Staff
Kim Stinson, Director
The importance of having a personal connection to the work is what led Kim to work in the nonprofit sector. Her passion for the outdoors, and specifically outdoor recreation and a rural lifestyle, ultimately provided the foundation to cement her career path in support of these activities. Growing up in New Hampshire and actively involved in equestrian sports, skiing and hiking, Kim went on to obtain her BS in Environmental Science from Johnson State College with a focus on natural resources. Soon after graduating, she made the move to Alaska where she spent a decade skiing as much as possible! It was her time on snow which first introduced her to nonprofit work as a search and rescue dog handler. When Kim moved back to Vermont in 2013, she traded time on skis for time on her bike, which launched her into the local mountain bike industry where she continues to work as the Executive Director for the Ridgeline Outdoor Collective in support of public access to multi-use trails and backcountry glades in the central Green Mountains. Outside of “work” time, Kim can be found supporting her daughter’s passion for competitive horseback riding, and managing her home garden.
The importance of having a personal connection to the work is what led Kim to work in the nonprofit sector. Her passion for the outdoors, and specifically outdoor recreation and a rural lifestyle, ultimately provided the foundation to cement her career path in support of these activities. Growing up in New Hampshire and actively involved in equestrian sports, skiing and hiking, Kim went on to obtain her BS in Environmental Science from Johnson State College with a focus on natural resources. Soon after graduating, she made the move to Alaska where she spent a decade skiing as much as possible! It was her time on snow which first introduced her to nonprofit work as a search and rescue dog handler. When Kim moved back to Vermont in 2013, she traded time on skis for time on her bike, which launched her into the local mountain bike industry where she continues to work as the Executive Director for the Ridgeline Outdoor Collective in support of public access to multi-use trails and backcountry glades in the central Green Mountains. Outside of “work” time, Kim can be found supporting her daughter’s passion for competitive horseback riding, and managing her home garden.
Board of Directors
Theresa Snow, President
Theresa grew up on the west facing side of Elmore Mountain in Morrisville. She studied Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Management at Sterling College in Craftsbury Common, VT and has worked in Vermont’s agricultural sector for nearly 30 years. She founded the Vermont-based non-profit Salvation Farms, receiving regional and national awards for this work. Beyond working with Vermont farmers, community organizations, state agencies, and many individuals to achieve mission-based work, she has worked with others nationally focused on food waste reduction and advancing the development of socially and environmentally food systems.
“I see the Vermont Farm Show not just as an important event but an invaluable organization. Vermont’s agricultural and working lands heritage is so rich and diverse. Our rural traditions and land-based ways are vital to ensuring a healthy and resilient future for our state. I see the Vermont Farm Show as being a “big tent” organization, one that values all sizes and types of farming and land-based work. And, most importantly, one that can bring all types of people together to ensure a strong future of farming and land-based enterprise thrive in Vermont.”
Theresa grew up on the west facing side of Elmore Mountain in Morrisville. She studied Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Management at Sterling College in Craftsbury Common, VT and has worked in Vermont’s agricultural sector for nearly 30 years. She founded the Vermont-based non-profit Salvation Farms, receiving regional and national awards for this work. Beyond working with Vermont farmers, community organizations, state agencies, and many individuals to achieve mission-based work, she has worked with others nationally focused on food waste reduction and advancing the development of socially and environmentally food systems.
“I see the Vermont Farm Show not just as an important event but an invaluable organization. Vermont’s agricultural and working lands heritage is so rich and diverse. Our rural traditions and land-based ways are vital to ensuring a healthy and resilient future for our state. I see the Vermont Farm Show as being a “big tent” organization, one that values all sizes and types of farming and land-based work. And, most importantly, one that can bring all types of people together to ensure a strong future of farming and land-based enterprise thrive in Vermont.”
Fred Putnam, Jr., Vice President
I grew up on and was an active worker on our family dairy farm in the Connecticut River Valley of New Hampshire. Even as I moved on after college to employment with the U.S.D.A., I still helped out regularly with the real work of the farm.
In more recent years, I have moved into a different segment of the agricultural world, still producing agricultural food commodities. Along with my wife, we own a small business producing quality honey, honey bee colonies, and products of the hive, plus we sell a bit of delicious SH2 sweet corn - agricultural "specialty crops."
I actively participate on the Vermont Farm Show Foundation Board of Directors with a strong belief in its new mission. I encourage emphasis on the diverse nature of agriculture in Vermont at all scales, bringing new focus to the thousands of small, family-owned small agricultural producers like those you see at farmers' markets, or farm stands as you travel Vermont back roads. I fully support the new year-round education mission for both the agricultural community and the public. And finally, I want to see a continued emphasis on linking Vermont agricultural producers, processors, and Vermont consumers at all scales.
