Ensuring a high quality and healthy harvest requires education and planning. UVM Extension supports farmers through research, workshops and in-person assistance in the areas of forage, pasture and grazing; hay and haylage; corn silage and grain; hops; soil and nutrient management; and more.
Related Programs
- Agronomy & Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP): Providing technical assistance to animal agriculture operations in three distinct regions of the Lake Champlain watershed.
- Pasture Program at the Center for Sustainable Agriculture: Offers practical guidance, various forms of technical assistance, education, and outreach to farmers. Provides downloadable factsheets on grazing, watering systems, pasture improvement tools, etc.
- Vermont Pasture Network: Works cooperatively with farmers, other state and regional organizations, and agency personnel to promote and enhance successful grass-based livestock production throughout Vermont.
Home Horticulture
Looking for information on your home yard or garden? UVM Extension Master Gardener
Soil Testing
Soil and manure testing is available through UVM's Agricultural and Environmental Testing Lab.
Nutrient Management Planning
New tool developed by the NW Crops and Soils Program: goCrop.
