Falmouth, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will hold a garlic growing workshop from 2 – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15 at UMaine Extension Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Road in Falmouth. Grow Your Own Garlic is a hands-on opportunity to learn how to grow garlic from planting to harvest. In this […]
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Machias, Maine — The creativity and dedication of local 4-H youth were on full display this year as part of the annual Washington County 4-H Photography Contest. Open to all enrolled 4-H members, the contest encourages participants to develop communication and expressive arts skills through photography. This year’s entries captured everything from the quiet beauty […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will conclude its Fall Gardening Webinar Series with “A Beginner’s Guide to Composting,” on Tuesday, October 14, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Led by Nick Rowley, UMaine Extension sustainable agriculture and horticulture professional, this webinar will introduce participants to the fundamentals of composting at home. Topics will […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer two online webinars in early October focused on growing native plants, one for aspiring nursery owners and another for home gardeners interested in seed propagation. The first session, “Passion, Patience & Product: Starting a Native Plant Nursery,” will be held Monday, October 6, from 6:00 […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will open registration this month for two comprehensive horticulture education programs designed for aspiring professionals and passionate home gardeners alike. The Maine Horticulture Apprentice Training is ideal for individuals looking to explore a new career path, enhance existing skills, or launch a business in horticulture. This program […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension faculty and staff earned multiple national and regional awards this summer at the 2025 National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA) Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement Conference, with Maine programs recognized for excellence in service, education, communication, and innovation. Horticulture Professional Kate Garland received NACAA’s Distinguished Service […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will present its second fall gardening webinar, “The Late Season Garden: Reflections and Tasks,” from 6–7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23. Horticulture professional Jennifer Cappello-Ruggiero will lead the session, offering insights on the past growing season, what worked well, and what could be improved. The webinar will […]
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Falmouth, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host “Exploring the Herb Garden at Tidewater Farm” from 4:30–6 p.m. on Thursday, September 18 at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth. Members of the herb garden team at Tidewater Farm will provide guided tours of the garden, explaining how to organize, […]
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Orono, Maine — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension Plant Disease Diagnostic Lab recently achieved Core Accreditation through the National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN). This designation highlights the lab’s commitment to excellence in plant disease diagnostics and its vital role in supporting plant health and biosecurity across Maine and the northeastern U.S. Led by Assistant […]
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Falmouth, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a hands-on “Growing a Cut Flower Garden” workshop from 4–5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 11 at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Rd., Falmouth. In this interactive session, attendees will learn how to choose the right flowers, start them from seed, planting and […]
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