I grew up on and was an active worker on our family dairy farm in the Connecticut River Valley of New Hampshire. Even as I moved on after college to employment with the U.S.D.A., I still helped out regularly with the real work of the farm.
In more recent years, I have moved into a different segment of the agricultural world, still producing agricultural food commodities. Along with my wife, we own a small business producing quality honey, honey bee colonies, and products of the hive, plus we sell a bit of delicious SH2 sweet corn - agricultural "specialty crops."
I actively participate on the Vermont Farm Show Foundation Board of Directors with a strong belief in its new mission. I encourage emphasis on the diverse nature of agriculture in Vermont at all scales, bringing new focus to the thousands of small, family-owned small agricultural producers like those you see at farmers' markets, or farm stands as you travel Vermont back roads. I fully support the new year-round education mission for both the agricultural community and the public. And finally, I want to see a continued emphasis on linking Vermont agricultural producers, processors, and Vermont consumers at all scales.
Dave Martin, Treasurer
Dave Martin grew up in Swanton, VT and has raised sheep in Underhill for over 30 years. His farm is based in a 19th-century dairy barn that has not had a cow in it for over 40 years. The 1840 Vermont Ag Census reported that there were 3300 sheep in Underhill and hardly any dairy cows. Dave has attended Vermont Sheep and Goat Association meetings at the Farm Show in Barre and Champlain Valley Expo for many years. He joined the Vermont Farm Show board in 2013. Dave participated in the re-imagining of the Vermont Farm and is excited by this new effort to celebrate Vermont’s diverse agricultural sector.
Dave Martin grew up in Swanton, VT and has raised sheep in Underhill for over 30 years. His farm is based in a 19th-century dairy barn that has not had a cow in it for over 40 years. The 1840 Vermont Ag Census reported that there were 3300 sheep in Underhill and hardly any dairy cows. Dave has attended Vermont Sheep and Goat Association meetings at the Farm Show in Barre and Champlain Valley Expo for many years. He joined the Vermont Farm Show board in 2013. Dave participated in the re-imagining of the Vermont Farm and is excited by this new effort to celebrate Vermont’s diverse agricultural sector.
Shelby Biasini, Secretary
Shelby Biasini grew up on her family’s 65 cow dairy farm consisting of Holsteins and Brown Swiss in Morrisville, VT. She spent her younger years in 4-H competing in dairy quiz bowl and showing her dairy animals. Shelby studied Applied Dairy Management at the Thompson School of Applied Science and finished with her associates degree. She continued for two more years completing several internships and finished her Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems in 2018.
Shelby has busied herself with being a field representative and certified milk inspector for the National Farmers Organization for seven years. She works with dairy farmers in VT, NH and parts of NY. When she is not working for NFO, she can be found working on her family’s farm and creamery. Shelby still makes time to show her Brown Swiss and even can be found training for her upcoming Spartan races.
Shelby joined the Vermont Farm Show Board in May 2024 and plans to remain very active throughout the planning of the next Vermont Farm Show. She is determined to utilize her resources and experiences to pull together the next best event for New England agriculture and beyond.
Shelby Biasini grew up on her family’s 65 cow dairy farm consisting of Holsteins and Brown Swiss in Morrisville, VT. She spent her younger years in 4-H competing in dairy quiz bowl and showing her dairy animals. Shelby studied Applied Dairy Management at the Thompson School of Applied Science and finished with her associates degree. She continued for two more years completing several internships and finished her Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems in 2018.
Shelby has busied herself with being a field representative and certified milk inspector for the National Farmers Organization for seven years. She works with dairy farmers in VT, NH and parts of NY. When she is not working for NFO, she can be found working on her family’s farm and creamery. Shelby still makes time to show her Brown Swiss and even can be found training for her upcoming Spartan races.
Shelby joined the Vermont Farm Show Board in May 2024 and plans to remain very active throughout the planning of the next Vermont Farm Show. She is determined to utilize her resources and experiences to pull together the next best event for New England agriculture and beyond.
Michelle (Chel) Brewster
My name is Michelle, and I live in Westford with my husband, youngest daughter, and a plethora of animals. We keep a small farm of Draft Horses, Mini Donks, and Chickens, plus all our indoor cats and dogs. We grow much of our own produce, and process our own firewood/lumber off our forested 79 acres. My husband is a hobby Woodworker, and I am a Quilter/Longarmer. I also sit on the Board of the Vermont Horse Council.
I joined the Vermont Farm Show Foundation to provide a voice for Equines in Vermont's Agriculture, and to share my passion for small farms, and the "locavore" movement.
My name is Michelle, and I live in Westford with my husband, youngest daughter, and a plethora of animals. We keep a small farm of Draft Horses, Mini Donks, and Chickens, plus all our indoor cats and dogs. We grow much of our own produce, and process our own firewood/lumber off our forested 79 acres. My husband is a hobby Woodworker, and I am a Quilter/Longarmer. I also sit on the Board of the Vermont Horse Council.
