Home gardens and local farm fields are beginning to fill up with fresh produce as the growing season gets underway. And with it, the Vermont Foodbank’s gleaning teams are taking to the fields to harvest surplus fresh food for people […]
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RAFFL programs to continue with new sponsors
By Evan Johnson The board of directors of the Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL) announced last week that all of its existing programs will continue operating into the future, despite RAFFL’s impending closure. The RAFFL board announced in […]
Rutland Area Farm and Food Link to end operations
The Board of Directors of the Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL) voted at their October meeting to cease operations by year end. RAFFL currently operates five programs and is in negotiations with local food system partners to continue […]
RAFFL and NOFA-VT to host CRAFT workshops in Rutland and Bennington counties
Monday, May 22, 6:30 p.m.—MANCHESTER—The Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT) is a national apprenticeship program that seeks to educate farm workers who are interested in becoming farmers in the future. CRAFT provides the structure for meaningful mentor relationships […]
RAFFL hosts free community movie night at Paramount Theatre
Thursday, March 16, 6 p.m.—RUTLAND—On March 16, the Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL) will be showing “Big Night” at the Paramount Theatre in Downtown Rutland. The film is about two Italian immigrants who own a struggling restaurant, and […]
RAFFL meets fundraising goal for new van
RUTLAND—Thanks to contributions from family, friends, and community members, the Rutland Area Farm and Food Link has met its fundraising goal to acquire a gently used van for the Glean Team. The organization raised $1,500 through Facebook and its website, […]
RAFFL staffer offers festive food program
Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 11 a.m.—RUTLAND—Julie Redington for Rutland Area Food and Farm Link’s “Everyday Chef” program presents a workshop, Festive Salads and No-Bake Cookies, on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Redington will hold an all-ages workshop for families […]
RAFFL launches annual fundraiser, $75K goal
RUTLAND—In November, Rutland Area Farm and Food link (RAFFL) launched an effort to raise $75,000 to expand its current programming and outreach within the current communities it serves. With a successful campaign by year’s end, RAFFL will be able to […]
RAFFL announces return of Twilight in the Meadow
Saturday, Sept. 17 at 5:30 p.m.—WELLS—Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL) is thrilled to announce the return of Twilight in the Meadow, an intimate evening of local food, craft beer and delicious wine alongside live music, dancing and our […]
RAFFL announces new executive director
RUTLAND—On Aug. 10, the board of directors of Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL) announced that Elena Gustavson has been named the new executive director, effective Aug. 1. Gustavson succeeds Tara Kelly, who was appointed in June to serve […]