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    Vern-Mont Farm, LLC, located in Vernon, VT, is a longstanding dairy farm that has been operated by the Dunklee family for over five generations. The farm is notable for its conservation efforts, having worked with the Vermont Land Trust and other organizations to conserve 146 acres of farmland, ensuring it remains available for agricultural use and protected from development. This conservation effort is a testament to the farm's commitment to sustainability and preserving the agricultural heritage of the area.

    The farm manages a large herd of Holsteins and is involved in producing milk and raising heifers, with a focus on sustainable farming practices. This includes using innovative methods like a manure-solid separator to create a sustainable source of bedding for their cows, showcasing their commitment to environmental sustainability and efficient resource management.

    For those interested in learning more about Vern-Mont Farm and its practices, the farm has garnered positive reviews for its operations and its role in the community.
    Jeff Dunklee of Vern-Mont Farm worked with the Vermont Land Trust, the Vermont Housing & Conservation Board, and the Town of Vernon to conserve 146 acres on the east side of Route 142 in Vernon. Vern-Mont Farm is one of the largest dairies in southern Vermont; there are 625 Holsteins in the milking herd, and another 400 heifers and young stock. Over the past 150 years, five generations of the Dunklee family have run the farm. Jeff grew up there,
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Vernon, VT is a small town in Windham County known for its scenic beauty along the Connecticut River and its rich agricultural heritage. The town offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with a close-knit community, and it's home to historical sites like the Governor Hunt House.
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