient dairy sector. \nDiscounted rates are available for dairy farmers\, processors\, and students. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/northeast-dairy-innovation-summit/ LOCATION:Marriott Albany\, 189 Wolf Rd\, Albany\, 12205 ORGANIZER;CN="Northeast Dairy Business Center":MAILTO:ssw-dairysummit@sswmeetings.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240220T145041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T145042Z UID:3635-1711013400-1711029600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Grain Growers Workshop DESCRIPTION:As more Vermont dairy producers look to increase homegrown forage and reduce purchased feed costs\, there has been an increased interest in corn and soybeans grown for grain in Vermont. \nWith the implementation of new crops come new challenges. Join UVM Extension for a workshop designed to provide practical information on growing\, harvesting\, and storing grains\, as well as the impact on water quality and soil health. This is the second workshop in an ongoing series related to grain production for dairy farms. \nThis meeting is a collaboration among three UVM Extension teams — Ag Business\, Northwest Crops and Soils\, and Champlain Valley Crop\, Soil and Pasture Team. It is co-hosted by the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition. The day’s agenda includes: \n\nHeather Darby and Northwest Crops and Soils team will discuss considerations on varieties of corn and soy optimal for the Northeast.\nAbby Augarten and Joshua Faulkner from the Champlain Valley Crop\, Soil and Pasture team will present preliminary data on nutrient balances and the water quality impacts of growing soybeans.\nA farmer panel comprised of producers who have integrated grain production into their operations will share the knowledge they have gained.\n\nThis is a free event and lunch will be provided. Register by March 19. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/grain-growers-workshop-2/ LOCATION:UVM Extension – Middlebury\, 23 Pond Lane\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cvfc-vt.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-grain-growers-workshop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Hull%2C UVM Extension Dairy Herd Management Technical Advisor":MAILTO:whitney.hull@uvm.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T151853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T151912Z UID:3385-1710925200-1710954000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Grain Growers Conference DESCRIPTION:Save the date! UVM Extension is gearing up to host the Grain Growers Conference on March 20\, 2024 at The Essex Resort in Essex. This year’s theme is: Growing Collaborations. Stay tuned for more details! URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/grain-growers-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240227T173754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T173754Z UID:3693-1710324000-1710345600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Organic Dairy Days DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 2024 Organic Dairy Days on March 13 and 14! This year there are two dates and locations offered.\nPresentation highlights include heifer programs in your dairy\, feeding the most forages\, maximizing milk production by improving reproductive performance\, a cow’s daily time budget\, a farmer’s panel sharing their farm innovations through technology and forage management\, and grant and program opportunities updates. Check-in from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. The conference will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Lunch is included. Cost is $25 per person. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/organic-dairy-days/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240227T174030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T174030Z UID:3688-1709719200-1709733600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:2024 Winter Farm Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join UVM Extension\, Farmer’s Watershed Alliance (FWA)\, and Friends of Northern Lake Champlain (FNLC) to learn about current programs\, research\, and other water quality related projects. Topic highlights include: Updates on precision sustainable agriculture\, Discovery Acres\, Rock River Sub Watershed Assessment\, and other water quality monitoring program. We will also hear program updates from state and federal agencies including USDA NRCS\, ANR\, VAAFM\, and FSA. \nThis event is free but pre-registration is required by March 1. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/2024-winter-farm-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T150949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T151730Z UID:3382-1708592400-1708621200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:No-Till and Cover Crop Conference DESCRIPTION:Save the date! UVM Extension is hosting the annual No-Till & Cover Crop Conference on February 22\, 2024. It’s all happening in-person at the Double Tree by Hilton in South Burlington. \n \nThis year’s theme is: Building Resiliency and Profitability into your No-Till System.