Chaya Lipkin, graduate of UVM's Farmer Training Program, and owner of Dreamland Harvest.
Chaya Lipkin, a graduate of the 2011 UVM Farmer Training Program, was recently interviewed by FarmPlate about her journey as a beginning farmer.
An excerpt:
What advice do you have for any other young farmers, artisans or gardeners who are just starting out?
In 2011, I attended the University of Vermont’s Farmer Training Program, a 6-month intensive hands-on sustainable farming course. I would highly recommend this, or a similar immersive farming education experience, before striking out on your own. Learning from the experience and wisdom of other farmers is invaluable! Get involved with local farming organizations (NOFA, Coop Extension, Greenhorns are just a few ideas) and continue to learn and grow every day.
