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SUMMARY:Field Day: Making Pasture Work
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to CVFC’s next Field Day at Meeting Place Pastures in Cornwall! Join us in learning about raising dairy heifers on pasture. Paul Knox of Knoxland Farm (Bradford\, VT) and Cheryl & Marc Cesario of Meeting Place Pastures will share their experiences custom grazing dairy heifers and how this might fit in to your herd management system as a way to raise healthy young stock efficiently\, effectively\, and with a solid financial bottom line. Paul will share why he grazes heifers while Cheryl & Marc will show us how to maximize profitability by grazing intensively to provide growing animals with high quality forage in the pasture. You will have the opportunity to see Paul’s heifers and the Cesarios’ pastures\, ask questions\, and troubleshoot how to implement this system effectively.\n\nSnacks and beverages will be provided. Please follow the parking signs on site. Kindly RSVP by emailing info@cvfc-vt.com.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/field-day-making-pasture-work/
LOCATION:Meeting Place Pastures\, 1683 West Street\, Cornwall\, VT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T093000
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SUMMARY:CVFC Board of Directors October Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The CVFC Board of Directors meets on the first Wednesday of each month. This month’s meeting will be held at a location TBD. Members of the coalition are welcome to arrive at 10:30 a.m.\, and the general public is welcome to arrive at 11:00 a.m. For full details or to RSVP\, contact Kirsten Workman at Kirsten.Workman@uvm.edu.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/cvfc-board-of-directors-october-meeting/
ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210915T155901Z
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SUMMARY:Landscapes that Work for All of Life: Growing Community and Climate Resilience by Regenerating the Soil Sponge
DESCRIPTION:This virtual workshop\, led by Didi Pershouse\, will deepen each participant’s understanding of whole-systems landscape function and effective land management\, with a focus on water and the soil sponge. Biology creates a natural sponge in healthy soils and grasslands that slows and sinks water on a total landscape scale–providing resilience in times of flooding and drought. Many of our current economic\, social\, and climate concerns are due to a degradation of our country’s soils\, in particular it’s sponge-like structure or “tilth.” \nIn this introductory class we will consider these questions: \n\nWhat is the soil sponge\, and how is it different from soil carbon?\nCan a healthy soil sponge really address our climate\, environmental and social concerns?\n\nResilience to flooding\, drought\, and wildfires\nRegulation of regional temperatures\nFood and water security\nBiodiversity\nHealth and increased immunity for all life on land\nLocal economies\nConflicts over resources\n\n\nHow do we work with nature’s essential workforce to create conditions for the soil sponge to regenerate?\nWhat is the role of thoughtful livestock management in regenerating the soil sponge?\n\nDidi Pershouse is the author of  The Ecology of Care: Medicine\, Agriculture\, Money\, and the Quiet Power of Human and Microbial Communities and Understanding Soil Health and Watershed Function. She teaches participatory workshops both in person and online\, helping to show the nested relationships between soil health\, human health\, water cycles\, and climate resiliency.  She is the founder of the Land and Leadership Initiative and the Center for Sustainable Medicine\, and a co-founder of the “Can we Rehydrate California?” Initiative. She is an independent trainer and curriculum developer for the UN-FAO Farmer Field School Program and the Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming Initiative in India. She was one of five speakers at the United Nations-FAO World Soil Day in 2017. \nShe is a Planning Commissioner for her town\, a member of the Vermont State-appointed Payment For Ecosystem Services and Soil Health Working Group and is on the board of directors of the Soil Carbon Coalition\, the Vermont Healthy Soils Coalition and Regenerate Earth. She led a successful effort to conserve the Zebedee Headwaters Wetlands while serving as a Vermont Conservation Commissioner. \nContact soilforwater@ncat.org for more information. \nOnce registered\, we will email you a Zoom link before the class.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/landscapes-that-work-for-all-of-life-growing-community-and-climate-resilience-by-regenerating-the-soil-sponge/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T200000
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SUMMARY:Vermont Climate Council Agriculture Stakeholder Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a workshop about the developing strategies for agriculture for the state’s emerging Climate Action Plan. The meeting will be held virtually to allow participation from across the state. Register Here \nAll farmers\, farm-related businesses\, technical service providers\, farmer support groups and organizations\, conservation districts and others are encouraged to attend. \nThe members of the Agriculture and Ecosystem Subcommittee of the Vermont Climate Council will share: \n\nThe strategies for helping Vermont farms and food system to be more resilient and adaptable in the face of climate change impacts;\nThe ways Vermont agriculture can play an essential role in storing and sequestering carbon; and\,\nThe many co-benefits climate action can take for farm viability\, healthy soils\, increased biodiversity\, water quality\, and many others.\n\nThe Subcommittee hopes to hear from you: \n\nAre they on the right track with their approaches?\nWhat key strategies or ideas are they missing?\nWhat two or three strategies or ideas are of concern or worry to you?\nAnd\, how would you improve them to address you concerns?\n\nThe input from this workshop will help the Subcommittee refine its recommendations due to the full Climate Council this Fall. \nYou may find more information about the Subcommittee’s work just below. \n\nSubcommittees Overall Strategies\nSpecific Agriculture Strategies\nNature Based Solutions\nHealthy\, Local Food Access and Sustainable Working Lands Economies\n\nQuestions can be directed to Patrick Field or Jane Lazorchak at pfield@cbi.org or Jane.Lazorchak@vermont.gov