\n \nThe extremely wet 2023 cropping season has made for a challenging crop season\, leaving many farmers wondering what’s next for their fields. Conference attendees will consider subject matter ranging from what happens when you till a no-till field from a soil and fertility standpoint to the impact manure injection can have on your no-till program. They will also hear presentations on getting the most from your cover crops and the impact of using quality seed in your cover crop program.\n \nThe conference website will be updated as presentations and guests speakers are finalized. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/no-till-and-cover-crop-conference/ LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton South Burlington END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231221T111610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T132458Z UID:3444-1706203800-1706216400@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! Join us for our Annual Meeting. Enjoy dinner\, speakers\, and connecting with friends in the agricultural community. Click here to register. \nAnnual Meeting Agenda \n5:30-6:30 pm Reception & Dinner  \n6:15 pm | Annual Meeting Sponsor Remarks | Dan Mower  \n6:30 pm | Policy Panel Discussion | Sarah Audet  \n\nAnson Tebbetts\, Vermont Secretary of Agriculture\, Food and Markets \nJulie Moore\, Vermont Secretary of Natural Resources \nEllen Kahler\, Executive Director\, Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund  \nTravis Thomason\, State Conservationist\, NRCS \n\n7:15 pm | Research Panel Discussion | Abigail Augarten  \n\nRoy Beckford\, Associate Dean & Director\, UVM Extension \nJoshua Faulkner\, Research Assistant Professor\, UVM \nHeather Darby\, Extension Professor: Agronomy Specialist\, UVM Extension \n\n7:45 pm | Farm Service Agency Programs | John Roberts  \n7:50 pm | Board President’s Welcome | Brian Kemp  \n8:05 pm | Executive Director’s Update | Vijay Nazareth  \n8:20 pm | Election of Board Members | Brian Kemp  \n8:30 pm | Adjourn | Brian Kemp  \n\nGenerously sponsored by Salem Farm Supply and Pivot Bio URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/annual-meeting-2/ LOCATION:VFW Post 7823\, 530 Exchange Street\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cvfc-vt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/CVFC-Event-Site-Annual-Meeting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240108T145707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T145707Z UID:3493-1706090400-1706108400@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Cost of Production Workshop with Joanna Lidback DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for dairy producers interested in learning more about how to calculate cost of production on their farms. This workshop will be led by Joanna Lidback\, principal financial consultant with Adirondack Management Services. \nIn addition to being a financial consultant\, Joanna is CFO at Adirondack Farms\, LLC. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in helping dairy farmers understand farm financials and improve farm viability. \nThis workshop is a free event\, with lunch provided\, and registration is required by Monday\, January 22. In the event of inclement weather\, this event will be rescheduled to Wednesday\, January 31. \nTo request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program\, contact Whitney Hull at 802-656-7563 or whitney.hull@uvm.edu by Wednesday\, January 3\, 2024 so we may assist you. Contact Whitney with program questions or for additional information. \nThis event is sponsored by UVM Extension and the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/cost-of-production-workshop-with-joanna-lidback/ LOCATION:People’s Trust Company\, 1 Franklin Park West\, St. Albans City\, VT\, 05478\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240117T132143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T132143Z UID:3515-1706002200-1706005800@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Québec Farmer Panel: Neonic Treated Seeds DESCRIPTION:Join University of Vermont Extension and the Vermont Bee Lab for a discussion with Québec farmers to learn about their experiences transitioning away from neonicotinoid (“neonic”) treated seeds. In 2019\, Québec limited neonic pesticide use to protect pollinators and our environment. Similar to the New York bill that was signed into law this past December\, these restrictions applied to neonic coatings on corn and soybean seeds\, two of the largest uses of neonics in the province. In this panel discussion with four Québec farmers\, we will learn how they navigated this transition and the challenges they faced. \n Interested in joining the discussion? Register here or online at https://bit.ly/3vz3UbM. You must register to receive the link to access the virtual session. \n View the full session flyer here\, including short bios on the farmer panel. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/quebec-farmer-panel-neonic-treated-seeds/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20240104T213917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T213918Z UID:3471-1705575600-1705582800@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Farmers Connect: Planning for the 2024 Cropping Season DESCRIPTION:Join other farmers as we discuss plans for this upcoming spring and ideas to manage and build soils after the challenging 2023 cropping season. As the extremely wet conditions left many farmers wondering what’s next for their fields\, this will be a space to share concerns and challenges\, and constructive solutions as we look ahead into 2024. From repairing ruts and remedying compaction\, to managing manure and cover crops\, all topics are welcome!