Browse by Topic: Planning

A still-relevant summary from 2015 of the observed past and projected future climate changes in the region that are relevant to wildlife and ecosystems.

A summary of the effects of climate change on agriculture, agriculture's role, and mitigation; it describes pathways to mitigate climate change, while simultaneously building resilient systems to help farmers and ranchers adapt to unpredictable climate disruptions.

A platform for visualizing climate and weather forecast models, with three main categories of Weather Forecasts, Climate Charts, and Research Tools.

Making the connection between climate and financial risk at scale for financial institutions, companies, and governments.

An online toolkit is designed to help farmers from the Northeast US improve their productivity and resiliency in the face of a changing climate by using decision support tools for growing degree days, water deficits, and planting schedules.

Using this workbook, producers can expect to have a better understanding of vulnerable areas to climate change and strategies to mitigate those risks on their farm; it includes worksheets to aid in assessment, selection, and implementation of strategies.

A one-pager summarizing climate related hazards and vulnerabilities in northeast agriculture, key adaptation and mitigation strategies, and regional priorities.

A case study of Clovercrest Farm, a small-scale dairy farm in Charleston, Maine, including the impacts of climate change on the farm and their adaptation strategies. Clovercrest Farm is pasture-based and milks 95 Jersey cattle on 250 acres.

The Vermont Climate Assessment (VCA) of 2014 paints a vivid picture of a changing climate in Vermont and calls for immediate strategic planning to sustain the social, economic and environmental fabric of the state.

Tools to explore cover crops in the Northeast, select species, calculate nitrogen credits, and more. Cover crop selector tool gives recommendations based on your specific site and soil conditions. Website also includes further cover crop resources.

This calculator aids farmers with decision support regarding cover crop residue persistence, as well as the amount and timing of nitrogen availability.

CPP National Programs provide science-based information, genetic resources, and technologies to improve crop productivity, sustainability, and protection from plant diseases and pests.

This book helps growers and advisors manage crop rotations to improve soil health, control pests, and build profitable farms that support farm families.

A peer reviewed research paper from 2015 on changes in crop species diversity by US region between 1978-2012.

Explores how changing weather patterns affect U.S. agriculture and how farmers can assess climate risks and adopt practices that improve resilience while meeting sustainability goals.

This tool helps dairy producers think through the environmental impacts and business implications when considering implementation of different climate smart practices. Also, highlights different funding avenues for listed practices!

A concise article on the benefits of spreading your risk over more than one enterprise.

The goals of this publication are to present the principles behind drip irrigation and some practical guidelines for successful and profitable use of drip irrigation.

Learn about small-scale manure digesters, including current research, technologies, costs, benefits, and funding opportunities through the REAP program.

This checklist helps employers identify their job-related risk factors for heat exposure, assess their preparedness, determine where challenges exist, and develop effective ways to control their heat-related risk and make their workplaces safer.

All farms need a plan for managing energy - these 'best practice' guides help farm businesses understand the opportunities they have to implement various energy management strategies on the farm. This improves resiliency and reduces emissions for farms of any scale.

A UMass study evaluates climate change impacts on Connecticut River Basin biology and reservoirs, producing hydrology models, future climate scenarios, and optimization tools.

A template for creating a farm emergency plan. Includes emergency contact info, farm maps, animal census, biosecurity assessment, generator information, and overall emergency plan.

A free, confidential Vermont service helping farmers and families manage stress and challenges, with referrals to counselors, resources, and agricultural support programs.