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USDA APHIS is seeking comment on proposed federal deregulation of emerald ash borer (EAB).
November 14, 2018
USDA APHIS is proposing to remove the domestic quarantine regulations for the emerald ash borer (EAB).
September Forest Health Observation Report Available
October 17, 2018
Checkout the forest health observation report for September.
EAB Detected in Grand Isle County
October 11, 2018
USDA APHIS confirmed insects collected from ash trees in South Hero, VT are larvae of the emerald ash borer.
Governor Phil Scott Announces New Vermont Outdoor Recreation Communities Grant Program
October 11, 2018
A new grant program is available to help Vermont communities use outdoor recreation opportunities to grow their local economies.
Working Lands Business Grants Request for Applications Announced
October 9, 2018
Vermont Entrepreneurs May Begin the RFA Process on October 1.
NRCS Announces EQUIP Funding Available
September 28, 2018
NRCS funding is available to assist landowners in improving soil and water health and protecting forestry and wildlife habitat- sign up by Oct 19th.
FPR Announces Grants Available for Outdoor Recreation Projects
September 28, 2018
Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation Announces Grants Available for Outdoor Recreation Projects
Vermont Woodworking School Tour for Landowners
September 27, 2018
October 14th, Fairfax, VT, 2pm. (More details TBA)
Current Use Program 2019 Annual Certification for Agricultural Land and Farm Buildings
September 27, 2018
Annually by November 1, owners of enrolled agricultural land and/or farm buildings must certify that their agricultural land and farm buildings continue to meet the requirements for Current Use Program enrollment.
NRCS Announces October 19 EQIP Signup Deadline for 2019 Funding
September 27, 2018
Assistance will help farmers improve soil and water health and protect forestry and wildlife habitat. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced that farmers are encouraged to apply by October 19, 2018, to receive assistance through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).