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Throughout the year we will hold events across the state to organize panel discussions, professional development workshops, B2B and B2C events, political fund-raisers, in addition to participating in our friends events. Let’s enrich Vermont’s cannabis culture, together, from industry to consumer.
May 11, 2024
A Pre-Season Planning and Preparation workshop for the outdoor season
We’re excited to present another cannabis workshop collaboration with Rural Vermont at Lukas Greene Cannabis in Charlotte with instruction by Guillermo Maldonado of Shindig & G’s Craft Cannabis!
Join us for a workshop covering the essentials of pre-season planning and preparation for the outdoor season. RV and VGA will also provide key legislative and policy updates from the statehouse and be available to answer questions throughout the workshop. Pre-registration is required.
April 10, 2024
Industry Mixer with High Priestess and the Tower Bar & Lounge
Join us on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Brattleboro for an Industry Mixer. Meet and network sesh with those in the industry and those interested to jump into it, and for a policy update and QA. This event is 21+, indoors, with good local food and drink available for purchase.
Our friends at High Priestess and The Tower Bar & Lounge allowed us to partner with them on this mixer in Southern Vermont, thank you!
March 7, 2024
A Deep Dive Into The Latest Adult-Use Testing Regulations Workshop
Onward Analytics and Vermont Growers Association are excited to present a workshop collaboration covering the latest adult-use testing regulations and best practices taking place in person at Onward Analytics in Colchester and over Zoom on Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 7 PM. This event is for all license types in the market, from producers to retailers, and bring your questions about testing! There will be a question and answer session after the presentation.
February 22, 2024
Industry Mixer
Are you a cultivator or manufacturer looking to meet new retailers? Or maybe you’re a manufacturer looking to meet cultivator and retailers? Join us at Burlington Beer Co. in Burlington on Thursday, February 22, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM to meet up and network session with those in the industry and for a policy update.
There will be locally-made food and drinks available for purchase. This event is free, 21+, indoor, rain for shine.
January 31, 2024
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion For Cultivators
Join us on Wednesday, January 31, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for The Market Is What We Make It, a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators. We encourage licensed and unlicensed cultivators to bring their questions and experiences to the event, this is a monthly community discussion for all cultivators.
January 06, 2024
A Cannabis Overwintering and Indoor Seed and Propagation Workshop
Rural Vermont and Vermont Growers Association are excited to present their second cannabis workshop collaboration at Old Growth Vermont in Danville with instruction by Fred Morin of Vermont Greenery! This exciting workshop will cover the essentials to overwintering cannabis plants, including propagation, seed saving, and more. Pre-registration is required, save your place!
November 16, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion For Cultivators
Join us on Thursday, November 16, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for The Market Is What We Make It, a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators. We encourage licensed and unlicensed cultivators to bring their questions and experiences to the event, this is a monthly community discussion for all cultivators.
November 2, 2023
Industry Mixer
Are you a retailer seeking new local craft producers for your shelves? Or maybe you’re a newly licensed cultivator looking to meet retailers and product makers?
If so, join us at the scumption Parker Pie on Thursday, November 3, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM to meet-up and session with those in the industry, and for a policy update.
October 21, 2023
Vermont Cannabis Industry Emergency Fund Benefit Dinner at Deep City
Join us on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 7 PM at the amazing and scrumptious Deep City on the Burlington waterfront for a special evening and fundraiser benefiting the Vermont Cannabis Industry Emergency Fund. Thanks to Deep City, 100% of the proceeds will go directly to the emergency fund and local licensees in need.
October 14, 2023
Vermont Cannabis Job Fair in Burlington
Are you a cannabis farm or business looking for employment? If so, secure a tabling site at the Vermont Cannabis Job Fair at the beautiful Intervale Center in Burlington on Saturday, October 14, from 11 AM to 3 PM to meet local cannabis businesses of all license types, network with the industry, and have a good time. There will be locally-made food and drinks available for purchase. Space is limited, secure your site now.
September 20, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Cultivators
Join us on Wednesday, September 20, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators.
August 30, 2023
Industry Mixer
Are you a retailer seeking new local craft producers for your shelves? Or maybe you’re a newly licensed cultivator looking to meet retailers and product makers? If so, join us in beautiful Bradford on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 8 PM to meet-up and session with those in the industry, and for a policy update.
August 17, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Cultivators
Join us on Thursday, August 17, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators.
June 29, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Manufacturers
Join us on Thursday, June 29, from 5:30 PM to 7 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for manufacturers by manufacturers. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other manufacturers.
June 22, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Cultivators
Join us on Thursday, June 22, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators.
May 11, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Cultivators
Join us on Thursday, May 11, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators.
