November 2018
Beginning Sheep Farmer Workshop
Sheep 101 Program Register online The University of Maine will be hosting Sheep 101, a new sheep farmers workshop, beginning November 5, 2018 in five counties. The workshop is designed to educate new sheep farmers or anyone wanting to learn more about sheep breed selection, husbandry, health, nutrition, reproduction, housing, and handling. Dr. