Aug. 13-19—The fourth annual Open Farm Week will return the week of Monday, Aug. 13-Sunday, Aug. 19, and will feature a diverse schedule of rooted in Vermont on-farm activities for the whole family. Open Farm Week is a celebration of […]
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Vermont Open Farm Week returns Aug. 14-20, celebrates local food origins
VERMONT — For the third consecutive year, farmers across Vermont will open their barn doors and garden gates to welcome the public for a behind-the-scenes look at Vermont’s vibrant working landscapes. Vermont Open Farm Week 2017 will be held Monday, Aug. 14, through Sunday, Aug. […]
Coming events to promote Rutland rail revival
By Lani Duke In the 1880s, trains played a critical role in the development of local industry as well as tourism. Central Vermont’s economic prosperity relied on trains, which carried the state’s maple products, apples, other goods, marble and slate […]
Two-day conference explores agritourism opportunities
APRIL 7-8 — RUTLAND — Whether offering a farm stay experience, farm stand, pick-your-own operation or barn tours for groups, many Vermont farms are turning to agritourism, education and direct sales to supplement their farm income and increase profits. On April 7-8, […]