I joined the Vermont Farm Show Foundation to provide a voice for Equines in Vermont's Agriculture, and to share my passion for small farms, and the "locavore" movement.
Adrienne Card
My name is Adrienne Card, and I am a mother of three and a local farmer in both Massachusetts and Vermont. Throughout my journey as a parent and agriculturalist, I have been deeply committed to growing alongside my children—supporting their interests through active volunteer roles and leadership in their activities. Serving as a club leader in two states and as a dedicated 4-H advocate, I have seen first hand the powerful impact that youth engagement in agriculture has on shaping our future.
Growing up without a strong farming community around me, I quickly fell in love with the land and agricultural heritage of Vermont. That passion led me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Food and Animal Science at the University of Vermont, where I also participated in the CREAM program and a semester at Miner Institute. Since then, I have served on Farm Bureau committees in both Massachusetts and Vermont while helping support our family’s commercial beekeeping business.
After college, my husband and I began managing a herd of American Aberdeen cattle. Raising and caring for these animals has deepened my appreciation for the farming community and the lessons it teaches about resilience, stewardship, and collaboration.
Over the past year, my family has worked diligently to support and protect farmers in our Massachusetts town. Together with community members, we helped establish an Agriculture Commission and adopt a Right-to-Farm bylaw—efforts that strengthened local agricultural protections. As we continue to grow our farm, we have also expanded our outreach, building connections across our state, region, and beyond.
Joining the Vermont Farm Show Board felt like a natural and meaningful next step. With roots in youth agricultural leadership and hands-on farming experience, I bring both the perspective of the communities I serve and a strong commitment to fostering connections between established farmers and those just beginning their journey.
My name is Adrienne Card, and I am a mother of three and a local farmer in both Massachusetts and Vermont. Throughout my journey as a parent and agriculturalist, I have been deeply committed to growing alongside my children—supporting their interests through active volunteer roles and leadership in their activities. Serving as a club leader in two states and as a dedicated 4-H advocate, I have seen first hand the powerful impact that youth engagement in agriculture has on shaping our future.
Growing up without a strong farming community around me, I quickly fell in love with the land and agricultural heritage of Vermont. That passion led me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Food and Animal Science at the University of Vermont, where I also participated in the CREAM program and a semester at Miner Institute. Since then, I have served on Farm Bureau committees in both Massachusetts and Vermont while helping support our family’s commercial beekeeping business.
After college, my husband and I began managing a herd of American Aberdeen cattle. Raising and caring for these animals has deepened my appreciation for the farming community and the lessons it teaches about resilience, stewardship, and collaboration.
Over the past year, my family has worked diligently to support and protect farmers in our Massachusetts town. Together with community members, we helped establish an Agriculture Commission and adopt a Right-to-Farm bylaw—efforts that strengthened local agricultural protections. As we continue to grow our farm, we have also expanded our outreach, building connections across our state, region, and beyond.
Joining the Vermont Farm Show Board felt like a natural and meaningful next step. With roots in youth agricultural leadership and hands-on farming experience, I bring both the perspective of the communities I serve and a strong commitment to fostering connections between established farmers and those just beginning their journey.
Michael Drewry
I was raised in a rural community in Virginia where my ancestors have farmed for generations. I have an agricultural degree along with business and law degrees. I am licensed in both Virginia and Vermont. I am passionate about agriculture and rural communities. I support Vermont agriculture because it sustains rural communities, protects working lands and strengthens local food systems. I am serving on the board with the hope that my background can assist in strengthening Vermont agriculture and education of citizens on its importance. My wife, Amy and I split time between Elmore, Vermont and Wakefield, Virginia."
I was raised in a rural community in Virginia where my ancestors have farmed for generations. I have an agricultural degree along with business and law degrees. I am licensed in both Virginia and Vermont. I am passionate about agriculture and rural communities. I support Vermont agriculture because it sustains rural communities, protects working lands and strengthens local food systems. I am serving on the board with the hope that my background can assist in strengthening Vermont agriculture and education of citizens on its importance. My wife, Amy and I split time between Elmore, Vermont and Wakefield, Virginia."
Chris Callahan, Ex-Officio Member
UVM Extension
Chris has expertise in postharvest handling and storage, food safety, protected culture, and sustainable agriculture. He is an engineer who works in the food system. As the leader of the UVM Extension Agricultural Engineering program and in his role as Extension Professor of Agricultural Engineering he works closely with food producers and processors in the northeast to overcome challenges of quality, effectiveness, profitability, and safety. His work focuses on growing fruits and vegetables as protected culture in high tunnels and greenhouses, improving postharvest handling and storage of food crops, value-added processing, advancing food safety among small and medium scale producers and small processors, and expanding the use of sustainable energy practices in the food system. He also serves as the Director of the Northeast Center to Advance Food Safety (NECAFS) and is a consulting engineer. Chris lives in Cambridge, NY and works out of the Extension office in Bennington, VT.
