As American farmers struggle to hold onto their livelihoods, farmers from socially disadvantaged groups face an even longer list of barriers including African-American, Latinx, Native American, women, immigrants, and LGBTQ+. Accessibility to land is the greatest barrier for new farmers’ … Continue reading
Forty-one New England farmers were recently awarded grants through American Farmland Trust’s (AFT) New England Farmer Microgrants Program. The funding could not have come at a more critical time for farmers as they struggle with a changing marketplace, labor issues … Continue reading
The agricultural community recently lost a pioneer, mentor, and champion for New England farmers and sustainable agriculture. From farmer training, to raising awareness about the challenges faced by beginning farmers, to advocating on several farm bills, Judy Gillan’s influence lives … Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) began accepting applications through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) this week for direct aid payments to agricultural producers affected by price declines and additional marketing costs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. CFAP will … Continue reading
Are you a farmer or farmland owner in New England who has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic? You can receive FREE, in-depth technical assistance to access farmland, draft leases and other tenure agreements, improve landowner relations, or plan for … Continue reading
Every farmer’s story of getting securely on farmland is different. For this female farmer, her journey has been 10 years in the making. In January 2020, Andal Sundaramurthy signed a lease-to-own agreement on a 3-acre field in Wilmot, New Hampshire … Continue reading
We, along with other members of the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), are reaching out to farmers and advocates like you to join an important Take Action initiative to demand of USDA that no farmer be left behind. Relief efforts should be extended to all farmers in need, … Continue reading
#GivingTuesdayNow is a global day of giving and unity, set to take place on May 5, 2020 as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The day is designed to drive an influx of generosity, … Continue reading
We always enjoy getting news of former advisees and are grateful to Vermont Natural Resources Council (VRNC) for sharing this hopeful interview with Julie Wolcott. Reprinted with permission. Julie Wolcott farms organically on Green Wind Farm with her partner Stephen MacCausland … Continue reading
Update: Rhode Island Monthly is releasing updates on the farmers who participated in this event showing how they’re managing amid COVID-19. Released updates include news from Walrus & Carpenter Oysters, Gnarly Vines, Deep Roots Farm, Brandon Family Farm and Narragansett Food Sovereignty … Continue reading
