Northern Grain Growers Collaborative

NGGC is a vibrant network of growers, bakers, researchers, millers, maltsters, distillers, researchers, seed preservationists, and food system enthusiasts, rooted in Vermont. Our focus is on all aspects of grain production and on cultivating collaboration within the grain community across the northern region. 

Our mission is to promote the growth and renewal of grain cultivation in the Northeast by supporting farmers through education, variety trials, and by building a network of collaborators throughout the grain economy.

FEATURED
 
OUR NORTHERN GRAINS

Explore the diversity of grains and pulses that can grow in our region.

 
FINDING LOCAL GRAINS

Here are some options for locating and sourcing local grains in the northeast.

 
RESEARCH AND TESTING

Understanding grain quality is critical to providing a high-quality product.

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Field Day at Granite Grains

  • Join us for a field day at Granite Grains certified organic farm to explore the future of grain growing in New England. View the event flyer here. Learn about growing grains for malting, distilling, and developing whiskey. Gain an understanding of local and regional markets. Granite Grains farm managers will guide guests through their agronomic practices and how these impact soil fertility, variety selection, rotation, cleaning and drying the crop, and delivering the crop to market.

    WHEN: Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:00 a.m.

    WHERE: Granite Grains, 381 Boston Post Road, Amherst, NH 03031

    COST: FREE. Lunch and beverages provided.

    REGISTRATION: Email Todd Hardie at todd@champlainvalleygrain.com or call (802) 324-0354.

    This field day will feature sessions with:

    • Tyler Murray from Granite Grains Farm

    • Joel Alex and Joe Rinaldo from Blue Ox Malt

    • Heather Darby from the UVM Extension Northwest Crops & Soils Program

    • Northern Grain Growers Collaborative

    To register or for any questions, please contact Todd Hardie at todd@champlainvalleygrain.com or call (802) 324-0354.

The Northern Grain Growers Collaborative works in collaboration with the University of Vermont Extension Northwest Crops & Soils Program.