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Episode 191: Vermont Chevon

Episode 191: Vermont Chevon

FromThe Farm Report


Episode 191: Vermont Chevon

FromThe Farm Report

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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Dec 5, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode of The Farm Report, host Erin Fairbanks brings in guest Shirley Richardson. Shirley started Vermont Chevon when she saw a window of opportunity to compete with the millions of pounds of goat meat that are imported into the US every year. Erin also speaks with Matt Birong, Chef and owner of the Three Squares Cafe in Vergennes, VT, and the three discuss why Matt has enjoyed using Shirleys goats in his restaurant. This program has been sponsored by Hearst Ranch. Music provided by Idgy Dean. a About 80% of the goats born on a dairy farm every year are considered a waste product. [05:45] -- Shirley Richardson on The Farm Report Consistency is key. You want to know what youre getting without it being a crapshoot every time. [18:55] -- Matt Birong on The Farm Report
Released:
Dec 5, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Farm Report is a show about the people, processes, and policies that shape how food is produced today. From the latest agricultural innovations to the day-to-day challenges of running a viable business growing vegetables and grazing cattle, host Lisa Elaine Held engages in conversations with farmers and farmworkers and the people who work alongside them—like chefs, researchers, activists, and investors. Expect from-the-field insights paired with real-world context as guests explore how producing fresh, delicious food relates to environmental and community sustainability, equality and justice, politics and policy, and better health.