The Farming Project (1994-2000)
A nine part series on the history of Vermont farming, its importance in the development of the state, the practical and public policy issues facing Vermonters today, and a celebration of the Vermont farmer. The series began with an overview of the history of Vermont agriculture, continued with four programs on farming in Vermont, and concluded with a series of four "town meetings".
The Farming Project #9: Town Meeting on the Future of Ag
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A "town meeting" discussing tapping the Vermont image, establishing niche markets... (56m 22s)
The Farming Project #8: Town Meeting on Science and Tech
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A "town meeting" discussing trends in genetics, pollution control, the use of BST in milk. (56m 24s)
The Farming Project #7: Town Meeting on Markets / Marketing
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A "town meeting" discussing: federal government pricing policies, the role of dairy co-ops (56m 21s)
The Farming Project #6: Town Meeting on the Human Toil in Ag
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Vermont "town meeting" discussing: whether it's possible to make a living at farming (55m 51s)
The Farming Project #5: Troubled Harvest: the Future
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Future of Vermont agriculture, especially dairy farms, in the face of changing markets (58m 28s)
The Farming Project #4: Troubled Harvest: the Tools
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Influence of science and technology on the changing face of agriculture in Vermont. (57m 43s)
Farming Project #3: Troubled Harvest: the Market
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Vermont farmers, especially dairy farmers, face a tightening and more complex marketplace. (57m 42s)
Farming Project #2: Troubled Harvest: The People
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How Vermont farmers respond to the demands and stresses of farming. (57m 14s)
Farming Project #1: Measured Furrows: VT's Farming History
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The forces and trends that have shaped Vermont's agriculture and the people. (58m)
The Farming Project #10: Our Farmers: Eight Years Later
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The experiences of six farm families eight years after original farming series. (55m 10s)
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