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/vermont-climate-council-agriculture-stakeholder-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210913T134526Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Solutions for Zero Hunger by 2030: A Vision for Animal Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Protein is a critically important part of a basic diet but how can the global animal protein sector continue to sustainably feed a growing and increasingly hungry world? That question is at the core of the Sustainable Solutions for Zero Hunger by 2030: A Vision for Animal Agriculture\, scheduled virtually for 12-5 p.m. ET on September 14\, 2021. \nPresented in partnership with Elanco and Agri-Pulse the event will bring together key leaders across the animal protein food chain from around the world to discuss the next steps of food production’s sustainable transformation\, its ability to fight hunger and its durability against shocks.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/sustainable-solutions-for-zero-hunger-by-2030-a-vision-for-animal-agriculture/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210809T145420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210809T145420Z
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SUMMARY:Addison County Ag Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Bourdeau Brothers of Middlebury and Feed Commodities International\, Inc. of Middlebury present the 12th Annual Addison County Ag Showcase. Watch crop demos\, learn more about suppliers\, products\, and services\, win door prizes\, enjoy Skip’s famous Barbecue Chicken for lunch\, and connect with the ag community!
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/addison-county-ag-showcase/
LOCATION:Bourdeau Brothers of Middlebury\, 88 Seymour Street\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bourdeau Brothers of Middlebury":MAILTO:snapoleon@bbinc.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210902T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210805T150253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T150253Z
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SUMMARY:CVFC Board of Directors September Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The CVFC Board of Directors meets on the first Wednesday of each month. This month’s meeting will be held at a location TBD. Members of the coalition are welcome to arrive at 10:30 a.m.\, and the general public is welcome to arrive at 11:00 a.m. For full details or to RSVP\, contact Kirsten Workman at Kirsten.Workman@uvm.edu.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/cvfc-board-of-directors-september-meeting/
ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210809T143807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210809T143807Z
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Regenerative Grazing and Soil Health with Dr. Allen Williams
DESCRIPTION:Interest is growing in using grazing management to rebuild the health of degraded soils. The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) will host a two-part workshop in August for ag professionals\, educators\, and mentor farmers to provide information and hands-on training on regenerative grazing\, soil health\, and monitoring. NCAT soil and livestock specialists will be joined by Dr. Allen Williams of Understanding Ag\, LLC to lead these workshops. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3fOeh0C
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/demystifying-regenerative-grazing-and-soil-health-with-dr-allen-williams/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T145902Z
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SUMMARY:CVFC Board of Directors August Meeting
DESCRIPTION:August is a BIG month for the agricultural community–see Addison County Fair & Field Days and Open Farm Week–so we’re pushing our Board of Directors meeting to a later date. They will meet on Wednesday\, August 18 at 9:30 a.m. at the UVM Extension office located at 23 Pond Lane in Middlebury. All CVFC members are invited; members of the public may join at 10:00. If you would like to attend\, kindly RSVP to Kirsten Workman\, Board Secretary\, at Kirsten.Workman@uvm.edu.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/cvfc-board-of-directors-august-meeting/
LOCATION:UVM Extension – Middlebury\, 23 Pond Lane\, Middlebury\, VT\, 05753
ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210809T144413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210809T144413Z
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SUMMARY:Pest & Disease Walk for Commercial Growers
DESCRIPTION:Join UVM pathologist Ann Hazelrigg\, and entomologists Vic Izzo and Scott Lewins\, for a field walk to learn about\, identify and discuss solutions for this year’s pests and diseases\, including integrated pest management (IPM) techniques. This workshop will be hosted at the certified organic mixed vegetable farm Bear Roots Farm in Williamstown and is geared toward commercial organic vegetable growers. \nThis workshop is free to attend for commercial growers. Pre-registration required. \nHosts: Karin Bellemare and Jon Wagner own and operate Bear Roots Farm\, an organic mixed vegetable farm in Williamstown\, VT. They also own and operate The Roots Farm Market\, one of the main avenues of sale for their vegetables\, in addition to a year-round CSA\, in Middlesex\, Vermont. \nInstructors: Ann Hazelrigg is the the director of the Plant Diagnostic Clinic\, a statewide resource for commercial growers\, Master Gardeners\, home gardeners and the general public to identify disease\, insect and weed samples and make recommendations for