Rebecca Long

Coordinator of Horticulture Training Programs
9 Olson Road, South Paris, ME 04281
Phone: 207.743.6329
Email: rebecca.j.long@maine.edu

Rebecca collaborates with experts from the University of Maine and beyond to create educational programs for gardeners and the horticulture industry. She is passionate about bringing a lens of equity and inclusion to her work. Her focuses include climate resilience, native habitat gardening, and soil.

Education:

• M.S., Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems, University of Rhode Island, 2015
• B.A., Philosophy, University of Rhode Island 2008

Work-related Certificates:

•  National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program Instructor Training
• Maine Pesticide Applicators Private Applicator’s License
• Certified Nutrient Management Planning Specialist
• Mental Health First Aid

Professional Organizations:

• Agricultural Water Management Board