\n\nLunch will be provided. Kindly RSVP by January 16 to Kate Longfield at kate@cvfc-vt.com or 802-497-8498.\n\nHosted by the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition \nand UVM Extension’s Champlain Valley Crop\, Soil & Pasture Team URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/farmers-connect-planning-for-the-2024-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:20231221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T150625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T150625Z UID:3377-1703160000-1703163600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Neonic Webinar Series: Inform Regulation on Neonics DESCRIPTION:The Managing Neonicotinoids in Row Crops Webinar Series is to educate policy-makers\, farmers\, and educators on the role of neonicotinoids in managing pests and how best to minimize impacts on the surrounding environment. You will hear from educators\, researchers\, and state agencies as we navigate this important topic. \nThis session is presented by Steve Dwinell of VAAFM and Heather Darby of UVM. Provide valuable feedback to VAAFM to inform regulation on neonics. \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/3QKw9v3 \nCEU IPM 1 credit \n1 PAT credit URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/neonic-webinar-series-inform-regulation-on-neonics/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231220T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T150426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T150426Z UID:3375-1703073600-1703077200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Neonic Webinar Series: Reducing Bee Exposure to Insecticidal Corn Seed Treatment Dust DESCRIPTION:The Managing Neonicotinoids in Row Crops Webinar Series is to educate policy-makers\, farmers\, and educators on the role of neonicotinoids in managing pests and how best to minimize impacts on the surrounding environment. You will hear from educators\, researchers\, and state agencies as we navigate this important topic. \nThis session is presented by Reed Johnson of Ohio State University. \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/3QKw9v3 \nCEU IPM 1 credit \n1 PAT credit URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/neonic-webinar-series-reducing-bee-exposure-to-insecticidal-corn-seed-treatment-dust/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231218T133000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T150058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T150058Z UID:3373-1702900800-1702906200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Neonic Webinar Series: Integrated Management Strategy for Seed Corn Maggot in New York DESCRIPTION:The Managing Neonicotinoids in Row Crops Webinar Series is to educate policy-makers\, farmers\, and educators on the role of neonicotinoids in managing pests and how best to minimize impacts on the surrounding environment. You will hear from educators\, researchers\, and state agencies as we navigate this important topic. \nThis session is presented by Ken Wise\, Dr. Alejandro Calixto\, and Dr. Katja Poveda of Cornell University \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/3QKw9v3 \nCEU IPM 1 credit \n1 PAT credit URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/neonic-webinar-series-integrated-management-strategy-for-seed-corn-maggot-in-new-york/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T145848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T145848Z UID:3371-1702641600-1702645200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Neonic Webinar Series: Using No-Till\, Cover Crops\, and IPM to Control Insects and Slugs DESCRIPTION:The Managing Neonicotinoids in Row Crops Webinar Series is to educate policy-makers\, farmers\, and educators on the role of neonicotinoids in managing pests and how best to minimize impacts on the surrounding environment. You will hear from educators\, researchers\, and state agencies as we navigate this important topic. \nThis session is presented by John Tooker of PENN State. \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/3QKw9v3 \nCEU IPM 1 credit \n1 PAT credit URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/neonic-webinar-series-using-no-till-cover-crops-and-ipm-to-control-insects-and-slugs/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T145723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T145723Z UID:3369-1702555200-1702558800@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Neonic Webinar Series: Neonicotinoids and Pollinators DESCRIPTION:The Managing Neonicotinoids in Row Crops Webinar Series is to educate policy-makers\, farmers\, and educators on the role of neonicotinoids in managing pests and how best to minimize impacts on the surrounding environment. You will hear from educators\, researchers\, and state agencies as we navigate this important topic. \nThis session is presented by Samantha Alger\, University of Vermont \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/3QKw9v3 \nCEU IPM 1 credit \n1 PAT credit URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/neonic-webinar-series-neonicotinoids-and-pollinators/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T145541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T145541Z UID:3367-1702382400-1702386000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Neonic Webinar Series: Intro to Agricultural Innovation Board (AIB) and Their Work DESCRIPTION:The Managing Neonicotinoids in Row Crops Webinar Series is to educate policy-makers\, farmers\, and educators on the role of neonicotinoids in managing pests and how best to minimize impacts on the surrounding environment. You will hear from educators\, researchers\, and state agencies as we navigate this important topic. \nThis session is presented by Steve Dwinell of the Vermont Agency of Agriculture\, Food and Markets. \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/3QKw9v3 \nCEU PD 1 credit URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/neonic-webinar-series-intro-to-agricultural-innovation-board-aib-and-their-work/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231204T150819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T150819Z UID:3379-1701784800-1701792000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Soil Health Training for Technical Assistant Providers DESCRIPTION:The Franklin County Natural Resources Conservation District has been working with a team of advisors from UVM Extension\, USDA-NRCS\, Vermont Healthy Soils Coalition\, Vermont Agency of Agriculture\, Food\, and Markets\, American Farmland Trust\, and others\, to create a soil health training course for technical assistance providers. The overarching goal of the training is to better prepare technical assistance providers for the assistance they will be providing to farmers\, forest owners\, and other land stewards in their roles with Natural Resources Conservation Districts\, state and federal agencies\, watershed groups\, non profit organizations\, and other related groups. This course was created to be directly applicable to the landscapes and land stewards in VT and the Lake Champlain Basin in NY. \n\nWHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?\n\n\n\n\nThis training is for anyone who works with land stewards (including farmers\, foresters\, residential lands\, etc.) to provide technical assistance related to land and soil management. It is aimed at providers in Vermont and the Lake Champlain Basin portion of New York. The goals are for providers to develop their understandings of the current science around soil health\, management practices that support soil health (historic\, current\, and cutting-edge)\, and site-specific considerations when working with land stewards. \n​WHAT WILL I LEARN? \nWhat is soil health\, and how do we know if soils are healthy? How do we manage for soil health in our contexts? this will include: Principles of Soil Health and Ecosystem Services\, Soil Structure and Chemistry\, the Living Soil\, Soil Health Assessment Toolbox\, Organic Matter and Composts\, Cover Crops and Diversifying Cropping Systems\, Minimizing Tillage\, Livestock Integration and Agroforestry\, Managing for Water and Soil Structure\, Integrated Pest Management\, Soil Health Management Planning\, Soil Health Economics and Funding \n​WHEN AND WHERE? \n\n\nOne Fall 2023 Workshop on Tuesday\, November 14\, 2023: 9 am-2pm at the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC) Farm at 1949 East Main Street\, Richmond\, VT 05477 \n\n\n12 Winter 2023-2024 Webinars: Online on Tuesdays from 2-4 pm: 12/5\, 12/12\, 12/19\, 1/9\, 1/16\, 1/23\, 1/30\, 2/6\, 2/13\, 2/20\, 2/27\, 3/5 \n\n\nFour 2024 Field Season Workshops – TBD \n\n\n​QUESTIONS? \nPlease contact us at info@FranklinCountyNRCD.org URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/soil-health-training-for-technical-assistant-providers/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231108T164459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T164500Z UID:3293-1700128800-1700136000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:UVM Extension Water Quality & Soil Health Field Day DESCRIPTION:Join UVM Extension’s Champlain Valley Crop\, Soil & Pasture team to learn about their current research on water quality monitoring\, stacking conservation practices\, edge-of-field phosphorus filters\, and greenhouse gas emissions. They will also discuss important water and soil management considerations and practices including minimizing compaction\, repairing ruts\, and tile drainage best management practices. \nIt’s all happening on Rattlin Bridge Road in Bridport\, hosted by Blue Spruce Farm. Just look for the UVM Extension signs! \nThis is a free event with light refreshments provided. Eligible for 2 water quality credits. \nRegistration is appreciated but not required. RSVP to Anna Elewski at (802) 656-7548 or anna.elewski@uvm.edu. