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UMaine Extension presents 4-H goat workshop at Dover-Foxcroft farm

Dover-Foxcroft, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will host a Goat Workshop on Sunday, August 10 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Maison de Chevre, 162 Bolton Road in Dover-Foxcroft.  Sadee Mehuren, 4-H Animal Science Professional, will facilitate a hands-on overview of goat care and handling for youth ages nine and older. […]

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red pine trees and garlic mustard

UMaine Extension to host invasive plant workshop in Piscataquis County

Dover-Foxcroft, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP), Maine Forest Service (MFS) and Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District, will present an Invasive Plant Educational Workshop on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Congregational Church, 824 […]

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UMaine Extension to host parasite management workshop in Dover-Foxcroft for small ruminant producers

Dover-Foxcroft, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a ruminant parasite management workshop and FAMACHA certification workshop on Saturday, April 19 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 1441 Dexter Road in Dover-Foxcroft. Producers of small ruminants (sheep, goats, llamas and alpacas) are invited to learn about common parasites and their management. Hands-on activities […]

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UMaine Extension 4-H to host annual youth public speaking showcase 

Dover-Foxcroft, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Piscataquis County will host the annual Speak Up, Maine 4-H! Public Speaking Showcase from 1-3 p.m. on March 15 at Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street. Local 4-H youth will present either a demonstration or an illustrated talk for the judges and the public. In […]

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Volunteer Kate Fergola from Northern Light Mayo Hospital helps Extension Community Education Assistant Laurie Bowen hand out tomato seedlings during the 2023 Black Fly Festival in Milo

UMaine Extension to distribute tomato seedlings in Piscataquis County May 28-June 5

Dover-Foxcroft, Maine — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension will be giving away tomato seedlings at various locations in Piscataquis County May 28 – June 5. Distribution sites will include Abbot, Dover-Foxcroft, Greenville, Monson, Guilford, Sangerville and Milo. Seedlings can also be picked up at the Piscataquis County office during regular office hours May 29-31 […]

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