Resource Guide: Vermont New Farmer Network Member Organization

Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL)

RAFFL is a non-profit organization increasing farm viability and food access in Southwestern Vermont.

Connect farms to customers: Annual Locally Grown Guide, Worksite Delivery, Farm Tours, supporting area Farmers Markets and local schools and institutions.

• Expand access to locally grown food: On-farm Gleaning projects and our Grow a Row project.

• Support Farm Expansion and New Farm Start-up: New Farmer Initiative and future Land-based Farm Incubator program.

• Develop Food System Infrastructure: The Green Mountain Food Hub will be a regional facility providing storage and processing solutions for farmers and specialty food producers.

New Farmer Networking and Community Building

RAFFL hosts mixers for new farmers to network and build a strong farming community. The blog “What’s Growin’ On”, keeps new farmers updated about learning opportunities across the state and provides a connection between farmers.

Training and Learning Opportunities

RAFFL hosts workshops addressing beginning farmer challenges. One-on-one consultation helps farmers troubleshoot, identify relevant resources and potential land options, and learn about potential market opportunities. In partnership with NOFA-VT, 2010 will begin our first Beginning Farmer Summer Workshop Series.

Last modified June 12 2012 08:03 AM