Nelson family named top dairy farm

Scotch Burn Farm, an eighth-generation dairy operation in Ryegate, Vt., has been named the 2024 Vermont Dairy Farm of the Year.

To be named the Vermont Dairy Farm of the Year is a huge honor, one befitting a dairy operation that excels in many areas, including its sustainable management practices, quality milk production, environmental stewardship and ongoing commitment to promoti … (read more)

One outstanding dairy farm in Vermont will be recognized this year for its overall excellence in dairying, including its quality milk production, sound management practices, land stewardship and strong commitment to the dairy industry.

WEST BERKSHIRE — McGarry Dairy, a 115-head Holstein operation in West Berkshire, has been honored as the Vermont Dairy Farm of the Year for 2021.Ed and Diane McGarry operate the farm in partnership with their son, Brian. They started farming at their pres … (read more)

BURLINGTON — University of Vermont (UVM) Extension and the Vermont Dairy Industry Association are asking agricultural organizations, dairy co-ops, agribusinesses, farmers and other individuals to nominate an outstanding dairy farm for this year’s Vermont … (read more)