We have invited state and federal experts to talk with the wild blueberry industry about production issues related to Covid-19. Topics will include labor, ways to work safely, farm loan programs, and the new CARES Act.
Introductions: Eric Venturini, Wild Blueberry Commission of Maine
Quick University Update: Lily Calderwood, UMaine Extension Wild Blueberry Specialist
Nancy McBrady, State of Maine DACF
Jorge Acero, Maine Department of Labor (Migrant Labor Programs)
Steven McKinney, US Department of Labor (Labor Laws and Covid-19)
Cameron O’Brien, Senator Collins Office
Dave Lavway, Farm Service Agency
Open Q and A
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