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Tag Archives: local foods
Vermont Land Trust Helps Mighty Food Farm Plant New Roots in Shaftsbury
By Edward Damon Ever since Lisa MacDougall founded Mighty Food Farm in Pownal a decade ago, she dreamed she’d someday own her own land. After a mighty move, that dream is now a reality: MacDougall, through help from the Vermont … Continue reading
The True Cost of Local Food
By Rachel Carter Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund When choosing to purchase food, cost is often a deciding factor for consumers. Why buy a 12-ounce package of local bacon for $7.99 when you can get it for $4.98? Purchasing local food … Continue reading
The Future of Agriculture in Vermont: Land Transfers & New Farmers
By Travis Marcotte It’s no secret that Vermont farmers are aging and that a significant amount of farmland in Vermont will change hands in the coming years. According to the American Farmland Trust, the average age of a Vermont farmer … Continue reading
Abby Long of Three Rivers Grown Refines Her Food Distribution and Sales Skills at UVM
When you work for a small food hub, the opportunity for networking and collaborating with colleagues can seem a bit out of reach. “So many of us in (the food hub) world work in isolation, so it’s great to come … Continue reading
Farm to Preschool Movement Creates a Culture of Inclusion and Generosity
By Alison Bell For close to a decade, the Burlington Children’s Space (BCS) been working to develop a culture of food security to benefit the children and families that they serve. The preschool is located in Burlington’s Old North End … Continue reading
