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show the image caption close caption The Vermont 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Team finished third at the 2023 North American 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, held November 3 and 4 in Louisville, Kentucky. They are Front row (left to right): Torrey Hanna, Add…
show the image caption close caption Left: East Hardwick 4-H’er Gabriel Michaud (front) judges a class of Holsteins at the National 4-H Dairy Judging Contest in Louisville, Kentucky, on November 4. (photo: Leslie Michaud) Right: Northeas…
Bovine Bonanza Delves into Diversity of Livestock Topics Share November 9, 2023 By Wendy Sorrell Burlington—For 55 Vermont 4-H’ers enrolled in the beef, dairy and working steer projects, the 2023 Bovine Bonanza offered a wealth of inform…
show the image caption close caption Molly McFaun, 4-H educator for Orange and Washington Counties, was the recipient of the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals’ Achievement in Service Award. (photo cour…
show the image caption close caption The theme of the University of Vermont Extension Master Gardener program’s annual gardening conference is “Fostering Resilience in Our Gardens,” offering a number of presentations reflecting on this y…
Free Workshop for Kids is Out of This World Share November 9, 2023 By Lauren Traister A Science Fun Day, December 9, will offer “out of this world” STEM activities for Grade 3-5 students. The free workshop will be led by 4-H Science Amba…
It's Time to Plant Garlic! Share November 3, 2023 By Jim Corven By Jim Corven Extension Master Gardener University of Vermont Fresh garlic from your garden is hard to beat, and now is the time to get it started for next year. Let’s look …
Hibernating Houseplants Share October 31, 2023 By Amy Simone By Amy Simone Extension Master Gardener University of Vermont Those lovely houseplants that clean the air and add beauty to our homes are primarily tropical natives. In the spr…
Preparing Fruit Trees for Winter Share October 25, 2023 By Deborah J. Benoit By Deborah J. Benoit Extension Master Gardener University of Vermont Autumn is well underway. The leaves are falling, and it’s time to put the garden to bed in …
show the image caption close caption Jacob Holzberg-Pill is the new University of Vermont Extension 4-H educator for special projects. (photo courtesy of Jacob Holzberg-Pill) 4-H Educator Hired for Special Projects Share October 20, 2023…
Deciphering Plant Names Share October 19, 2023 By Nadie VanZandt By Nadie VanZandt Extension Master Gardener University of Vermont Have you ever wondered why plant names are in Latin? Latin, a language originating from Italy, spread thro…
show the image caption close caption Members of the winning Vermont hippology team at the 2023 Northeast Regional 4-H Horse Contests, October 15, show off their first-place rosette ribbons and team jackets. They are (left to right): Nata…
show the image caption close caption Six Vermont 4-H dairy members earned the opportunity to attend the 2023 National 4-H Dairy Conference in Madison, Wisconsin. The delegation and their chaperones were: Front row (left to right): Natali…
show the image caption close caption Planning a spring garden in the fall by completing tasks such as weeding, testing soil, cleaning tools and taking a garden inventory will save time next year when it’s time to start the garden. (photo…
Wolcott 4-H'er Takes Part in "Big E" 4-H Dog Show Share October 12, 2023 By Allison Smith Burlington--Twelve-year-old Amalie Pratt recently returned home from the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Massachusetts, where she to…
New 4-H Year Means New Opportunities Share October 10, 2023 By Allison Smith October 1 marked the start of a new 4-H year, bringing new opportunities for both youths, ages 5-18, and for adult volunteers. Many 4-H clubs will enroll new me…
Workshop For Grain Growers To Be Held In Pawlet Share October 9, 2023 By Whitney Hull Farmers considering integrating corn, grain or soybean production into their farming operation are invited to attend a free workshop, November 8, at Wo…
Free Showcase Features Sessions on STEM Topics Share October 6, 2023 By Margaret Coan Burlington--Whether you want to design a robot to go for Olympic gold, dig into rain gardens or explore ways to make astronauts safe in space, STEM Sho…
Bedded Pack Barn Workshop Features Minnesota Expert Share October 6, 2023 By Whitney Hull Burlington--A Minnesota expert in dairy cattle production and herd health will present a free workshop on bedded pack barns for dairy and livestock…
Orange County 4-H'er Teamster Returns Home from Big E Share October 5, 2023 By Wendy Sorrell Burlington--A Chelsea 4-H teamster recently competed at the regional youth working steer show at Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, …