NOFA-VT’s membership has a long history of coming together in the face of challenges and creating solutions that have a national impact. Fifty years ago, when federal policy demanded farms “get big or get out,” Vermont farmers came together to chart a different path—laying the foundation for the thriving organic movement we know today. That same spirit of possibility is alive in our membership now, and NOFA-VT member meetings are one way for members to stay in touch with each other and advance our shared mission for a better food system. Let's create what's possible, together!
This summer and fall we're holding several in-person Member Organizing Meetings to take up key questions about what we can make possible together. (Our regular virtual meetings will be on pause for a bit to give more space for gathering in-person.)
If you’re interested in engaging more with NOFA-VT—and especially our work to organize and build people power—come join in!
Upcoming Meetings:
August Meeting | Tuesday 7/18, 7-8:15pm | Virtual | Farmers need support to keep migrant farmworkers as safe as possible. Farm Commons is an organization that provides legal workshops, timely resources, and a community for farmers, ranchers, and their service providers. They have a recorded two-part webinar series specifically for farmers: ICE on the Farm Part I and Part II. We'll explore these resources and practice together.
Fall Member Organizing Meetings
Orleans County | Wednesday, September 16, 12-2pm | Lowell, VT. NOFA-VT and long-time leader Anne Lazor invite you--and especially the dairy farmers in the area-- to gather to inform what a Vermont Farm and Food Bill could look like, what it would take, and meaningful change we can make along the way. You have a place at the table, and we need all of us. Come join in.
Rutland County | Wednesday, September 2 | More details coming soon!
If you'd like to host a meeting, contact [email protected].
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