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show the image caption close caption Discussing agritourism safety at Howling Wolf Farm in Randolph, Vermont Free Online Sessions Explore Pandemic Protocols for Farms Share April 30, 2021 Burlington--A series of Zoom cafés are planned fo…
show the image caption close caption Members of the Austin Parcel Flood Plain Forest Restoration Collaboration were recognized for their floodplain restoration work with a Vermont Tree Steward Volunteer Group Award. Photo courtesy of the…
show the image caption close caption Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash Free Webinar Explores Soil Biodiversity Share May 4, 2021 By Master Gardener Burlington--Gardeners interested in learning what they can do to improve their soil are …
show the image caption close caption When planning a plant sale, organizers should adhere to safe practices guidelines for plant donations to ensure healthy plants and satisfied customers. (photo: Beret Halverson) Safe Practices for Plan…
Adding Flowers to Your Vegetable Garden Share May 6, 2021 By Master Gardener By Bonnie Kirn DonahueExtension Master GardenerUniversity of Vermont This season, consider incorporating flowers into your vegetable garden. Flowers can transfo…
show the image caption close caption By grazing their cows on pasture during the summer months, the Clevelands have seen significant savings in stored feed costs. (photo: Cheryl Cesario) Farm's Adaptability with Grazing Leads to Economic…
show the image caption close caption A number of culinary herbs and spices can be grown in a home garden and dried for use in Asian dishes. These include (left to right) lemongrass leaves, cumin seed, coriander seed, fenugreek seed and n…
show the image caption close caption Photo by Heather McKean on Unsplash Learn About Pollinators in Self-Paced Course Share May 12, 2021 By Beret Halverson Burlington--Put out the welcome mat for bees, butterflies and other pollinators t…
show the image caption close caption Photo by Joshua Brown Youth Can Explore Science This Summer Share May 13, 2021 By Lauren Traister The ever-popular Summer of Science series is back, offering kids a chance to delve into a number of sc…
show the image caption close caption Photo by Stefano Marinelli on Unsplash Grant Programs Aim to Improve Sustainable Agriculture Share May 14, 2021 By Debra Heleba Burlington--The Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education…
show the image caption close caption Invasive honeysuckles, among the first tree species to leaf out in the spring, can be identified by their smooth-edged, oval-shaped leaves located on opposite sides of the stem. (photo: Nadie VanZandt…
show the image caption close caption The Union Elementary School Playground Project in Montpelier was one of 11 projects recognized by the Vermont Public Places Awards program. It received an Honor Award, the highest recognition awarded.…
show the image caption close caption Pansies make a colorful and delicious addition to summer salads. (photo: Sarah Braun/Creative Commons) Edible Annuals to Refresh Your Landscape Share May 26, 2021 By Master Gardener By Andrea KnepperE…
show the image caption close caption The American highbush cranberry grows 8-12 feet tall and wide and has edible red berries that can be eaten fresh, added to baked goods or preserved as jam. (photo: David J. Stang/Creative Commons) Rem…
show the image caption close caption A pizza-themed garden, which includes tomatoes and other ingredients to make pizza, is a fun way to get kids interested in gardening. (photo: Kie-ker/Pixabay) Growing A Themed Garden Share June 1, 202…
show the image caption close caption Targeting the base of garden plants using a watering wand attached to a hose saves water and prevents fungal diseases. (photo: Lynn Ketchum/Oregon State University) Waterwise Vegetable Gardening Share…
show the image caption close caption Conceptual design for Dog River Park in Northfield, Vt. Dog River Park Recognized for Positive Public Uses Share June 3, 2021 By Gwen Kozlowski Burlington--Dog River Park in Northfield was among sever…
show the image caption close caption Popcorn can be harvested when the husks have started to dry, and the kernels are shiny and hard. (photo: Bonnie Kirn Donahue) Growing Popcorn Share June 8, 2021 By Extension Master Gardener Bonnie Kir…
UVM Extension Funded for Vaccine Education Share June 9, 2021 By Naomi Wolcott-MacCausland, Sarah Kleinman Burlington--A national immunization education program will help provide vaccine information and outreach to rural or medically und…
show the image caption close caption By Virginia Jaquish Rediscover the Outdoors at Family Camping Weekend Share June 10, 2021 By Allison Smith Groton--After a year's hiatus, due to the pandemic, the Outdoor Family Weekend (OFW) is back …