Join us for a pasture walk at Becky Kinkead's Icelandic horse farm where she grazes her horses on a paddock paradise system to benefit the land and horses.

Bruce and Carol of Bobolink Farm will walk through their new covered barnyard for sheep and more.

Spring is fast approaching, which means it is time for our Annual Meeting - Spend the morning with your fellow Grass Farmers. We'll have an excellent meal and a great conversation!

This farmer-centered event brings together farmers and service providers to explore practical ways haylands and pastures can support grassland birds, pollinators, and soil and water quality.

Join us for a day of learning with Russ Wilson as he shares the practical details of establishing and managing deep-rooted prairie, crop, and cool-season pasture systems. Hosted by Larson & SVT Farms in Wells, Vermont.

Join us for a day of learning with Russ Wilson as he shares the practical details of establishing and managing deep-rooted prairie, crop, and cool-season pasture systems. Hosted by Does’ Leap Farm in East Fairfield, Vermont.

UVM leadership will share their vision for the Miller Farm, followed by an on-the-ground look at current research and farm data. We’ll also hear about the testing services offered by UVM’s new soils lab and how farmers can use these tools to inform grazing and nutrient management.

A pasture walk at Green Mountain Girls Farm in Northfield, VT. We will engage in a field-based conversation focused on caring for forbes, building diverse pastures, and exploring silvopasture opportunities.

POSTPONED until futher notice!

Join UVM Extension's Champlain Valley Crop, Soil & Pasture Team and the Center for Sustainable Agriculture for a pasture walk on rotationally grazing horses at Becky Kinkead’s farm in Cornwall, VT.

Milkhouse Farm: Monmouth, Maine

Dr. Patraig French will highlight key success factors in Irish dairy—pasture use, labor efficiency, and seasonal calving—and how U.S. farmers can apply these techniques to boost profitability with grass-based systems.

Harrison’s Homegrown Dairy: Addison, Vermont

Dr. Patraig French will highlight key success factors in Irish dairy—pasture use, labor efficiency, and seasonal calving—and how U.S. farmers can apply these techniques to boost profitability with grass-based systems.

Brooks Edge Farm: Rock Stream, New York

Dr. Patraig French will highlight key success factors in Irish dairy—pasture use, labor efficiency, and seasonal calving—and how U.S. farmers can apply these techniques to boost profitability with grass-based systems.

This field day at Miller Farm will focus on strategies for producing top-quality forages—both in the field and in storage—and how shifting climate patterns are affecting plant dormancy. We’ll also cover grazing management in organic dairy systems, cutting height and its impact on yield and quality, soil fertility practices, and recent forage trial results from UVM Extension.

Join us for a pasture walk at Northwind Farm to learn about how this organic dairy is using data-driven decisions around milk production and feed costs, innovative infrastructure like compost-pack spreading and dirty water irrigation, and the transformation of steep terrain into productive pasture.

Come walk the pastures of Sheep Meadow Farm to learn about bale grazing and the steps that follow!

This workshop for farmers will cover the components of livestock water systems

This workshop for farmers will cover the components of a power fence system

Join us at Lucas Cattle Co. in Orwell, VT for a field walk and refresher training on pasture plant ID. Learn the tips and tricks for identifying cool-season perennial grasses, legumes, and various forbs.

Join us on Friday, March 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

At the American Legion in Vergennes, VT.

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Cheryl Cesario and Sarah Flack will assist farmers with new grazing plan template.

Kurt Cotanch will make the March 6th event relevant for forage-focused beef producers.

Join us to hear the results of our two-year study on the sensory quality of grassfed beef!

Roy Desrochers, Sensory Specialist and leader of UVM's sensory team, will present findings from the multiple sensory profiling panels conducted, highlighting the unique flavor profiles of grassfed beef. You’ll gain insight into descriptive terminology and consumer acceptance specific to grassfed beef. You will also have the opportunity to share your thoughts on what future work can be undertaken to expand the markets and improve the viability of grassfed cattle production in Vermont.

We welcome Joe Regenstein to share his breadth of knowledge about the halal value chain in the Northeast. 

Walk the pastures of Kiss the Cow with Carissa Stein and Thomas Griggs.

A deep dive with Christine Jones and regional farmers and experts. Together we will root Christine’s work into a New England farming context.

Monday, June 10 - Shelburne, VT

Participants must have attended at least one of the previous events with Christine Jones. A ticketing link will be sent to registered ticket holders.

This is a unique opportunity to spend a day with Christine Jones and get deep into understanding how the soil really works.

Saturday, June 8th - Johnsonville, NY

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This is a unique opportunity to spend a day with Christine Jones and get deep into understanding how the soil really works.

Thursday, June 6th - Freeport, ME

Tickets on Sale! Space is limited.

This is a unique opportunity to spend a day with Christine Jones and get deep into understanding how the soil really works.

Tuesday, June 4th - Conn. River Valley, VT

Tickets on Sale! Space is limited.