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Category Archives: Environmental
It Takes a Village to Make a Summit
By Olivia Percoco “Unity is strength…” Mattie Stepaneck We’re gearing up for the UVM Food Systems Summit June 17-18! As we near the event, we wanted to take some time to reflect on the many people and organizations who helped us … Continue reading
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The Psychology (and Politics) of Food Labels
Yesterday, April 23, 2014, the Vermont legislature passed the nation’s first “no strings attached” GMO labeling bill. The “no strings attached” stipulation means passage is not dependent on whether other states pass similar bills; Vermont will go it alone. The legislation would … Continue reading
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Eating the Invaders
By Joe Roman About a decade ago, I was standing on the shore of Penobscot Bay in Maine. It was a typical New England scene: lobster boats headed out to their pots, a harbor seal bobbed in the swell, a … Continue reading
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Does Local Purchasing Count? The economics of food system localization
Vermont is seen as a national leader in efforts to use local and regional food systems as an instrument of sustainable community and economic development. Our Farm to Plate Initiative is notable for its legislative backing, broad buy in, and … Continue reading
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Meet Catamount Farm Manager Laura Williams
When it comes to farming, Laura Williams says the key to success is to focus on what you love. Whether your passion is working the land, collaborating with other farmers, or interacting with customers, Williams says there isn’t just one … Continue reading
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