FarmFirst Vermont

Reducing Farm Stress

Farm First helps take some of the stress out of farming. Our staff are here to help you both navigate the resources you need to solve farm issues and to provide you with confidential personal support so that you don't have to sort out these issues alone. We're Vermonters helping Vermonters. We're in this together. 

Explore the information on our website. Click "Contact a resource counselor" at the top right for assistance.

About Us

We're a State sponsored non-profit program. Our services are free to all Vermont farmers and their family members. We're here to help. We welcome your call or email. Click on the "Get Our Help" page to contact us. 

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Farm First is Hiring!

Counseling/Ag Resource Coordinator

Farm First provides immediate resources and support for farmers experiencing high levels of stress. We seek an energetic Coordinator to connect farmers with resources related to both agriculture and emotional support, and take the program to the next level.

This position is open for both full and part-time applicants. We seek candidates with either a strong agriculture or counseling/social work background, or both. Experience fundraising, bilingual in Spanish, and a mental health license are significant plusses.

To apply send resume and cover letter to Karen Crowley – karenc@famrfirst.org by May 31 no later than 4pm EST.