April 24, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Manufacturers
Join us on Monday, April 24, from 5:30 PM to 7 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for manufacturers by manufacturers. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other manufacturers.
March 30, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Manufacturers
Love to the manufacturers and makers! Similar to the cultivator version of these events, this is a monthly space for manufacturers of every tier to connect and their share experiences, challenges, and more.
January 26, 2023
A Read-Through of the Proposed 2023 Changes to Board Rules
In November 2022, the CCB opened the amendment process for its Rules and proposed changes. Join us for a read-through of the Board’s proposed changes and a discussion on possible reforms.
October 6, 2022
A community Discussion: The Market Is What We Make It
How do I price my flower for the regulated market? What are other cultivators doing and saying? Join us next Thursday (10/06) from 4 PM to 5:15 PM over Zoom for a community discussion on pricing for cultivators by cultivators.
July 14, 2022
Cultivation Corner, Episode 9 with Eduardo of Fine Bud Farms
What is indigenous biology, the soil food web, and how do you build soil and cultivate cannabis using Korean Natural Farming? Listen to episode 9 of Cultivation Corner with Eduardo of Fine Bud Farms.
Vermont Cannabis & Hemp Convention
June 25 to 26, 2022
New England’s largest cannabis convention series returns to Vermont for the 3rd Annual Vermont Cannabis and Hemp Convention at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction. Join us for two full days of exhibitions, educational seminars, and speakers related to medical marijuana, industrial hemp, CBD wellness products, and the ever-growing New England cannabis industry, and more.
Craft First, A Discussion on Cannabis Cultivation Lighting and Energy Use
March 20, 2022
How do you move from growing at home with one or two lights to planning and building a cultivation facility? What are Vermont adult-use regulations for lighting and energy use, the latest lighting trends and brands, and is there any assistance available for those interested in scaling up?
What Should Racial Equity Look Like In Vermont’s Cannabis Market?
November 16, 2021
VCEC has provided recommendations to the CCB, and while some of our ideas are moving forward, our social equity suggestions remain unaddressed. Join us to learn about those suggestions and what the CCB is planning to do next.
Fellowship, Navigating Act 164s Retail Opt-in
August 25, 2021
Come out to 14th Star Brewery in Saint Albans for our first Fellowship event, and to learn how to navigate Act 164 retail opt-in and eliminate the 5-month dispensary head start in your town, talk shop, plants, and meet other folks in the local cannabis industry!
Cultivation Corner, Episode 7 with Shawn of kismet Farm
July 11, 2021
What is living soil? What is regeneratively farmed cannabis? Listen to episode 7 of Cultivation Corner with Headies Cup winner Shawn of Kismet Farm, a certified organic hemp and cut flower farm located in beautiful Rochester.
Cultivation Corner, Episode 5 with Fred of Vermont Greenery
May 27, 2021
What does it take to produce boutique-quality cannabis and hash rosin? What is the best way to cure and preserve your harvest? Listen to episode 5 with Fred of Vermont Greenery, a small craft cultivator focused on making quality boutique flowers, hash rosin, and cannabis genetics available to growers in the northeast.
Industry Affairs Call, Talking the 2021 Policy Agenda and All Things Act 164
March 19, 2021
What does the craft license tier mean for my business? When will I be able to get a license? What is the legislature doing this year to change Act 164? If you're interested in participating in the emerging adult-use market, this event is for you.
Stay Toasty
Through February 2021
Announcing the return of our annual winter clothing drive, Stay Toasty! This year our donation drive will be benefitting Food Not Cops, a cooperative organization run by BTV CopWatch and Food Not Bombs that is focused on providing food, clothing, and other forms of aid for members of the local community in need.
Cultivation Corner, Episode 2 with Joe Veldon
December 18, 2020
What could Act 164 mean for small growers? How did Oregon transition into an adult-use market? What’s the best way to approach a legal, personal-use home grow? Listen to episode 2 of Cultivation Corner with Joe Veldon of Seven Leaf Genetics in Vermont, and Lion Root Productions in Oregon.
Rally at the Statehouse!
October 10, 2020
The call to join forces as the 99% here in Vermont is more evident now than ever. We are calling for all folks involved in the Cannabis industry and those impacted by the criminalization of Cannabis to unite in protecting Cannabis for all in Vermont: BIPOC, farmers, providers, growers, and all those who believe Cannabis should be justly and widely available in Vermont.
Race and Cannabis in Vermont, A Just & Inclusive Cannabis Policy Forum
August 28, 2020
What is social equity, and why should it be leading the conversation around legalization in Vermont? A panel of cannabis industry professionals and advocates for an evening of conversation. Learn what a truly equitable, reparative, inclusive cannabis policy for Vermont can look like, with viewer input.
