Farmers tell Senate panel S.323 should clarify farm exemptions and ease permitting for value‑added activities Farmers and dairy producers told the Senate Agriculture Committee that S.323 should clarify which farm activities are exempt from municipal rules, and witnesses described costly permitting delays — including wastewater and Act 250 interpretations that affected on‑farm kitchens and a dry‑ice business. The committee scheduled more testimony next week.

Farmers are calling on the Senate to refine S.323 to eliminate frustrating permitting barriers that hinder their ability to diversify and thrive.

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