Snacking on their Minds at Sharon Elementary
Sharon has been busy tasting new foods. The kindergarten class made, Confetti Soup for our most recent taste test. It is a turkey based…
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Green Team in Action at Hanover Street School (UVFTS Showcase Project)
With the help of the Upper Valley Farm to School mini-grant that we received this year, Hanover Street School is…
Let The Good Times Roll!
February Farm-To-School Educational Forum: Let the Good Times Roll! Join Upper Valley Farm to School as we “rise” to the…
The Busy Life of New Farmers
Brian and Melissa Stroffolino moved to the Upper Valley in 2011 for Melissa’s job. Brian, who had apprenticed on a…
Delicious Local Gifts
Maple syrup, maple candy, and maple butter. Jams, jellies, and candies. Beeswax candles and honey. Wreaths, and wood crafts such…
Wonderful Winter Squash
Winter squash is versatile, delicious, and healthy. This fruit makes a comforting soup, a sweet side, or a fabulous main…
Vital Communities Receives $79K USDA Grant
We’re excited to announce that Vital Communities’ Valley Food & Farm program has received a two-year, $79,000 grant from the USDA Farmers…
Final Farm Worker Learning Collaborative at Luna Bleu Farm
The Upper Valley Farm Worker Learning Collaborative wrapped up the season with a visit to Luna Bleu Farm last week.…
Where Do You Buy Your Food?
Help grow our local food economy! Vital Communities needs your help to grow our farms and our local economy. Take…
Volunteer with Valley Food & Farm!
Join us for the Valley Food & Farm Volunteer Blitz from October 13-18 to help grow our local food…
Golden Carrot Award Goes to Chelsea Public School
One of Chelsea Public School’s goals for their farm-to-school program was to build a wood-fired oven. Despite not receiving a grant…
Apple Season in the Upper Valley
Did you know that apples are in the Rosaceae (rose) family and are related to strawberries? That interesting fact is…