Craft First, Episode 1
June 4, 2020
The first episode of Craft First is a panel discussion on what a craft cannabis industry looks like in Vermont, and how that market can help rebuild our state economy and restore jobs and revenue after the health crisis. Panelists include some of our favorite local retailers, farmers, and craft cultivators.
April 24, 2024
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion For Cultivators
Join us on Wednesday, April 24, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for The Market Is What We Make It, a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators. We encourage licensed and unlicensed cultivators to bring their questions and experiences to the event, this is a monthly community discussion for all cultivators.
March 27, 2024
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion For Cultivators
Join us on Wednesday, March 27, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for The Market Is What We Make It, a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators. We encourage licensed and unlicensed cultivators to bring their questions and experiences to the event, this is a monthly community discussion for all cultivators.
February 28, 2024
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion For Cultivators
Join us on Wednesday, February 28, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for The Market Is What We Make It, a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators. We encourage licensed and unlicensed cultivators to bring their questions and experiences to the event, this is a monthly community discussion for all cultivators.
January 12, 2024
Industry Affairs Call
What are our legislative and rules priorities for 2024, and what bills and rules reforms can we anticipate this year?
VGA members, join us on Friday, January 12, 2024, from 4 PM to 5:15 PM over Zoom for a discussion on our legislative and rules priorities for 2024. Check your inbox for your email invitation, and bring your questions!
December 19, 2023
High Stakes, a Casino Night Benefiting the Vermont Cannabis Industry Emergency Fund
Join us at The Barns at Lang Farm on December 17, 2023, from 7 PM to 10 PM for a casino night benefiting the Vermont Cannabis Industry Emergency Fund! We offer two ticket tiers for High Stakes. Each tier comes with starter casino chips, with more chips available for purchase during the event. Enjoy classic casino games, win prizes, live music, local food, and drinks. This event is 21+.
November 3, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion For Manufacturers
Join us on Friday, November 3, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM over Zoom for The Market Is What We Make It, a monthly community discussion for manufacturers by manufacturers. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other manufacturers. We encourage licensed and unlicensed manufacturers to bring their questions and experiences to the event, this is a monthly community discussion for all manufacturers.
October 19, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion For Cultivators
Join us on Thursday, October 19, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for The Market Is What We Make It, a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators. We encourage licensed and unlicensed cultivators to bring their questions and experiences to the event, this is a monthly community discussion for all cultivators.
October 21, 2023
Cannabis Post-Harvest Processing and Production Workshop
Please join us for an outdoor 3-hour workshop covering the ABCs of cannabis post-harvest processing and production instructed by Matt Shea of Birdland. Rural Vermont and VGA are excited to present their first cannabis workshop collaboration and will also provide key legislative and policy updates from the statehouse and be available to answer questions throughout the workshop. This event is open to all, from home growers to adult-use licensees.
September 28, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Manufacturers
Join us on Thursday, September 28, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for cultivators by manufacturers. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other manufacturers.
August 31, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Manufacturers
Join us on Thursday, August 31, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for cultivators by manufacturers. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other manufacturers.
August 19, 2023
Green Mountain Smoke Out
Kick it with us and friends at the Green Mountain Smoke Out on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in Topsham! We’ll have a table with different ways to contribute to the Vermont Cannabis Industry Emergency Fund, and a relaxing consumption lounge to chill with friends. So, scoop some fire from a local craft retailer or bring your home grow and come out and hang for a good cause.
July 26, 2023
Industry Mixer
Join us at Deep City this Wednesday, July 26, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM to meet and network with licensees and potential licensees, a policy update, the launch of the Vermont Cannabis Industry Emergency Fund, and to see one another in person and have a good time together after the extreme weather we just experienced.
June 24, 2023
Vermont Cannabis Job Fair in Barre
Are you looking for a job in the cannabis industry? If so, make it out to the Vermont Cannabis Job Fair in Barre on Saturday, June 24, from 11 AM to 2 PM to meet over a dozen local cannabis businesses of all license types, and the Cannabis Control Board will be there to help you get started and answer questions. There will be locally-made food and drinks available for purchase. Attendance is free, and 21+.
May 25, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Manufacturers
Join us on Monday, May 25, from 5:30 PM to 7 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for manufacturers by manufacturers. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other manufacturers.
May 5, 2023
The Lost Art Workshop Vermont
Join Belle, longtime apprentice hashishin of Frenchy Cannoli and Director of Operations and the lead Hash-Maker at Heritage Hash Co., and Madame Cannoli for Frenchy’s Lost Art Workshop on May 5th.
