Project Overview
LNE03-187
Project Type: Research and Education
Funds awarded in 2003: $131,547.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/2005
Matching Federal Funds: $46,528.00
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $51,724.00
Grant Recipient:
Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont
Region: Northeast
State: Vermont
Project Leader:
Abbie Nelson
Northeast Organic Farming Association of VT
Annual Reports
Commodities
- Agronomic: oats, potatoes
- Fruits: melons, apples
- Vegetables: beans, beets, broccoli, cabbages, carrots, cauliflower, cucurbits, garlic, greens (leafy), parsnips, peas (culinary), peppers, sweet corn, tomatoes, turnips, brussel sprouts
- Additional Plants: herbs
- Animals: poultry
- Animal Products: dairy
Practices
- Education and Training: decision support system, demonstration, extension, farmer to farmer, focus group, mentoring, networking, study circle, technical assistance
- Farm Business Management: community-supported agriculture, cooperatives, marketing management, agricultural finance, market study, value added
- Sustainable Communities: new business opportunities, partnerships, public participation, community services, social capital, social networks, sustainability measures
Proposal abstract:
Performance targets from proposal:
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