UVM Extension
Chris has expertise in postharvest handling and storage, food safety, protected culture, and sustainable agriculture. He is an engineer who works in the food system. As the leader of the UVM Extension Agricultural Engineering program and in his role as Extension Professor of Agricultural Engineering he works closely with food producers and processors in the northeast to overcome challenges of quality, effectiveness, profitability, and safety. His work focuses on growing fruits and vegetables as protected culture in high tunnels and greenhouses, improving postharvest handling and storage of food crops, value-added processing, advancing food safety among small and medium scale producers and small processors, and expanding the use of sustainable energy practices in the food system. He also serves as the Director of the Northeast Center to Advance Food Safety (NECAFS) and is a consulting engineer. Chris lives in Cambridge, NY and works out of the Extension office in Bennington, VT.
Scott Waterman, Ex-Officio Member
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets
Scott is a 7th generation Vermonter, whose father’s side of the family begins all the way back in the early 1800s in East Hardwick, and whose mother’s family took hold in Newfane after the Great Depression. Scott spent much of his youth traveling around Vermont, especially to Newfane, which inspired a love for all of Vermont’s heritage, landscapes, and culture. Growing up in Shelburne brought a different kind of Vermont experience, contrasting the extreme rural nature of Newfane, and an appreciation that our state offered something for everyone, while still staying true to the truths of Vermont: hard work, stewardship of the environment, passion for the woods, fields and animals, family and community, and respect for the individual.
Scott’s grandfather was a ham radio operator and taught him the love of technology and the mystery of connection through communication. His other grandfather was a professional photographer. Growing up in a family that watched WCAX every night, instilled a desire to use that love of connecting through technology a little closer. Upon graduating from college, Scott landed his first television job at WVNY, then transitioned to WCAX as a news photojournalist. For 25 years, Scott traveled the state, telling the stories of Vermonters through the television set. It reinforced the experiences of his youth, that the state and its people are unique and special, and deserve to be recognized.
That is why Scott now works for the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets as its Director of Communications. Vermont’s farmers and food producers are the backbone of the Green Mountain State, and their stories, both inspiring and challenging, are important to share. Scott’s service on the Vermont Farm Show Board is an extension of all that has come before….a recognition of the special people, place and lifestyle that makes Vermont unique and needs to be experienced, preserved, and shared.
“The Vermont Farm Show has been a showcase of rural life in Vermont. When it returns, it will continue this tradition, and evolve as Vermont has, to tell the story of Vermont’s farmers, educate the public, and share the benefits of our farming community…a vital part of our state’s culture and heritage.”
Scott and his wife Shelly have raised two daughters in Vermont and are proud to continue to call the state home.
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets
Scott is a 7th generation Vermonter, whose father’s side of the family begins all the way back in the early 1800s in East Hardwick, and whose mother’s family took hold in Newfane after the Great Depression. Scott spent much of his youth traveling around Vermont, especially to Newfane, which inspired a love for all of Vermont’s heritage, landscapes, and culture. Growing up in Shelburne brought a different kind of Vermont experience, contrasting the extreme rural nature of Newfane, and an appreciation that our state offered something for everyone, while still staying true to the truths of Vermont: hard work, stewardship of the environment, passion for the woods, fields and animals, family and community, and respect for the individual.
Scott’s grandfather was a ham radio operator and taught him the love of technology and the mystery of connection through communication. His other grandfather was a professional photographer. Growing up in a family that watched WCAX every night, instilled a desire to use that love of connecting through technology a little closer. Upon graduating from college, Scott landed his first television job at WVNY, then transitioned to WCAX as a news photojournalist. For 25 years, Scott traveled the state, telling the stories of Vermonters through the television set. It reinforced the experiences of his youth, that the state and its people are unique and special, and deserve to be recognized.
That is why Scott now works for the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets as its Director of Communications. Vermont’s farmers and food producers are the backbone of the Green Mountain State, and their stories, both inspiring and challenging, are important to share. Scott’s service on the Vermont Farm Show Board is an extension of all that has come before….a recognition of the special people, place and lifestyle that makes Vermont unique and needs to be experienced, preserved, and shared.
“The Vermont Farm Show has been a showcase of rural life in Vermont. When it returns, it will continue this tradition, and evolve as Vermont has, to tell the story of Vermont’s farmers, educate the public, and share the benefits of our farming community…a vital part of our state’s culture and heritage.”
Scott and his wife Shelly have raised two daughters in Vermont and are proud to continue to call the state home.
