The New Farmer Project brings together information and resources from Extension and the broader Vermont Agriculture community to assist new farmers in creating successful agricultural businesses. There are many resources available to farmers in Vermont, but finding the right information at the right time can be challenge for new farmers. By collaborating with UVM Extension specialist and partners in the non-profit and government organizations serving farmers, we put our efforts into gathering the information most applicable to new farmers and bringing it to this site. Our goal is to help streamline your access to services and information relevant to your farming situation.
Staff
Mary Peabody
Mary Peabody divides her time between UVM Extension and the Northeast Regional Center for Rural Development. She has worked in agriculture and community development since 1988 working on business development; feasibility studies; diversification and small farm profitability. She has developed many workshops and courses for small-scale farmers and offers several classes online each year. Her research interests include the sustainability of rural communities, sustainable development and issues pertaining to social and economic justice for women. Her passions include growing things—both plants and animals, learning new skills, traveling, and teaching.
Contact Mary:
UVM Extension/WAgN
327 US Route 301, Barre, VT 05602
mary.peabody@uvm.edu
Beth Holtzman
Beth Holtzman is outreach education coordinator for the New Farmer Project and for the Women's Agricultural Network. She has been conducting sustainable agriculture outreach and education since 1992 for a variety of nonprofit organizations. Her background includes public relations, marketing and and organizing events. When she's not working for WAgN, Beth can often be found outdoors with her family -- skis or snowshoes in the winter, or hiking, biking or in riding in the summer.
Contact Beth:
UVM Extension
327 US Route 301, Barre, VT 05602
802-476-2003
beth.holtzman@uvm.edu