Now Accepting Nominations for the 2026 Vermont Tree Farmer of the Year

Every year, the Vermont Woodlands Association and the Vermont Tree Farm Committee come together to honor a woodland owner who demonstrates exceptional commitment to caring for their forest. The Tree Farmer of the Year award celebrates thoughtful, responsible forest stewardship and the invaluable role Tree Farmers play in keeping Vermont’s forests healthy, resilient, and productive. We are pleased to announce that nominations for the 2026 Vermont Tree Farmer of the Year are now open. Nominations are due by January 1st.

What We Look For The Tree Farmer of the Year is selected based on:

A nomination submitted by a Tree Farmer, consulting forester, county forester, or any interested community member
A site visit and tour of the property by members of the Tree Farm Committee
Supporting recommendations from those familiar with the Tree Farmer’s stewardship work
The committee considers not only the practices taking place on the land, but also how the landowner shares their work with others through educational programs, outreach, and community engagement..

Nominate a Tree Farmer

Do you know a landowner who exemplifies thoughtful forest stewardship? Someone who cares deeply for their woods and shares that commitment with others? We invite you to submit a nomination for the 2026 Vermont Tree Farmer of the Year. To nominate someone or learn more, please email Kathy Beland at vermonttreefarm@vermontwoodlands.org.