control based on integrated pest management (IPM) principles. She also oversees the Master Gardener Program\, the UVM Pesticide Education and Safety Program and the Extension E-IPM program. \nVic Izzo is an agricultural entomologist and lecturer in the Plant and Soil Science Department where he focuses upon agricultural pest insects and innovative strategies for their control within organic systems. Vic is also a research associate and educational coordinator in the Agroecology and Livelihoods (ALC) Collaborative at UVM\, a transdisciplinary research lab dedicated to using Participatory Action Research methods. \nScott Lewins is the Entomology Extension Educator with UVM Extension Northwest Crops & Soils Program\, Extension Coordinator with the ALC\, and Lecturer in PSS. Scott has worked with a multitude of growers within the region in various systems with a focus on sustainable pest management\, particularly\, the development of appropriate IPM tactics for northeastern organic growers.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/pest-disease-walk-for-commercial-growers/
LOCATION:Bear Roots Farm\, 1572 S Hill Road\, Williamstown\, VT\, 05679\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="NOFA VT":MAILTO:zea@nofavt.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210815
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210805T142839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T143315Z
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SUMMARY:Addison County Fair & Field Days
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Addison County agriculture! Enjoy delicious food\, exciting rides\, visits with animals\, and fun\, educational exhibits.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/addison-county-fair-field-days/
LOCATION:Addison County Fair & Field Days\, 1790 Field Days Road\, Vergennes\, VT\, 05491\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210816
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210615T140432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T143220Z
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SUMMARY:Open Farm Week
DESCRIPTION:Do you love local food and farms? Want to get to know your farmer better — and get a behind-the-scenes look into Vermont’s vibrant working agricultural landscape? \nDuring the 2021 Vermont Open Farm Week\, you can meet the farmers\, plants\, and animals that bring your favorite high-quality Vermont products to your plate. \nThe greatest part about Open Farm Week is that every farm is unique. Milk a cow and harvest a carrot at one farm\, sit on a tractor and take in the smell of freshly cut hay at another and then head over to another for woodfired pizza night and a garden tour. Events are happening all across the state\, it’s a great time to get out and explore! \n\nThis year’s Open Farm Week offers 90+ opportunities to enjoy Vermont agriculture–and we couldn’t help but notice that a handful of our members are participating! Check it out:\n\n\n Garlic Braiding Workshop at Last Resort Farm\, Aug. 11\, 10 am – 12 pm\n Farm Tours at Philo Ridge Farm\, Aug. 12-14\, various times\n Fried Chicken Dinner at Maple Wind Farm\, Aug. 13\, 5 – 7 pm\n\n\n\nFor more information and to view the complete list of events\, visit: https://bit.ly/3ibDF1F
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/open-farm-week/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210802
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210524T010810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T010810Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Agronomic Practices (FAP) Program - Cover Crop Apps Due
DESCRIPTION:The FAP Program utilizes state funding to help Vermont farms implement soil-based agronomic practices that improve soil quality\, increase crop production\, and reduce erosion and agricultural waste discharges. The FAP program also provides education and instructional activity grants to support outreach regarding the impacts of agricultural practices on water quality and current state agricultural water quality regulations. Eligible practices include: cover cropping\, conservation crop rotation\, conservation crop rotation with nurse crop; conservation tillage\, no till pasture and hayland renovation; rotational grazing; manure injection; and educational or instructional activities. Rotational grazing applications are due June 15; cover crop applications are due August 1; and all other FAP practices will be reviewed in order of receipt. Learn More
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/farm-agronomic-practices-fap-program-cover-crop-apps-due/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210706T152730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T152730Z
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SUMMARY:Soil & Water Conservation Society International Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Note: Registration required by July 16. \nThe 76th Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) International Annual Conference\, taking place virtually\, July 26-28\, 2021\, will provide the opportunity for attendees around the world to share their conservation stories and bring natural resource management solutions from far and wide into their homes and offices. The virtual event format allows access and inclusivity on a broad scale\, and our interactive conference platform provides a robust conference experience with live sessions\, Q&A\, networking\, a virtual exhibit hall\, and many other ways to learn\, connect\, and engage. \nThis year’s conference theme\, “One World\, Connected through Conservation\,” encompasses the shared resources on which all life depends while recognizing local-level issues and management. No matter the landscape\, collective efforts are required to protect and sustain our soil and water resources. While conservation challenges brought on by universal pressures like climate change may produce wide-ranging effects in our respective corners of the globe\, there is commonality in the solutions—collaborations that span sectors and disciplines\, practices