09/07/2026
The Goshen Fair never disappoints.
I had a great time meeting some of the next generation of leaders in Connecticut agriculture and learning more about the Housatonic Valley Agricultural Science and Technology Program. I spoke with students interested in everything from veterinary science and livestock to plant science, pollination, and soil testing.
Then I met an especially impressive young woman, Avery Hutton. Avery came through the 4-H program, raises and breeds her own livestock, and has developed an incredible knowledge of the industry. She is now judging livestock competitions and traveling around the country doing what she loves.
She is knowledgeable, confident, and a wonderful public speaker.
Congratulations, Avery. You are an inspiration and a great example of what the next generation of Connecticut agriculture can become.