AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoVermont Beer Industry: Vermont’s new law letting small brewers self-distribute went into effect July 1, giving Jericho’s Lucy and Howe Brewing a “game changer” by cutting out the distributor and boosting the share of each sale. Workforce Pipeline: Workforce in Motion is bringing hands-on career exploration to the Champlain Valley Expo on Sept. 29, building on a May Rutland event that drew 1,150 students and 65 businesses. Agriculture & Safety: UVM Extension and partners hosted a Women and Youth Tractor Safety Day in Richmond, teaching practical skills for farm work. Dairy Spotlight: Rail View Dairy in New Haven was named Vermont Dairy Farm of the Year, recognized for herd management, milk quality, stewardship, and innovation. Outdoor Economy: Velomont’s hut-supported mountain bike trail network is gaining traction, with 485 miles planned and major permitting progress expected this summer. Infrastructure Updates: AOT construction schedules include I-89 and I-91 paving and bridge work that will bring lane closures and speed limits. Public Health & Community: Burlington businesses say concerns around the needle exchange moving to Bank Street have followed, raising worries about downtown safety. Energy & Policy: A week of national health and regulatory updates included CMS’s proposed CY 2027 physician fee schedule and DHS changes affecting how Medicaid can be considered in immigration determinations.
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