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New Tool Helps Farms Access Agritourism Resources Share May 17, 2022 By Lisa Chase Burlington--University of Vermont Extension, in collaboration with the Vermont Fresh Network and Dig in Vermont, recently released a new regulatory naviga…
Students Show Appreciation for Trees Through Contest Share May 13, 2022 By Gwen Kozlowski Burlington--To help recognize the importance of trees, Grade K-8 students from throughout Vermont were invited to submit an original story and artw…
Planning a Cutting Garden Share May 12, 2022 By Deborah J. Benoit By Deborah J. Benoit Extension Master Gardener University of Vermont A cutting garden provides a home-grown source of material for fresh flower arrangements. It might focu…
4-H Teamsters Take Part in Draft Animal Day Share May 11, 2022 By Wendy Sorrell Woodstock--Several Vermont 4-H working steer members participated in the Draft Animal Day at Billings Farm and Museum on May 8. The day-long event was a comb…
show the image caption close caption Several Chittenden County 4-H club members took part in the county hippology contest, May 6, in Burlington. They were: Front row (left to right): Nora Kidder, Cambridge; Josephina Kasha-Hare, Milton; …
show the image caption close caption (photo: UVM Extension) Registration Open for Natural Resources Weekend Share May 10, 2022 By Lauren Traister Woodbury--Teens interested in exploring Vermont's natural resources and related career oppo…
show the image caption close caption Sam Schneski, Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation, took the official measurements of a 92' tall sycamore in Harmonyville, the biggest of its species in the state. A 97' tall black waln…
Gardening for Natural Dyes Share May 5, 2022 By Bonnie Kirn Donahue By Bonnie Kirn Donahue Extension Master Gardener University of Vermont Growing flowers, vegetables and berries for eating is fun and nourishing, but what about growing t…
Local Youths Display Talents at Regional 4-H Day Share May 4, 2022 By Molly McFaun Berlin--4-H'ers from three clubs took part in the Orange and Washington County Regional 4-H Day, April 30. The event was a showcase for the 4-H'ers to sha…
EAB Awareness Week Slated for May 22-28 Share April 28, 2022 By Ginger Nickerson Burlington--Vermont, along with the rest of the country, will recognize National Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week, May 22-28. The week is designed to draw a…
show the image caption close caption Potatoes should be dug by hand to prevent damage to sensitive potato skin, then carefully dusted off and stored in a cool, dark location with good airflow. (photo: Bonnie Kirn Donahue) Growing Potatoe…
show the image caption close caption University of Vermont Extension Master Gardeners will respond to questions on a range of home horticulture questions through the Master Gardener Helpline or online form on the website. (photo courtesy…
Things First-Time Gardeners Need to Know Share April 26, 2022 By Deborah J. Benoit By Deborah J. Benoit Extension Master Gardener University of Vermont Do you want to enjoy fresh, home-grown veggies this summer? Perhaps you'd like to ado…
4-H'ers Display Their Talents at Regional 4-H Day Share April 22, 2022 By Lindy Birch Irasburg--The annual Northeast Regional 4-H Spring Showcase, April 16, in Irasburg provided a platform for area 4-H'ers to share what they've learned i…
show the image caption close caption Mosses will grow in all soil types and light conditions and once established in the landscape will require minimum maintenance. (photo: Nadie VanZandt) Embracing Moss Share April 22, 2022 By Nadie Van…
4-H State Day to Showcase Outstanding Youth Talent Share April 22, 2022 By Allison Smith Barre--Talented 4-H'ers from all corners of Vermont will gather in Barre on May 7 for 4-H State Day. Through action exhibits, tabletop displays, sta…
Turkey Calling Contest Held in Castleton Share April 21, 2022 By Holly Ferris Castleton--After a two-year hiatus, the annual Bart Jacob Memorial Youth Turkey Calling Contest was back this year, attracting 18 participants from Vermont. Th…
Course Covers Management of Parasites in Goats and Sheep Share April 15, 2022 By Kelsie Meehan Burlington--Understanding how to manage internal parasites of goats and sheep will help prevent health issues, including those of the animal's…
Robotics Teams Qualify for World Tournament Share April 14, 2022 By Liz Kenton Burlington--Students from four Vermont schools have qualified for the 2022 FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship in Houston, Texas, April 20-23. Fourteen te…
show the image caption close caption Members of the Whispering Pines 4-H Club in Westford demonstrated out to make a cork hot mat with their action exhibit, Corky Creations, at the Northwest Regional 4-H Day, April 9, in Essex Junction. …