April 14, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Cultivators
Join us on Friday, April 14, from 4 PM to 5:30 PM over Zoom for a monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other cultivators.
March 9, 2023
The Market Is What We Make It: A Monthly Community Discussion for Cultivators
A monthly community discussion for cultivators by cultivators. Connect and share your experiences and challenges with other growers. We encourage licensed and unlicensed growers to bring their questions and experiences to the event.
December 15, 2022
A community Discussion: The Market Is What We Make It
How do I price my flower for the regulated market? What are other cultivators doing and saying? Join us next Thursday (10/06) from 4 PM to 5:15 PM over Zoom for a community discussion on pricing for cultivators by cultivators.
September 10, 2022
Retailer & Producer Industry Mixer
Are you a local cultivator or manufacturer looking to connect with retailers for the adult-use market? If so, join us this Saturday (09/10) from noon to 2:30 PM at La Finca for a mixer with over a dozen retailers, the good folks at CannaPlanners, and Taunik will be there serving-up free tasty beverages!
Industry Affairs Call: A recap of the 2022 legislative session, the market’s rollout, and a look ahead
June 18, 2022
What new policies emerged from this past 2022 legislative session? How is the market's rollout going, and what issues may be taken up in the State House next year? If you're interested in participating in the emerging adult-use market, this event is for you.
Grow Your Own, Update on Licensing and Rulemaking
December 10, 2021
Join VGA and friends on Friday, December 10, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM, at August First in Burlington for our second in-person business development event! Hear the latest on licensing proposals and the rule making process, and bring product samples and business cards to swap with fellow cannabis business owners.
Fellowship, Navigating Act 164s Retail Opt-in
November 4, 2021
What are best practices for drying, curing, and storage techniques? How do you minimize environmental impacts when cultivating in a controlled environment with artificial light sources?Listen to episode 8 of Cultivation Corner with Nick of Forbins Finest.
A Discussion on Medical Cannabis with James Pepper Chair of Vermont’s Cannabis Control Board
July 28, 2021
A panel of cannabis professionals, medical professionals, and advocates, along with Chair of the Vermont Cannabis Control Board, discuss the future of Vermont's medical cannabis program.
Cultivation Corner, Episode 6 with David of Apollo Farms
June 17, 2021
What does it mean to breed and cultivate cannabis for medical purposes? Do certain strains work best for patients? Why is stress testing important in breeding! Listen to episode 6 with David of Apollo Farms to hear about what it takes to create effective medicine for patients.
Cultivation Corner, Episode 4 with Sam of Burnt Mountain Agriculture
April 8, 2021
What is regenerative cannabis farming? What is Korean Natural Farming? If I want to make my own inputs, how do I begin? Listen to episode 4 of Cultivation Corner with Sam of Burnt Mountain Agriculture to hear those answers and more.
Cultivation Corner, Episode 3 with Matt Leonetti
March 11, 2021
What role do microbes play in growing cannabis? What is soil science? What are some best practices for growing clean cannabis, and what is Clean Green certification? Listen to episode 3 of Cultivation Corner with Matt Leonetti of NurseGrown Organics to hear those answers and much more.
A Community Conversation on Act 164's Implementation Process & Retail Opt-In
January 15, 2021
What does Act 164 opt-in mean? How do I petition my town to opt-into the adult-use market? How can we use opt-in to help level the playfield for BIPOC and small businesses? What is Act 164's implementation process and is rollout on schedule?
Cultivation Corner, Episode 1 with Earthbound Genetics
October 23, 2020
What is native soil? What is light dep grown cannabis? Join us for the inaugural episode of Cultivation Corner for a conversation with local legend Earthbound Genetics, who earned a reputation for bringing original, high-quality seeds and clones to Vermont.
Vermont Cannabis & Hemp Convention
September 26 to 27, 2020
New England’s largest cannabis convention series returns to Vermont for the 3rd Annual Vermont Cannabis and Hemp Convention at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction. Join us for two full days of exhibitions, educational seminars, and speakers related to medical marijuana, industrial hemp, CBD wellness products, and the ever-growing New England cannabis industry, and more.
Craft First, Episode 2
July 9, 2020
A panel discussion with Vermont and out-of-state breeders and cultivators discussing beginner-to-advanced topics ranging from the history behind popular strains and contemporary hybrids, landrace and heirloom strains, different breeding and cultivation techniques, terminology, and more.
Stay Toasty
Through January 2020
As a non-profit organization, all of us at Vermont Growers Association believe in caring for and enriching the entirety of our community. With that in mind, we’re excited to announce, Stay Toasty, the first of many charitable endeavors organized by VGA.