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UMaine Extension offers farm tractor safety courses this spring

Sidney and Topsham, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer two multi-session farm tractor safety courses this spring. The Kennebec County session will be held on Monday evenings (and one Thursday) at Kramer Tractor, 2400 West River Road in Sidney, starting April 14. The Androscoggin/Sagadahoc counties session will be held on Tuesday evenings […]

students at Cave Hill School identifying ticks

Adult volunteers needed to help 4-H youth understand ticks

Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is seeking adult volunteers in Cumberland, Androscoggin, Sagadahoc and York counties to become 4-H Tick Project Mentors. Mentors will guide youth in learning about ticks and tick safety using engaging hands-on activities offered through the 4-H Tick Project. “Understanding ticks is crucial for both human and environmental […]

UMaine Extension offers vegetable and fruit school on March 25

Lewiston, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Vegetable and Small Fruit Growers Association are hosting a Maine Vegetable and Fruit School from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m on March 25 at the University of Southern Maine Lewiston Campus, 51 Westminster Street. Topics include pest management for beans, lettuce and carrots; weather […]

forest of maple trees harvested for syrup in autumn

Extension maple expert to present at workshops for beginners in southern Maine and online

Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is collaborating with several local organizations in York and Androscoggin counties to present a series of maple sugaring workshops for beginners and small-scale producers in January and February. There is also an online option hosted by the Maine Organic Farmers and Growers Association. All of the programs […]

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Volunteers needed to lead the Food for Thought 4-H STEM Challenge

Lisbon Falls, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will hold a Food for Thought 4-H STEM Challenge workshop for volunteers from 3-5 p.m. on January 16 and 30, 2025 at the Androscoggin/Sagadahoc office, 24 Main Street, Lisbon Falls. This workshop is geared toward adults who want to learn more about how to help youth […]

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UMaine Extension offers no-till training at Stonecipher Farm

Bowdoinham, Maine – The Maine New Farmers Project at University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a farm visit on June 19, 2024 from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. at Stonecipher Farm, 1186 River Road, Bowdoinham. Farmer/owner Ian Jerolmack will discuss no-till farming techniques and marketing. This event is geared toward people interested in starting […]

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