March 2021

When we moved to VT in 1995 we knew a little about how the maple season works. For those who don’t, when the daytime temperatures rise above freezing and the nighttime temperatures fall below freezing, this gives the sign to the trees to begin the work preparing for the upcoming spring. Sap is pumped up to the upper branches, and...

Women's involvement in agriculture is a tale as old as time and while the representation of women farmers in the United States has been historically limited, women have been operating farms, excelling in positions of leadership, managing businesses as partners and also humbly working behind the scenes to ensure that their families and livelihoods are supported and successful. Women's labor...

"A year ago, I could only dream of this abused land, that I now have the honor of having stewardship over, would provide back. What I mean to say is take care of the land and it will take care of you. I'm so grateful for all the love and support I've received to make this dream possible..." -- Peter Mustin of Wood Bridge...

The winner of this month's giveaway will receive two garden planning books! The New Seed-Starters Handbook by Nancy Bubel and Jean Nick For the most complete, up-to-date information on starting plants from seed, turn to The New Seed-Starter’s Handbook. Written by a gardener with 30 years of experience, this updated, easy-to-use reference explains everything you need to know to start...