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Seven Days Article on Doug Davis
The Burlington School District's food service program is a national model for incorporating local food into school meals - while being financially self-sufficient and accessible to all students. Read More
Shipping Food by Wind-Powered Barge: A Low-Carbon Option
A Ferrisburgh farmer is building a wind-powered vessel to transport Vermont food products to New York City consumers. Read More
Maple Syrup Tourism: Part Nostalgia, Part Technology
Maple syrup production utilizes new technologies to improve efficiency, while catering to tourists looking for a nostalgic experience. Read More
Agriculture Majors Confident About Future
Agriculture science is increasingly popular among college students who see a broader choice of careers. Read More
Intervale Center Farms Program Accepting Applications for 2014
The Intervale Center is accepting applications for the Farms Program in 2014, due May 31, 2013. Read More
Green Mountain Coffee Strengthens Vermont's Food System
GMCR commits $340,000 to 12 nonprofits working on Vermont's food system. Read More
City Market Welcomes New Leadership
Clem Nilan will be replaced as General Manager by Pat Burns, formerly the Coop's Director of Operations. Read More
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Vermont Capacity Building Grant
This multi-year grant is for a Vermont-based statewide non-profit that furthers social justice, protects the environment, and/or supports family farms and local food systems. Read More
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New Food Safety Website
The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition has a new food safety website - use it to learn about the new proposed food safety rules, how to comment, and how the proposed rules will affect you. Read More
New Technology for an Old Craft
Solar Sweet Maple House utilizes the latest in efficient technology - and the space on the roof to make solar electricity. Read More
"Cultivating Gratitude" at Littlewood Farm
As farmers gain "rock-star" status around the country, farmer Joey Klein talks about the labor involved. Read More
Food System Jobs

Here are the latest F2P Network Member job openings