VFN Members Can Now Join VBSR Marketplace
July 10, 2017 The Vermont Fresh Network is running a pilot program in partnership with the VBSR Marketplace - and we’re inviting all VFN Members to participate.
Sugar Mountain Farm's Whole Hog Philosophy
June 28, 2017 Meet Walter Jeffries, farmer - and now butcher - at Sugar Mountain Farm in West Topsham.
Chef Gardens - Growing for the Kitchen
June 28, 2017 VFN member chefs and restaurant staff have an appreciation for - and often an obsession with - fresh, local, unique ingredients. Vermont farmers provide the bulk of their needs, but a natural curiosity drives many chefs to the garden as well.
Whiskey - a Forgotten Farm Product
June 14, 2017 If you are looking to visit Hooker Mountain Farm Distillery, don’t look for an industrial complex or warehouse – instead, keep your eyes peeled for the (possibly pants-less) 5-year-old running down the farm road to greet you.
The Farm to Fork Experience - Sandiwood Farm
June 14, 2017 29 years ago Bob and Sara were married on the land that is now Sandiwood Farm. Boasting incredible 360 views, breathtaking sunsets and beautiful moonrises they knew this was the place they would build their home-farm and raise their family.
Meet New VFN Member Fat Sheep Farm & Cabins!
May 24, 2017 Introducing new member Fat Sheep Farm and Cabins! Todd Heyman and Suzy Kaplan manage a diversified farm featuring brand new visitor rental cabins in Windsor, Vermont. We caught up with them last week for a little Q&A about who they are and what they do.
Vermont Fresh Network Names New Executive Director
May 24, 2017 We are excited to welcome our new Executive Director to the VFN team!
Member Spotlight - Susanna's Catering
May 24, 2017 Susanna Keefer runs Susanna's Catering in Morrisville, but you might be familiar with her culinary flair from her wildly popular Mama Hoo-Ra dip available in specialty groceries and markets across the state. Recently, along with preparing for a busy catering season, Susanna has been awarded a Vermont Business Magazine 2017...
The Network is Hiring! Find your next career with one of our members.
May 23, 2017 Do you love local food? Are you looking for a job in the Vermont food system? Our members are hiring!
Hot Topics - Wild Ramps
May 10, 2017 Last Monday brought lively discourse to the meeting room at Hotel Vermont where Vermont chefs, farmers, distributors and wildcrafters gathered for a roundtable discussion about ramps – Vermont’s favorite spring harvest. Debate was sparked when VFN Chef Doug Paine posted on Facebook that he was taking a year off from...
