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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).
August Forest Health Update
September 17, 2018
The August 2018 Forest Health Update had been released.
New Automatic Email Notification System Regarding EAB
September 15, 2018
An automatic email system has been established to send out notifications regarding the Emerald Ash Borer infestation in Vermont. Subscribe today to remain up-to-date.
2018 Vermont Outstanding Tree Farm Announced
September 6, 2018
The Vermont Woodlands Association and the Vermont Tree Farm Program are proud to announce the selection of Peter and Julie Parker of Granville as the recipients of the 2018 Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year Award.
Registration Opens for Vermont Backyard Woods Program: An Online Course for Landowners
September 6, 2018
Do you own less than 25 acres? Then you might be interested in the Vermont Backyard Woods Program.
July Forest Health Observation Report Available
August 14, 2018
Checkout July's Forest Health Observation from VT Dept. of Forests, Parks and Recreation.
EAB Detected In Bennington County
August 2, 2018
An emerald ash borer (EAB) beetle was captured on a purple detection trap in the town of Stamford, VT.
Love Wildlife? Sign Up for VT Coverts: Woodlands for Wildlife Training
July 24, 2018
Interested in wildlife? This training is for you!
Got Bears? Checkout these tips for living with bears
July 12, 2018
Bears in your backyard? Here are some tips from VT F&W's on enjoying them safely.