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February 16, 2024
Working Lands Enterprise Initiative Celebrates 11 Years of Investments and Economic Impacts
Over $15 million invested since 2012 in Vermont Farm, Food and Forestry Businesses
January 19, 2024
Over $650K Awarded to Support Vermont’s Agricultural and Forestry Sector
Working Lands Enterprise Board (WLEB) strategically invests in working lands businesses that can impact their local economy
January 16, 2024
$150,000 Available for Small Farm Diversification & Transition Grants
New, one-time grant can cover the costs of equipment, supplies, infrastructure, marketing, research, and/or workforce development costs
December 7, 2023
Announcing Building Executive Business Skills Program for Working Lands Businesses
Business can enroll now for program focused on enhancing human resources skills and compliance
December 9, 2023
WLEI Impact Grant Pre-applications Open Now
Pre-applications accepted through January 19th for the ARPA Primary Producer Impact Grant and the Supply Chain Impact Grant
October 10, 2023
Business Enhancement Grant Application Now Open
Applications Accepted through November 20th for Vermont Farm, Food, Forest Businesses
September 27, 2023
Working Lands Enterprise Initiative Requests Service Provider Proposals
Board seeks proposals to build executive and marketing business skills for farm, food, and/or forest products enterprises
September 6, 2023
Working Lands Enterprise Initiative Opens FY 2024 Applications
Up to $25K available for Producer Associations and Service Providers
July 14, 2023
Recovery Resources for Vermont’s Agricultural Communities, Farms and Families
Vermont’s Agriculture Agency stands ready to assist farmers after devastating statewide flooding
March 15, 2023
Working Lands Enterprise Board Announces Fiscal Year 2023 Grants
Over $1 Million invested in Vermont Agriculture & Forestry Businesses
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