informed by science\, cutting-edge technology\, a new era of policy\, and\, at the center of all this\, the individuals working tirelessly to protect and improve our natural resources. \nProfessionals advancing conservation solutions through research and practice in public and private sectors will present their work\, including the latest in soil health\, water resources\, conservation management\, climate change adaptation\, social science\, and more. Workshops\, symposia sessions\, and posters will showcase ideas\, technologies\, and practices\, and foster a dialogue around their adoption. Projects presented will include work at the watershed\, national\, and international scales\, emphasizing the global impact of local efforts. Scientists and practitioners will apply the virtual skills they have obtained over the last year by taking attendees into the field and lab through live or prerecorded demonstrations and tours. Recognizing that our goals for the world’s natural resources cannot be realized without justice\, equity\, diversity and inclusion\, conservationists will share insights and advice on projects and partnerships that seek diverse participation and take meaningful action toward creating and supporting systems that value and serve people equitably. \nIn addition to science and practice presentations\, the event will provide a range of opportunities for personal and professional development. Sessions will address effective work habits\, partnerships\, and communication tools\, and the conference will offer certified education credits (CEUs). \nShare your research and project solutions with an international audience\, learn from experts from around the world\, make connections with leading organizations and agencies\, and together\, through this conference and its impact\, we will build a future for global conservation.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/soil-water-conservation-society-international-annual-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210409T171623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T152130Z
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SUMMARY:CVFC Board of Directors July Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The CVFC Board of Directors meets on the first Wednesday of each month. This month’s meeting will be held at Blue Spruce Farm in Bridport. Members of the coalition are welcome to arrive at 10:30 a.m.\, and the general public is welcome to arrive at 11:00 a.m. For full details or to RSVP\, contact Kirsten Workman at Kirsten.Workman@uvm.edu.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/cvfc-board-of-directors-july-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210702
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210615T140850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T141004Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Registration Deadline for Open Farm Week
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 7th annual Vermont Open Farm Week\, taking place at farms across Vermont\, August 8-15\, 2021! This special week in August creates an opportunity for folks to visit farms and connect with Vermont’s working landscape\, and it’s a great way for farmers to engage with their customers and communities. \nFor members of the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition\, in particular\, this is a great opportunity for you to showcase how you work to protect water quality and support soil health. \nWe are all looking forward to getting out and enjoying Vermont this summer\, and especially during Vermont Open Farm Week! Technical assistance for farms is available. Register NOW through July 1st: http://ow.ly/cSt530o8ElK \nAre you a CVFC participating in Open Farm Week? Please let us know! Once you have registered\, email John Roberts at john[at]cvfc-vt[dot]com.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/farm-registration-deadline-for-open-farm-week/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210616
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210524T010634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T010634Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Agronomic Practices (FAP) Program - Rotational Grazing Apps Due
DESCRIPTION:The FAP Program utilizes state funding to help Vermont farms implement soil-based agronomic practices that improve soil quality\, increase crop production\, and reduce erosion and agricultural waste discharges. The FAP program also provides education and instructional activity grants to support outreach regarding the impacts of agricultural practices on water quality and current state agricultural water quality regulations. Eligible practices include: cover cropping\, conservation crop rotation\, conservation crop rotation with nurse crop; conservation tillage\, no till pasture and hayland renovation; rotational grazing; manure injection; and educational or instructional activities. Rotational grazing applications are due June 15; cover crop applications are due August 1; and all other FAP practices will be reviewed in order of receipt. Learn More
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/farm-agronomic-practices-fap-program-rotational-grazing-apps-due/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210409T171503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T171503Z
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SUMMARY:CVFC Board of Directors June Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The CVFC Board of Directors meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Members of the coalition are welcome to join at 9:30 a.m.\, and the general public is welcome to join at 10:00 a.m. To attend\, please contact Board Secretary Kirsten Workman; she will send you the Zoom link.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/cvfc-board-of-directors-june-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210409T170722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T170722Z
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SUMMARY:TNC Discussion Series: Emerging Markets for Ecosystem Services and Soil Carbon
