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Curious what Paddock Paradise looks like in practice? 🐴

On Thursday, June 4, UVM Extension and the Vermont Grass Farmers Association held a workshop at Becky Kinkead's farm in Cornwall. There, her Icelandic horses enjoy the 3Fs: Friends. Forage. Freedom.

Led by Dr. Katherine Goldberg of Cornell University and Extension Grazing and Livestock Specialists, the workshop explored species-appropriate husbandry for horses, sustainable pasture practices, and how the Paddock Paradise track system can facilitate both.

Becky Kinkead received assistance setting up her Paddock Paradise from UVM Extension’s Center for Sustainable Agriculture.

“It was incredibly helpful to have someone you could reach out to anytime with questions," she said.

To learn more, read the full story from the link in bio.

The Vermont Assessment of Assets, Angles, and Need (VAAAN) aims to increase connection and collaboration across Vermont!

Slide through to learn more and, to read the full story, follow the link below!

The Vermont Assessment of Assets, Angles and Need (VAAAN) The Vermont Assessment of Assets, Angles and Need (VAAAN) Every human has basic societal needs in order to thrive. Things like a place to live, something to eat, a way to get around.And there are plenty of nonprofit organizations, government agencies and community groups in Vermont working on increa...

UVM is hosting the 2026 Just Transformations in Food Systems and Cultures annual meeting!

Presenters from across the world are gathered over 3 days (June 7-10) to discuss transformations and processes related to sustainability, equity, sovereignty, ecological care, and other forms of transformative action in the realm of food systems.

Participants share their areas of expertise, while scholars, farmers, community organizers, and students are welcome to attend or view limited virtual sessions.

Visit the link to learn more and see the program: https://bit.ly/49MSmCY

Have you heard about the invasive Emerald Ash Borer beetle?

May 17–23 has been named National Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week to spread awareness and encourage Vermonters to share information. Learn more about what to look out for and how to share information with fellow Vermonters from the link in bio.

As you reach for the mulch, a word of caution: beware of the mulch volcano! 🌋

This common mistake happens when mulch is piled high onto the tree’s trunk. Instead of volcano, think donut!

Read more from our Master Gardener weekly feature at the link in our bio

The UVM Dairy Challenge Club brought home two first-place finishes at the National Dairy Challenge! 🏆

At the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, this marked a major accomplishment for UVM.

Shoutout to Mackenna Weaver and Gabriela Galvez, who placed first in their divisions!
Team members included: Katie Nelson, Skyy Worster, Mackenna Weaver, Maria Hurley, Emma Kennedy, Toby Greer, Abby House, Gabriela Galvez (first picture)

A couple of dozen people attended a workshop this week at UVM's Jericho Research Forest to enjoy the beauty of spring ephemerals and learn more about their role in a practice called forest farming. 🌱

Click the link in our bio to learn more!

During National Volunteer Month in April, Vermont 4-H wants its nearly 1,000 volunteers to know how much their time, commitment and service, which they provide to youth and families across the state, is appreciated.

"Our volunteers give so much," University of Vermont Extension 4-H Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator Amanda Royce recently told Across the Fence. "They really are the heart of our program, and they're running clubs and they're doing so many things."

So this year, Vermont 4-H organized a set of statewide awards. Swipe through to see the seven winners, and click the link in our bio to learn more.

UVM hosted the 2026 State Hippology and Quiz Bowl competition on Saturday, April 11, where 4-H'ers put their horse knowledge to the test!

The day started with Hippology, where youth demonstrate their understanding of equine veterinary and management facts.