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Media Coverage of 2026 Veteran Farmers Market

Media around Connecticut covered the 3rd Annual Veteran Farmers Market.

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Hello CT Highlights Veteran Farmers Market

HelloCT previewed products that will be sold at the 3rd annual Connecticut veteran farmers market.

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Hello CT Previews Veteran Farmers Market

HelloCT previewed products that will be sold at the 3rd annual Connecticut veteran farmers market.

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Holiday Shopping with Farmer Veterans

HelloCT interviewed farmer veterans about their holiday offerings.

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CT Veteran Farmers Market Featured on Hello CT

HelloCT previewed products that will be sold at the 3rd annual Connecticut veteran farmers market.

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August 6 Veteran Farmers Market in Rocky Hill

Fresh, locally-grown produce, farm-raised meats, baked goods, and handmade gifts from Connecticut’s Veteran Farmers and Artisans.

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Farm Marketing Workshops

Farmers will meet with marketing professionals in small groups through short, rotating sessions designed for focused discussion and practical guidance.

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Market Strong for Business Growth

This is a FREE, six week series to promote business growth for Farmer Veterans. It’s designed for Farmer Veterans with at least three years of owning an agricultural business, or with regular annual sales revenue.

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Hello CT Talks with Farmer Veterans

The Hello Connecticut program recently featured the Veteran Farmers market that’s coming up on August 4.

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Press Conference Promotes Farmers Market

Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz held a Capitol News Briefing to discuss the 2nd Annual Homegrown by Heroes Veteran Farmers Market.

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Podcast Features Veterans Farmers Market

For the People podcast talks with CT RC&D about the upcoming Veterans Farmers Market.

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Hello CT Previews Farmers Market

The Hello Connecticut program recently featured the Veteran Farmers market that’s coming up on August 4.

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August 4 Farmers Market

Join us on August 4, 2025, for a farmers market featuring products from Connecticut’s Veteran Farmers.

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Great Day CT Interviews Maple Farmer

Navy veteran Joshua Unick talks about his maple syrup operation on Great Day Connecticut.

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Veterans Corner Features CT Veteran Grown

The Veterans Corner, hosted by Veteran Chuck Woodin, speaks with Sarah Layton and two Farmer Veterans about their homegrown products.

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Buy CT Veteran Grown

Hello Connecticut features many the products from the state’s Farmer Veterans, including maple syrup, eggs, bakery items and produce.

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Maple Season at Wilkinson Farm

Great Day Connecticut featured Wilkinson Farm’s maple syrup production during maple season.

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Great Day Connecticut Features Farmer Veterans

Great Day Connecticut featured holiday gift ideas from the state’s Farmer Veterans.

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Farmer Veteran Holiday Gifts Shown on Hello CT

The Hello CT program learned more about upcoming holiday activities from the state’s Farmer Veterans.

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Hello Connecticut Features CT Veteran Grown

The Hello Connecticut program featured Farmer Veterans in this delicious interview.

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Connecticut East Podcast Talks With CT Veteran Grown

We talk with two Farmer Veterans about their farms and about the state’s Homegrown by Heroes campaign.

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Served Then, Still Serving Now Documentary

CT Veteran Grown has created a compelling Mini-Documentary that explores the lives of Connecticut Farmer Veterans.

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Flood Recovery Resources Available

A number of resources are available to farmers who were affected by this summer’s flooding.

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Podcast Features CT Veteran Farmers Market

For the People aired a special report on the July 13 Veteran Farmers Market in Southbury, Connecticut.

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Homegrown by Heroes Farmer’s Market

Veteran Farmers are bringing a special farmer’s market to Southbury, Connecticut on July 13.

We offer Connecticut's Farmer Veterans one-on-one assistance in marketing, website development, and business planning.

One-on-One Assistance

We’re offering Connecticut’s Farmer Veterans one-on-one assistance in marketing, website development, and business planning.

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Former Marine Named CT Outstanding Young Farmer

Jared McCool, who previously served in the U.S. Marine Corps, was named Connecticut’s 2024 Outstanding Young Farmer.

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Farmer Veterans Celebrate Agriculture Day

Connecticut’s farmer veterans went to the State Capitol for exhibits and a presentation to veteran Jared McCool for 2024 Young Farmer of the Year.

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Farmer Veterans Virtual Business Trainings

These virtual webinars are designed to equip and empower Farmer Veterans with strategic business skills.

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Voices of CT Veteran Grown Podcast Series

Many thanks to Renee DiNino from i-heart radio for sitting down with us to discuss the launch of the new CT Veteran Grown branding effort to support CT’s Farmer Veterans.

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Farmer Veteran Virtual Trainings

New self-paced and live trainings for Farmer Veterans in Connecticut, to help grow your business.

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iHeartRadio Features CT Veteran Grown Program

Many thanks to Renee DiNino from i-heart radio for sitting down with us to discuss the launch of the new CT Veteran Grown branding effort to support CT’s Farmer Veterans.

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Veteran-owned Farm in Coventry Commits to the Holiday Spirit

A crew from Fox61 recently featured a Connecticut Farmer Veteran on the “Work in Connecticut” segment.

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