Orono, Maine — The Maine dairy community honored Rainbow Valley Farm and the Bragg family of Sidney as the 2025 Maine Dairy Farm and Family of the Year, part of the New England Green Pastures Award. The Bragg family was recognized by their peers for their strong dedication to stewardship, innovation and community involvement in […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a Fall Open House at the Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4-H Science and Engineering Learning Center on Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. The event will take place at 491 College Ave., Orono. This free public event will introduce youth and families to UMaine Extension’s […]
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Waterville, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the annual Maine Forage Conference from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Monday, October 27 at the Governor’s Ballroom, 376 Main Street, Waterville. The event is an opportunity for producers to gain expert insights into forage management, soil health and pest challenges through presentations as […]
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Orono, Maine — Registration is open for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension Business Planning for Producers course. This multi-session, web-based course offers a comprehensive introduction to business planning and is designed for aspiring and beginning producers who have up to two years of business records. Participants will learn the skills needed to identify financially […]
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Damariscotta, Maine — The Knox-Lincoln Counties Extension Association will hold its annual meeting and open house on Thursday, Oct. 23 from 4-6 p.m. at Morning Dew Farm, 245 US Route 1 in Damariscotta. Rain date will be Monday, Oct. 27. Attendees will meet staff and board members from University of Maine Cooperative Extension and learn […]
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Lisbon Falls, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a Vegetarian and Vegan Cooking Workshop on Wednesday, November 19, 5:00 p.m., at the Androscoggin/Sagadahoc Cooperative Extension office, 24 Main Street, Lisbon Falls. The hands-on workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning the basics of vegetarian and vegan diets. Participants will explore the […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting online informational sessions for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers. Participants can choose from several options, including 6–7 p.m. on October 15 or 3–4 p.m. on October 16. Additional dates and times can be found on the program webpage. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” […]
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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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