NOFA-VT

There are just a few spots remaining for the Regional Agroforestry Transformation gathering happening on June 23-24!

Registration closes on Wednesday, June 17, or when the last few spots fill, so be sure to reserve your spot TODAY!

Held at innovative farms in western Massachusetts, including Yellowbud Farm, Meadowfed Lamb, Preservation Orchard, Big River Chestnuts, & Carr's Ciderhouse, this event brings together experienced farmers and practitioners for farm tours, collaborative working sessions, and conversations about strengthening capacity for agroforestry systems.

Through hands-on learning and connection, participants will explore how tree crops can support resilient farms, healthy ecosystems, and a more vibrant regional food system.

We're also thrilled to share that Elspeth Hay, author of "Feed Us with Trees," will be in conversation with Russell Wallack of Breadtree Farms as part of Wednesday's keynote address!

Attendees are welcome to join us on Tuesday, Wednesday, or both! Learn more and reserve your spot at the link below:

https://www.nofavt.org/events/cultivating-farmer-led-regional-agroforestry-transformation

The 2026 legislative session is a wrap, and we're celebrating some meaningful wins for Vermont farmers, local food systems, and food access.

After consecutive years of devastating extreme weather events, we passed the Farm & Forestry Operations Security Special Fund (formerly known as the Farm Security Fund), creating a framework to support farmers facing climate-related disasters. This is a key step to ensuring our farms can continue producing the food we need as farmers around the globe stand on the front lines of the climate crisis.

The legislature also allocated $350,000 in state funding for Farm Share, Crop Cash, and Crop Cash Plus, helping ensure these vital food access programs can continue serving Vermonters, supporting local farms, and investing federal SNAP spending in our local economies.

These victories didn't happen by accident. Farmers, shoppers, NOFA-VT members, coalition partners, and advocates across the state testified, contacted legislators, submitted comments, and showed up when it mattered most.

As we reflect on this session's wins, losses, and everything in between, we're reminded that good policy depends on the people most impacted having a seat at the table.

There is still work ahead—including securing meaningful state funding for the Farm Security Fund—but these wins demonstrate what's possible when people directly affected by policy have real opportunities to shape it.

Visit our blog at the link below for a full legislative recap, with updates on other food and farm policy issues we engaged in this session, including the paraquat ban, municipal regulation of agriculture, Act 181, protecting seed sovereignty, and community safety legislation.

https://www.nofavt.org/about/blog/2026-legislative-recap

🌞 Saturday Morning Starts at the Capital City Farmers Market!

Join us this Saturday, June 13, in Montpelier for another fantastic market day featuring 47 local vendors and all the best flavors of early summer.

The greenery is poppin’, and our farmers are bringing an incredible selection of fresh summer produce—along with locally raised meats, artisan foods, baked goods, coffee, gifts, handcrafted items, and so much more.

Whether you're shopping for the week, looking for a unique gift, or simply enjoying a morning downtown, there's something here for everyone.

Come hungry! You'll find plenty of ready-to-eat food options, pastries, coffee, and treats to enjoy while you browse.

We're also excited to welcome live music from Auriant, providing the perfect soundtrack for your Saturday market stroll.

This week's community organizations include:

🐶The Mitzvah Fund
🌊NBNC Marine Ecology Students
🥳Clubhouse Commons

One of the things that makes the Capital City Farmers Market special is the mix of local farmers and makers. Every purchase supports Vermont growers, producers, artists, and small businesses while helping build a stronger local economy and community.

Rain or shine, we'll be here.

📍 133 State Street, Montpelier
🕘 Saturday, June 13 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Bring a friend, bring a neighbor, and come celebrate the abundance of a Vermont summer.

We accept Credit, Debit and EBT- with matching Crop Cash available!