DESCRIPTION:The Nature Conservancy of Vermont welcomes you to a discussion series on watershed conservation issues. Topics address questions that Vermont practitioners are grappling with as we advance healthy\, resilient watersheds and human communities. Speakers bring insight based on experience or applied research elsewhere. We discuss related work ongoing in Vermont\, and important considerations toward continuing to advance this work here. \nExperiences with programs to incentivize soil carbon storage and establish mechanisms to market combined ecosystem services. Stephen Wood\, The Nature Conservancy. \nRegister Here \nExample questions to address: \n\nHow do costs/benefits of market-based approaches compare to other options for addressing the same environmental issues (e.g. PES or regulatory approaches)?\nWhat are TNC’s experiences with protocols for documenting soil carbon? How relevant might this be to Vermont?\nWhere are the sources of funding for successful programs (funding to catalyze a market\, and funding to support farmers or landowners transitioning to different practices)?\nWhat have we learned to-date that will inform the success of these marketsin Vermont? What are the distinct opportunities and barriers?\nWhat is the state-of-science regarding the soil carbon potential for Vermont?
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/tnc-discussion-series-emerging-markets-for-ecosystem-services-and-soil-carbon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
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SUMMARY:USDA State Technical Committee Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Vermont USDA State Technical Committee (STC) provides information\, analysis and recommendations on a wide variety of policy issues to the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Although State Technical Committees have no implementation or enforcement authority\, USDA gives strong consideration to the Committee’s recommendations. All meetings are open to the public and will be hosted virtually via Microsoft Teams. You can learn more and locate the link to join or see the alternate call in phone number here.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/usda-state-technical-committee-meeting-virtual/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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ORGANIZER;CN="USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service":MAILTO:amy.overstreet@usda.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210513T050000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210405T133958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T134541Z
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SUMMARY:#Farm24VT
DESCRIPTION:#Farm24VT is a 24-hour social media celebration of agriculture\, food\, and dairy in Vermont. Farmers\, agribusinesses\, food producers\, and others in the agricultural community will be sharing photos\, videos\, and stories on social media to show how your favorite local foods get to your table. You can easily find their posts by searching for the #Farm24VT hashtag. We’re also giving away lots of great Vermont food and farm products during our celebration\, including a year’s supply of Cabot Cheese!\n\nFollow #Farm24VT on Facebook\, Instagram\, and Twitter.\n\nIf you’re a Vermont farmer\, agribusiness\, food producers\, or involved in the Vermont agricultural community\, you’re welcome to participate! Learn More + Register\n\n#Farm24VT is a project of the Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition and the Connecticut River Watershed Farmers Alliance. It is funded by a grant from Vermont Breakfast on the Farm\, with generous support from New England Dairy. It is sponsored by Cabot Cheese\, Hanover Co-op Food Stores of NH & VT\, Lawes Agricultural Service\, Reed’s Equipment\, Bourdeau Brothers of Middlebury\, Feed Commodities\, North Country Organics\, Philo Ridge Farm\, and the Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/farm24vt/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210414T175053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T175053Z
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SUMMARY:VT Climate Council: Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee
DESCRIPTION:The Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee of the Vermont Climate Council meets every Friday at 10:00 a.m. through August 27. To access the agenda and meeting link\, click here.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/vt-climate-council-agriculture-ecosystems-subcommittee-4/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210409T171215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T171401Z
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SUMMARY:CVFC Board of Directors May Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The CVFC Board of Directors meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Members of the coalition are welcome to join at 9:30 a.m.\, and the general public is welcome to join at 10:00 a.m. To attend\, please contact Board Secretary Kirsten Workman; she will send you the Zoom link.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/cvfc-board-of-directors-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Champlain Valley Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@cvfc-vt.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210414T174819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T174819Z
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SUMMARY:VT Climate Council: Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee
DESCRIPTION:The Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee of the Vermont Climate Council meets every Friday at 10:00 a.m. through August 27. To access the agenda and meeting link\, click here.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/vt-climate-council-agriculture-ecosystems-subcommittee-3/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210409T170228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T170228Z
