We are excited to share our 2023 Impact Report. We hope the rich photos will provide inspiration as you tend the soil at the start of this growing season. Thank you to all the volunteers and supporters as we continue to GROW TOGETHER! https://www.flipsnack.com/BDFEF5AA9F7/vermont-garden-network-2023-annual-impact-report/full-view.html
Observations on Flood Tolerant Food Crops
In a recent Instagram post, we reflected on our observations from our late summer gardens that survived the July flood, torrential downpours, extreme heat, and the accompanying pest and disease pressure that gardens are experiencing with a changing climate. As we walk through fields and gardens where VGN programs persevere despite the weather and pivot […]
Flood Resources 2.0
Here are the most helpful resources we’ve found to guide small-scale and commercial growers in the flood recovery process. Flood Resources webpage
In the Garden: Experimenting with Mulches
One way we are exploring themes of soil health, climate resiliency, and agroecology at the garden-scale is by experimenting with different mulching options for covering garden beds. We see organic farms all around us using extensive amounts of plastic mulch and we’ve wondered about the benefits at the garden scale. We are also concerned at […]
VGN announces a new collective garden!
We are kickstarting a second collective garden to increase access to fresh food and overcome barriers to growing food. An inaugural cohort of ten members will receive full scholarships to join the Starr Farm Collective Garden. Read about the garden features, program highlights, member expectations, and application process here.






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