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Campers Explore Nature at Weekend Academy Share July 18, 2025 Sixteen young nature enthusiasts gathered in Woodbury recently to explore the outdoors, take part in traditional camp activities and learn from experts in various natural reso…
UVM Extension Attends National Conference for Agricultural Agents Share July 17, 2025 By Lindsey Ruhl UVM Extension NWCS Research Specialist Lindsey Ruhl and 4-H educator Wendy Sorrell, attended the 110th National Association of County A…
Free Workshop Offered on Robotic Milkers Share July 17, 2025 By Whitney Hull Automated milking systems, also known as robotic milkers, not only save time and labor but may lead to increased milk production as cows are less stressed as th…
It's Blueberry Season Share July 17, 2025 By Dr. Vern Grubinger Blueberries, which originated in North America, are one of the healthiest fruits you can eat. They have a unique and delicious flavor, are low in calories and are packed wit…
Summer Gardening Tips Share July 17, 2025 By Deborah J. Benoit The celebration of summer is underway, bringing with it peak gardening season. Every day there’s something new to harvest and enjoy. Perennial flowers are in bloom. Blueberri…
Short Course Teaches Composting Basics Share July 17, 2025 Backyard composting is a cost-efficient way to turn food scraps, leaves and other yard waste into “black gold” to provide a free source of nutrient-rich organic matter for garden…
Workshop Cultivates Learning About Hydroponics Share July 15, 2025 University of Vermont (UVM) Extension 4-H is hosting a free workshop on August 18 for kids, ages 8 to 18, interested in learning about hydroponics, the science of growing…
Evaluating Hay Crop Silage Inoculants for Use in Organic Systems Share July 14, 2025 By Sara Ziegler Evaluating Hay Crop Silage Inoculants for Use in Organic Systems When we harvest hay crop silages, naturally occurring bacteria present …
Trees, Glorious Trees! Share July 14, 2025 By Amy Simone Trees are among the hardest working plants in the landscape. Even the smallest yard can accommodate at least one or two of these botanical powerhouses.Adding a tree will provide ha…
Be On The Alert For European Cherry Fruit Fly Share July 9, 2025 University of Vermont (UVM) Extension and the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets are urging Vermont cherry growers and pick-your-own customers to be on the loo…
Growing Strawberries Share July 3, 2025 By Deborah J. Benoit If seeing strawberries at farmers markets and roadside stands starts you dreaming about harvesting this sweet, juicy fruit in your own back yard, why not give it a try? Strawbe…
4-H'ers and Horses Attend Weekend Clinic and Show Share June 30, 2025 For 4-H’ers who love horses, the 2025 Northeast Region 4-H Horsemanship Clinic and Show was the perfect place to hone their horsemanship skills, learn about horse care…
Saving Seeds from Vegetable Crops Share June 30, 2025 By Amy Simone Saving seeds from your vegetables crops is a fun and easy way to benefit from nature’s generosity. With a little knowledge and some advanced planning, you can restock yo…
Milkweed: Not A Weed At All Share June 25, 2025 By Bonnie Kirn Donahue Milkweed may seem like a weed because of its name, but it’s actually an incredibly important plant.The leaves of milkweed are the primary food source for monarch cate…
Public Boat Trips Offered on R/V Marcelle Melosira Share June 24, 2025 Lake Champlain Sea Grant and University of Vermont Extension will host a series of Summer on the Lake public boat trips this summer aboard the R/V Marcelle Melosira, …
New Rail Trail Signs Ask for Help to ID Tree-of-Heaven Share June 23, 2025 By Ginger Nickerson Visitors on Vermont’s rail trails this summer will notice new signs asking for their help identifying a fast-growing introduced invasive tree …
Tips for a Healthy Garden Share June 23, 2025 By Deborah J. Benoit Every gardener wants a healthy, productive garden whether they’re growing vegetables, berries or flowers. While some problems are outside our control, there are a number …
4-H'ers Judge Dairy Cattle at State Competition Share June 18, 2025 The 2025 State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest provided an opportunity for 4-H dairy members to demonstrate their ability to evaluate and rank dairy cattle based on breed stan…
Summer Annual Forages Fill Inventory Gaps Share June 18, 2025 By Sara Ziegler Summer Annual Forages Fill Inventory Gaps Summer annual grasses, such as sudangrass and millet, can be good emergency forage crops if your feed inventory is lo…
Green Schools Site Tour Offered at Peoples Academy Share June 16, 2025 By Ashley Eaton Lake Champlain Sea Grant will be leading a free walking tour for the public at Peoples Academy in Morristown on June 17 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. to raise a…