Otter Creek NRCD

10/13/2026

Because the people who spend their lives showing up for Vermont agriculture deserve to have someone show up for them.

Every day, Vermont agriculture is strengthened by people who show up, lend a hand, speak up, lead, and serve.

Do you know a Vermont Farm Bureau member whose dedication deserves to be recognized?

Nominate them for a 2026 VTFB Award!

Whether they are a farmer, neighbor, advocate, young leader, or longtime supporter of Vermont agriculture, your nomination can help celebrate the difference they make.

Nominations are due October 14th.

Don’t worry about having the perfect words or a completed nomination. Vermont Farm Bureau staff can help you fast-track the process.

Have someone in mind? Reach out to Amanda Ryan today to get started.
[email protected]

Nominate a fellow Farm Bureau member and help us recognize the people who make Vermont agriculture stronger.

10/13/2026

Do you want to learn more about how to recognize wetlands, especially on agricultural land?
Do you want to better understand the rather muddy (pun intended) rules around wetlands on farmland?
Do you want to better help your farms navigate the wet spots, and understand what is just a wet spot and what is a jurisdictional wetland?

RNRCD and PMNRCD are hosting a workshop with Zapata Courage, VT DEC Wetlands District Ecologist, on October 21 from 10am-12pm in Danby, VT (exact location and directions will be sent out to those who RSVP).

The workshop is free and welcome to all who wish to learn about wetlands! Feel free to share with farmers, landowners, and other partners you think may be interested! This will be part one in a two part series, part two will be an online webinar this winter for the folks busy in the field this time of year.

RSVP: https://forms.gle/UM4PwbNrY5M7FtHy6
or email [email protected] with any questions!

10/13/2026

Submissions for Current Use applications, Forest Management Plans, and Agricultural Certifications have transitioned from eCuse to myVTax. Maintenance of eCuse ended on July 1, 2026.

10/13/2026

Up to $50,000 for Farmer-Led Projects. $1M Available.
The Call for 2027 Northeast SARE Farmer Grants is now available. Approximately $1M has been allocated to fund projects for this grant cycle. Awards of up to $50,000 are available, depending on the complexity of a project. Proposals are due no later than 4:00 p.m. ET on December 8, 2026.

Northeast SARE Farmer Grants provide the resources farmers need to explore new concepts agriculture conducted through experiments, surveys, prototypes, on-farm demonstrations or other research and education techniques. Projects address issues that affect farming with long-term practical impacts in mind.

Farmer Grants are designed to be a strong starting point for farmers interested in pursuing grant funding for projects. Before starting their proposals, potential candidates identify a Technical Advisor who can provide non-farming expertise in areas such as research design, troubleshooting, and promotion. The Technical Advisor acts as a go-to support person throughout the grant project, making it easier on first time grantees and forging new relationships in agricultural communities across the Northeast.

Otter Creek NRCD & VACD can support you with a Technical Advisor if you have a project in mind on your farm! Please reach out to us with questions.

https://www.sare.org/wp-content/uploads/Northeast-SARE-Farmer-Grant-Call-for-Proposals.pdf

10/05/2026

A diverse group of food and farm organizations are hosting a Gubernatorial Forum on Food and Agriculture, and you can help ensure that it serves its purpose. Can you share what you'd ask the candidates? What do you want to know about the candidates' plans to support Vermont's farmers and food security?

Send in your questions to candidates for governor here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_LPopk9GllXmr0uVK7yTNgLtAB44NuCvRzY8Oxw5RLlvxZA/viewform

Please share as many questions as you like by October 9. The forum co-hosts will look for common themes to choose or develop questions that represent what our communities want to hear addressed. Amy Finley is moderating, and the forum will be entirely nonpartisan and will comply with IRS rules and limitations for 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations.

A diverse group of food and farm organizations are hosting a Gubernatorial Forum on Food and Agriculture, and you can help ensure that it serves its purpose. Can you share what you'd ask the candidates? What do you want to know about the candidates' plans to support Vermont's farmers and food securi...

09/28/2026

Addison County Farm Bureau asked us to spread the word about their annual meeting- all are welcome, details below.

Annual Meeting October 12th, 5:30pm.
85 S. Maple St., Vergennes. Please RSVP by 10/5/26: contact your field representative [email protected] or call the office at 802-434-5646. There will be a hearty dinner ($20/plate) and time for candidate discussion and Q&A, along with a business meeting/policy discussion. The Addison County Farm Bureau is comprised of Addison County farmers and community members.

08/27/2026

Corn Harvest Preparation and Timing Event

This year, we'll be joined by Tom Eaton, who will discuss corn moisture content, harvest timing, and feed quality. We'll also
welcome John Buzeman from United Ag and Turf, who will demonstrate the John Deere HarvestLab — an NIR (near-infrared)
technology that provides real-time ingredient measurements, accurate yield and ingredient documentation, and automated site-specific data collection.

Bring your most mature corn samples and come ready to share what you're seeing in your fields! This is a great opportunity
to compare observations, discuss harvest conditions, and learn from fellow farmers and specialists as we head into harvest.
We hope to see you there!

To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please call or email Karen Gallott at 802-656-7540 or [email protected] as soon as possible, so we may assist you.
D/T: Monday September 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
L: 44°03'00.5"N 73°13'43.4"W,
Near the intersection of Weybridge Rd and Prunier Rd, Weybridge VT

08/27/2026

08/24/2026

Check out this event in Bristol hosted by Addison County Riverwatch!

Details:
River Party!
Saturday, September 12th, 12-3pm
Sycamore Park, 3 mi S of Bristol Village
Join Addison County River Watch Collaborative for an afternoon of family-friendly fun celebrating the New Haven River on September 12th at Sycamore Park in Bristol from 12-3!
We’ll have local music, free food, educational activities about the river and park, and a raffle. We’ll be joined by our awesome community partners including Audubon VT, the Bristol Rec Department, the Bristol Conservation Commission, and more. Come hang out, dabble in the river, learn about our watersheds, enjoy some music, and celebrate our beloved New Haven River!

07/22/2026

Mortality Composting Workshop
Thursday, August 13 2026
1:00 - 3:00 PM
MAPLE WIND FARM
1149 East Main Street, Richmond VT

Join UVM Extension's Center for Sustainable Agriculture at Maple Wind Farm for a workshop with Jean Bonhotal, Director of the Cornell Waste Management Institute.

Learn how to improve on-farm mortality management through composting to create better compost product, secure fertility, protect water quality, reduce fly pests, and reduce predation and nuisance wildlife issues.

Topics include:

• Best management practices for mortality compost piles
• Benefits of lactobacillus in the composting process
• Practical tips and answers to your composting questions

If you are a large dairy or a small sheep farm this workshop is for YOU. Also we will have special information for those who do on-farm slaughter and processing for poultry and ruminants.

This workshop is made possible by Vermont Agency of Agriculture and UVM Extension