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Basics of composting workshop at Tidewater Farm scheduled for September 11

Falmouth, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a Basics of Composting workshop on Wednesday, September 11, from 5 – 6:30 p.m. at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Road, Falmouth. This workshop for individuals interested in turning food scraps and waste into nourishment for plants will cover the basics […]

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UMaine Extension 4-H to hold fundraisers at the Cumberland Fair

Cumberland, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County 4-H Leaders Association will hold its annual fundraisers during the Cumberland Fair, open daily 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sunday, September 22 to Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 197 Blanchard Road, Cumberland. Funds raised support scholarships, camperships, activities, events and trips for 4-H members in […]

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UMaine Extension 4-H offers online info session for aspiring volunteers in September

Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on September 18 and 25. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees […]

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UMaine Extension to host annual field day and fun run at Rogers Farm

Old Town, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting a Field Day and kids’ Harvest Fun Run on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rogers Farm, 914 Bennoch Road. This seasonal celebration will feature demonstrations, tastings, and art in the garden. Visitors can explore over 30 themed gardens, including […]

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NACAA President Keith Mickler (Georgia) presents the NACAA 2024 Hall of Fame award to North East Region winner Richard Brzozowski, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Professor Emeritus

Longtime UMaine Extension educator Richard Brzozowski honored with National Hall of Fame award

Orono, Maine — Richard Brzozowski, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Professor Emeritus from New Gloucester, was awarded the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA) Hall of Fame Award in July at the 109th Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement Conference held in Dallas, TX. This prestigious honor recognizes Extension educators for a lifetime of exemplary […]

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UMaine Extension to host an invasive plant workshop in Wells on August 26

Wells, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Natural Resource and Conservation Service (NRCS), Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP) and Maine Forest Service (MFS) are hosting an educational workshop on invasive plants on August 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd. Participants will learn about […]

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UMaine Extension to hold business workshop for livestock producers

Waldo, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will hold an Introduction to the Business of Livestock Production workshop on Tuesday, August 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Waldo County Extension office, 992 Waterville Road. Participants will explore the business of livestock production including marketing of livestock products, enterprise budgeting, and what to […]

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