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/uvm-extension-water-quality-soil-health-field-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20231016T191546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T191546Z UID:3264-1699448400-1699455600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Grain Growers Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join UVM Extension at Woodlawn Farm to discuss integrating corn grain and soybean production into your farming operation. Seth and Kate Leach will talk about their investment in grain infrastructure and the benefits to adding this enterprise to their dairy operation. \nThis meeting is a collaboration with the UVM Extension Ag Business and the Northwest Crops and Soils Team. Jeremy Russo and Whitney Hull from UVM Extension’s Ag Business team will highlight how growing your own grains impacts input costs\, cow health and milk production. Heather Darby and Je Sanders\, from the Northwest Crops and Soils team\, will cover important agronomic practices when growing grains\, as well as benefits to soil health. \nThis workshop will be the first in a series\, with future workshop locations in Addison and Franklin Counties. This is a free event and lunch will be provided. In the event of inclement weather\, this workshop will be moved\nindoors onsite. \nRepresentatives from the Vermont Agency of Agriculture\, Food\, and Markets\, as well as the Vermont Housing and Conservation Board\, will be in attendance to answer questions about funding opportunities in relation to water quality impacts. \nTo request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program\, contact Whitney Hull at 802-279-7517 or whitney.hull@uvm.edu by Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023 so we may assist you. Contact Whitney with program questions or for additional information. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/grain-growers-workshop/ LOCATION:Woodlawn Farm\, 8128 Vermont 30\, Pawlet\, VT 05761\, VT\, 05761 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230506T183206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T133514Z UID:2928-1695207600-1695214800@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Forage Quality Improvement for Grass-fed Dairy DESCRIPTION:This event will focus on strategies to improve pasture productivity and quality for a grass-fed dairy herd. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/forage-quality-improvement-for-grass-fed-dairy/ LOCATION:North Country Creamery\, 931 Mace Chasm Road\, Keeseville\, NY\, 12944\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="UVM Extension Middlebury":MAILTO:abigail.augarten@uvm.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230506T182854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T133545Z UID:2925-1694084400-1694091600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Success Transitioning and Maintaining Grass-fed Dairy Production DESCRIPTION:A discussion of key strategies for successful transition to grass-fed as well as maintaining productivity\, quality\, and economics long-term. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/success-transitioning-and-maintaining-grass-fed-dairy-production/ LOCATION:Kiss the Cow Farm\, 992 Walker Hill Road\, South Royalton\, VT\, 05068\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="UVM Extension Middlebury":MAILTO:abigail.augarten@uvm.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T143000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230825T132827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T132827Z UID:3164-1693477800-1693492200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Harnessing the VT Ripsower\, Healing our Watershed Homes DESCRIPTION:Come learn hands-on how the VT ripsower works and fits into a larger\, holistic program of community cooperation to heal our watershed homes\, grow topsoil and biodiversity\, recharge and purify groundwater and surface waters\, and reduce flooding. \nBYO Brown Bag Lunch. \nBring a cooler to stock up on delicious fresh and frozen North Hollow Farm all-forage-finished\, organic beef. \nPre-registration is required. \nScholarships are available. Email abenewsoil@gmail.com for more details. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/harnessing-the-vt-ripsower-healing-our-watershed-homes/ LOCATION:North Hollow Farm\, 1831 Route 100\, Rochester\, VT\, 05767\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230807T182248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T182248Z UID:3073-1693476000-1693483200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Sheep and Goat Dairy Protocol Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with Dr. Dayna Locitzer on sheep and goat dairy protocol development. The workshop will include group lectures followed by breakout sessions for developing individual farm protocols. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/sheep-and-goat-dairy-protocol-workshop/ LOCATION:UVM Extension – Berlin\, 327 US Route 302\, Suite 1\, 05641\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230506T182627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T133615Z UID:2922-1692792000-1692799200@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Soil Health DESCRIPTION:The focus will be on soil health in pasture systems\, grazing management\, and considerations for transitioning to grass-fed. DGA discussion will also happen. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/soil-health/ LOCATION:The Corse Family Farm\, 1085 Corse Road\, Whitingham\, VT\, 05361\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="UVM Extension Middlebury":MAILTO:abigail.augarten@uvm.