There are a wealth of technical service providers and cost-share programs available to assist farmers in Vermont, but navigating the various resources and programs can feel like a full-time job. For example, a farmer may be working with one or more providers for technical assistance, another for farm consultation, and multiple agencies providing financial assistance. With Farm Teams, the farmer may choose who is at the table, while LCCD’s role is to bring together the various partners (for example, representatives from the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, UVM Extension, NRCS, and others) to meet annually, semi-annually, or as needed. This streamlines communication and collaboration among the various partners, and relieves the farmer of the burden of scheduling multiple meetings and keeping track of who does what. Farm Teams are tailored to meet an individual farm’s specific needs. For more information, or to request a Farm Team, email your LCCD Agricultural Program Specialist!