The latest happenings from the UVM College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
A publication redefining regenerative agriculture through an anti-colonial lens has been published in Agriculture and Human Values, authored by Bryony Sands, Mario Machado and Rachelle Gould (UVM CALS and RSENR), Alissa White (American Farmland Trust), and Egle Zent (Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research). The publication is entitled, Moving towards an anti-colonial definition for regenerative agriculture. Continue reading “Publication Redefines Regenerative Agriculture”
A podcast supported by UVM Extension and the Vermont Vegetable & Berry Growers Association, called The Farmer’s Share, is a podcast about farmers sharing their stories on how they got growing, and how they are running their businesses for success and sustainability. Continue reading “Farmer’s Share Podcast Goes Behind the Scenes”
Community Development and Applied Economics (CDAE) doctoral student Juliana Neira, a student in Sustainable Development Policy Economics, and Governance, and Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources doctoral student Nina Smolyar, spoke at the United Nation’s Interactive Dialogue on Harmony with Nature on April 24, 2023, commemorating Earth Day. Continue reading “CDAE & Rubenstein School Grad Students Speak at United Nations”
Community Development and Applied Economics Adjunct Lecturer Patrick Brown recently received a Resolution of Appreciation from the Vermont State Board of Education. In the resolution, he was recognized and commended for his service and commitment to the State of Vermont as he concluded his time on the board. Continue reading “Patrick Brown Recipient of Education & Faculty Advisor Awards”
The roots of agroecology at the University of Vermont (UVM) were set over a decade ago. Since then, agroecology has grown and flourished. With todays launch of a new Institute, agroecology has come into full bloom at UVM, marking a new cycle of research, learning and action aimed at creating more just and sustainable food systems. Continue reading “Agroecology Blooms in VT: The UVM Institute for Agroecology”