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230726T124544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T124544Z UID:3039-1691492400-1691499600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Milk Quality Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a milk quality workshop at the UVM Miller Farm. This workshop is geared toward dairy producers and service\nproviders interested in learning more about milk quality best practices\, as well as how to troubleshoot milk quality\nissues on your own farm. \nDr. Paul Virkler of Quality Milk Production Services at Cornell University will be present to share his expertise on\ntroubleshooting milk quality issues on farm. \nThis workshop is free and refreshments will be provided. \nTo request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program\, contact Whitney Hull at 802-279-7517 or whitney.hull@uvm.edu by Tuesday\, July 18\, 2023 so we may assist you. Contact Whitney with program questions or for additional information. \nThis event is sponsored by UVM Extension and the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/milk-quality-workshop-2/ LOCATION:University of Vermont Miller Farm\, 550 Spear Street South\, Burlington\, Vermont\, 05403 ORGANIZER;CN="Whitney Hull%2C UVM Extension Dairy Herd Management Technical Advisor":MAILTO:whitney.hull@uvm.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230619T225449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T225449Z UID:2991-1690450200-1690471800@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Annual Crops & Soils Field Day DESCRIPTION:UVM Extension Northwest Crops & Soils Program invites you to their Annual Field Day! \nCheck-in starts at 9:30 and the field day will get underway at 10:00 with a tour of the farm and many of its research plots and experiments involving perennial forages\, corn\, soybeans\, small grains\, hemp\, dry beans\, and more. Growers will get an update on ongoing and innovative crop and soil research trials. UVM researchers will share highlights from their research at the farm. After lunch\, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.\, there are several afternoon session options. \nThe event includes a barbecue and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. \nCost is free for farmers and $25 for all non-farmers. \nVAAFM WQ\, Custom Applicator\, and CCA CEUs credits available. \nEvent is rain or shine\, please dress appropriately. \nContact Susan at susan.brouillette@uvm.edu or 802-656-7611 if you have any questions. \nAdvanced registration by July 25 is required. If you are unable to register online\, call the UVM Non-Credit Registration office at 802-656-8407 to register. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/annual-crops-soils-field-day/ LOCATION:Borderview Research Farm\, 487 Line Road\, Alburgh\, VT\, 05463\, 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:20230722T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230506T184335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T133640Z UID:2934-1690030800-1690041600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Pasture Walk @ Larson Farm DESCRIPTION:Please join Larson Farm for a pasture walk highlighting the use of automatic gate openers and innovative seeding strategies to improve soil fertility\, pasture dry matter intake\, and overall farm sustainability. These technologies were implemented as part of a grant with the Dairy Business Innovation Center in collaboration with 5 other farms and the Center for an Agricultural Economy. The pasture walk will take place from 1-3\, with a potluck to follow. Bring a dish and dishes to eat on. Please register in advance. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/pasture-walk-larson-farm/ LOCATION:Larson Farm\, 661 South Street\, Wells\, VT\, 05774\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Center for an Agricultural Economy and Dairy Farmer Discussion Group":MAILTO:daynalocitzer@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230423T190438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T204526Z UID:2895-1689760800-1689768000@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Birds\, Bees\, and Beneficial Bugs in Our Livestock Systems DESCRIPTION:Join UVM Extension specialists for two farm tours this summer to learn about ways to enhance bird\, bee\, and beneficial insect habitats in your rotational grazing systems. \nRegister for these free events by calling or emailing Kelsie Meehan at 802-656-4829 or Kelsie.meehan@uvm.edu URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/birds-bees-and-beneficial-bugs-in-our-livestock-systems-2/ LOCATION:Rebop Farm\, 1320 Sunset Lake Rd\, Brattleboro\, Vermont\, 05301\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T070416 CREATED:20230506T182355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T133701Z UID:2919-1689332400-1689339600@cvfc-vt.com SUMMARY:Drought Management DESCRIPTION:Discussion of drought stress and management considerations for following year as well as strategies to improve drought resiliency. URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/drought-management/ LOCATION:Ken Leach and Joanne Chickering\, 2710 VT Route 30\, Pawlet\, VT\, 05251\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="UVM Extension Middlebury":MAILTO:abigail.augarten@uvm.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR