Summer is a glorious time of year for Vermont agriculture, and each of us has our favorite images of the season: fields of sweet corn and silage corn; the fragrance of ripe strawberries; lush green pastures dotted with grazing cows (or sheep, horses, even water buffalo!); haying on a breezy, sunny day and the bustle of farmers’ markets and farm stands.

These sights, scents and sounds are the essence of Vermont agriculture. The state’s farmers and the Vermont Agency of Agriculture welcome you to explore the state — and learn more about this special place we call home.