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SUMMARY:TNC Discussion Series: Payment for Nutrient Reduction Practices
DESCRIPTION:The Nature Conservancy of Vermont welcomes you to a discussion series on watershed conservation issues. Topics address questions that Vermont practitioners are grappling with as we advance healthy\, resilient watersheds and human communities. Speakers bring insight based on experience or applied research elsewhere. We discuss related work ongoing in Vermont\, and important considerations toward continuing to advance this work here.  \nExperiences of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources in developing and implementing rules that enable farmers to be paid for best practices\, financed through a water quality trading scheme. Matthew Claucherty\, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. \nRegister Here \nPossible questions to address: \n\nHow was this scheme designed in Wisconsin and how long has this been underway?\nWhat are the funding sources?\nWhat practices have farmers most employed under the rules?\nWhat factors have been most critical to the success of realizing the intended nutrient reduction outcomes?\nWhat do monitoring data suggest regarding the extent to which the scheme will reduce phosphorus loading over time?\nWhat have you learned regarding social impact? For example\, have farmers’ attitudes about relevant behaviors changed through the course of participation? Was participation equitable (did money go to farmers who were already rich)? Do farmers trust the government more or less now?\n\n 
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/tnc-discussion-series-payment-for-nutrient-reduction-practices/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210414T174652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T174652Z
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SUMMARY:VT Climate Council: Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee
DESCRIPTION:The Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee of the Vermont Climate Council meets every Friday at 10:00 a.m. through August 27. To access the agenda and meeting link\, click here.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/vt-climate-council-agriculture-ecosystems-subcommittee-2/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T093000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210409T165325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T165527Z
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SUMMARY:Challenges & Opportunities: New Manure Application Equipment Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live webinar on Wednesday\, April 21st from 8:30-9:30 a.m. to learn about hayland manure injection\, inline nutrient sensing\, and their impact on managing nutrients. Speakers include Extension Outreach Professionals Kirsten Workman and Jeff Sanders\, and custom applicator Eric Severy from Matthew’s Trucking LLC. Earn one custom applicator or farmer water quality credit. There is no cost to attend\, but pre-registration is required. \nRegister at: https://bit.ly/3dSM5HQ
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/challenges-opportunities-new-manure-application-equipment-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lindsey Ruhl%2C UVM Extension Northwest Crops and Soils Program":MAILTO:lruhl@uvm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210414T174110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T174110Z
UID:2176-1618567200-1618574400@cvfc-vt.com
SUMMARY:VT Climate Council: Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee
DESCRIPTION:The Agriculture & Ecosystems Subcommittee of the Vermont Climate Council meets every Friday at 10:00 a.m. through August 27. To access the agenda and meeting link\, click here.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/vt-climate-council-agriculture-ecosystems-subcommittee/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210405T134903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T135115Z
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SUMMARY:Level Up Your Social Media Presence
DESCRIPTION:If you manage your farm or agribusiness’ social media and want to take it to the next level\, this intermediate-level training is for you. \nYou’ll learn proven ways to increase your followers\, create more engaging content\, and be sure that your “likes” aren’t just from your friends in agriculture. \nAfter you complete this FREE 90-minute training you’ll know how to: \n\nBest utilize advanced functions of Facebook\, Instagram\, and Twitter\nUse direct sales options within Instagram to sell your products\nGet out of the “ag bubble” and reach your target audience\nApply a formula for successful storytelling\nParticipate in the upcoming #Farm24VT campaign\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/level-up-your-social-media-presence/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210515
DTSTAMP:20260423T161427
CREATED:20210414T181354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T181354Z
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SUMMARY:Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA) Program Sign Up
DESCRIPTION:Through AMA\, financial assistance is available for eligible producers to implement conservation practices such as high tunnels\, micro-irrigation and other specific irrigation and water related practices. Through a collaboration with the USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA)\, the two agencies will use NRCS experience in providing technical and financial assistance to distribute these funds using NRCS conservation program contracts. \nThis AMA sign-up opportunity in Vermont will prioritize funding opportunities for historically underserved groups\, such as new and beginning farmers\, socially disadvantaged farmers\, and veteran farmers. These producers are eligible for up to 90% payment rates based on NRCS practice scenarios. Contact your local NRCS office prior to the May 14 deadline.
URL:https://cvfc-vt.com/event/agricultural-management-assistance-ama-program-sign-up/
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