The Future of Vermont’s Food & Farm Economy: Trends & Predictions From the Field
Join VBSR and The Intervale to connect with friends and colleagues and hear from a panel of experts as we discuss trends and predictions for the future of Vermont’s food and farm economy.
Food and agriculture businesses are deeply interconnected with Vermont’s economy, culture and land use. A strong local farm and food sector isn’t just about farmers—it’s about restaurants, grocers, distributors, tourism and manufacturing. Our agricultural heritage is knitted into the fabric of our communities.
VBSR was a lead supporter of the Farm to Plate initiative over 15 years ago. Where has the food and farm economy come since then, and where are we headed? We’ll learn about current trends from some of Vermont’s foremost food system leaders and press them for their predictions on what’s next to come.
We hope to see you there for delicious drinks, networking, and shared learning! This is a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues, make new connections, gain new ideas and inspiration, and have some fun!
This event is open to everyone interested in working toward a just, thriving, and transformative economy that works for all people and the planet.
Food & Drinks
This event will feature free finger foods, including gluten free and vegan options, and delicious drinks for purchase, including non-alcoholic options, from Adventure Dinner!
Thank you to our hosts!
Founded in 1988, the Intervale Center manages a 360-acre campus of farmland, trails and open space along the Winooski River in Burlington, VT. Our influence radiates out from this beloved place as we work across Vermont to enhance farm viability and land sustainability, and more broadly as we serve as a model for food and farming organizations throughout the world.
We are a dynamic non-profit that implements innovative, replicable and place-based solutions to address some of global agriculture’s most pressing problems. We are transforming the food system from one that is degrading, anonymous and industrial, to one that is restorative, familiar and human-scale. We are working to foster a local food economy that is good for people and the planet.
For 35 years, we’ve led a community food revolution. We’ve pioneered game-changing initiatives like community-supported agriculture (CSA), large-scale composting, food hubs and farm incubators. We continue to innovate so that more good food is available for anyone who wants it.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Adventure Dinner is a woman-owned, queer-friendly events and catering company based in Colchester, Vermont. Their mission is to highlight and support Vermont farms, producers, and small businesses through family-style dining and community events. Adventure Dinner is well known for their long table farm dinners, which have been featured in Travel + Leisure, Food + Wine, Imbibe, The Washington Post and NBC’s 1st Look. In addition to their sell-out ticketed dinners, Adventure Dinner also offers catering for private events! They create bespoke farm-to-table drink and culinary menus for each celebration, and offer full-service catering and professional bartending services along with drop-off options.
Adventure Dinner loves a celebration, and brings the Vermont lens as they cater weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, holiday parties, birthdays--anything that deserves a local VT touch.
New in this past year, Adventure Dinner opened the doors for our private event venue, The Clubhouse! This newly minted space features three rooms: The Loft, an open-plan, flexible space for up to 75 folks, The Library, a cozy bar and lounge for up to 30, and the Green Room, a lush private dining space for up to 18 folks seated.
Copper Leaf Financial is a fee-only, fiduciary wealth advisory firm serving clients nationwide from offices in Vermont. We specialize in true wealth management - a holistic approach that goes beyond just investment advice for those seeking tax-aware, evidence-based planning that evolves over time adjusting to life circumstances. We also concentrate on sustainable investing, or sustainable “planning” because it includes alignment across your entire financial plan. We help you achieve alignment between your values, savings, investments, philanthropy, and lifestyle. A detailed, well-rounded, “big picture” plan can help maximize the wealth you share with future generations and causes most important to you.
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HR Happens provides practical, hands-on HR leadership and consulting services to small and medium sized businesses and organizations. Whether building the HR function from the ground up or stepping in as your fractional HR department, we help you navigate policies, people, and change with confidence. In addition to serving as an ongoing HR partner, we also take on focused HR projects to support your immediate needs and long-term goals. Our goal is to simplify the complex, offer real-world solutions, and ensure your workplace is both compliant and built to thrive.
Attendee Experience
All members of New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility are welcome to attend for free.
This venue has is one indoor, single-occupant bathroom, in addition to several porta-potties outdoors.
Free parking is available on site in the lots surrounding the building.
Please make note of any accommodation requests when you register.
Are you interested in sponsoring this event? If so, please contact Jeremy Gerber at jeremyg@vbsr.org for details.
Questions? If so, please contact to Molly Rand at mollyr@vbsr.org.