News and Interests .

Under the Golden Dome is Back!

“Under the Golden Dome”, is emailed weekly to subscribing members to keep them apprised of legislative developments at the Vermont Statehouse that affect agriculture. Legislative priorities are set annually by the organization following the elected delegate session determining policy in November. Vermont Farm Bureau's Legislative Update for the week of  February 21, 2014.

Need to back track here are earlier reports. January 7, 2014
January 17, 2014, January 24, 2014, January 31, 2014 and February 7, 2014 and February 14, 2014

Contact Bill Moore our new Lobbyist and County Coordinator with any Legislative Concerns
Bill is charged with furthering the Vermont Farm Bureau legislative priorities and keeping the fourteen County Farm Bureaus organized and active. During the Legislative session Bill is available to meet on Mondays and is always accessible via cell phone: 802-888-9390 and email: wmoore@gmavt.net. He will get back to you!

Addison County Farm Bureau Legislative Breakfast Series

Addison County Farm Bureau is sponsoring a series of legislative breakfasts and lunches throughout the session. Each breakfast starts at  7 a.m. program beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending by 8:45 a.m. Luncheons begin at 12 p.m. and end at 1:45 p.m. The Addison County Farm Bureau joins with the Bridport Grange #303 for the programs, and they are also supported by the Addison County Chamber of Commerce and the Addison County Regional Planning. The series will conclude with a Legislative Wrap-up on June 2. For a full schedule visit http://www.vtfb.org/vermont-farm-bureau-Addison.html.

Fourth Graders of Burke Town School Interview Farmer Ryan Simpson of Sutton  for a valuable lesson about Farming.
See the Video!

Chittenden County Accepting Applications for the 2014 Horse Farm of Distinction

Special GM Offer Through April 1, 2014 Save $1500 Exclusively for Farm Bureau Members $1500 Off Regular Cab and Heavy duty (2500/3500 series) Trucks

Free Marketing Assistance to the Agriculture Community in Lamoille County from LEDC

Keep Up with National Events with AFBF e-newsletter

County Farm Bureau Meetings, Workshops and Agricultural Events

Orange County Farm Bureau Legislative Luncheon TBD in the first week of March
TBD. Contact Shane Keady for more information Shane_keady@hotmail.com

Monday, March 3 - Orleans County Farm Bureau Legislative Breakfast
10 am at the Irasburg Town Hall. For more information contact Marjorie Urie at 802-586-2879 or email marjorieurie@gmail.com   

Mar 18-20, Northeast Region Leadership Conference, The Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY

The premier leadership development conference for volunteer and professional leaders in the Northeast.Registration is $185 per person and includes one Breakfast, lunch & dinner.Hotel reservations can be made directly with the hotel @ $139 per night. Registration is due by February 21, 2014. Cancellations after February 21 are non refundable.More details available in attached document.

Mar 22-23, 2014 Maple Open House Weekend

Visit Vermont sugarhouses and restaurants across the state and “watch” as maple syrup is being made. Join our family tradition and be a part of all the fun!  http://vermontmaple.org/events/

Suburban PRICING

Pyrofax Energy is Now Suburban Propane
Vermont Farm Bureau’s successful fuel program of the past three years has been renewed! Pyrofax was recently purchased by Suburban Propane, and the propane, heating oil, and diesel discount program will continue and expand to all Suburban dealers in Vermont.

Week of February 24, 2013

PROPANE  Based on Selkirk average price plus 

1 to 999 gallons  $3.5694

1000 to 4999      $3.269

#2 FUEL OIL      $3.7875

On Road Diesel  $4.126

Off Road Diesel  $4.062

The Rise of Propane Pricing with Suburban

We've gotten a number of calls about the increase in propane pricing with Suburban. Please be aware there is currently a propane shortage throughout the United States. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration in the middle of January, average propane prices across the nation were 58 cents per gallon higher than the same period last year..For the full article visit usnewsnbcnews.com

Our fuel and oil prices are posted once a week and may not always reflect your delivery date. We apologize for any inconvenience you may be experiencing. Please call Suburban at 800-776-7263.