New Things Brewing for Farmland Conservation

by Sara Cavin, Project Manager USDA embraces “ALE” and UVLT moves to tap more great projects! With the passage of the 2014 Farm Bill, the US Department of Agriculture effectively […]

A Place of Peace and Quiet: Pout Pond

By Pete Helm, Vice President, Stewardship There aren’t many 40 acre ponds with no development along the shore — Pout Pond is a place of rare natural beauty. In 2011, […]

Work Ended on Vermont Law

There will be no legislative action about conservation easements in Vermont this session. Instead, land conservation groups, their supporters, partners and landowners will continue to examine how best to ensure […]