Northern Grain Growers Collaborative
NGGC is a vibrant network of growers, bakers, researchers, millers, maltsters, distillers, researchers, seed preservationists, and food system enthusiasts, rooted in Vermont. Our focus is on all aspects of grain production and on cultivating collaboration within the grain community across the northern region.
Our mission is to promote the growth and renewal of grain cultivation in the Northeast by supporting farmers through education, variety trials, and by building a network of collaborators throughout the grain economy.
FEATURED
OUR NORTHERN GRAINSExplore the diversity of grains and pulses that can grow in our region.
FINDING LOCAL GRAINSHere are some options for locating and sourcing local grains in the northeast.
RESEARCH AND TESTINGUnderstanding grain quality is critical to providing a high-quality product.
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2026 Annual Crops and Soils Field Day: The Demonstration Derby
Date and Time: Thursday, July 23, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Rain or shine!
Location: Borderview Farm, 487 Line Road, Alburgh, VT 05440
Cost: $30 per person. Free for farmers. Lunch is included.
Please join us for the 19th Annual Crops and Soils Field Day! This event showcases agricultural conducted by UVM Extension’s NWCS team, led by Heather Darby. Enjoy a guided tour of Borderview Research Farm, learn about on-farm research, and connect with the local community. This year, experience more live demonstrations of cutting-edge technology and in-the-field skills than ever, including:
Precision Ag and Autonomous weeding robots from Greenfield Robotics
Soil health sampling with Soil Health Research and Extension Center (SHREC) team
Forage quality, Hemp research, and Sensory tasting with vegetables
Register online at https://go.uvm.edu/2026annualfieldday or call the UVM Non-Credit Registration Office at 802-656-8407. Questions? Please contact susan.brouillette@uvm.edu or 802-656-7611.
The Northern Grain Growers Collaborative works in collaboration with the University of Vermont Extension Northwest Crops & Soils Program.
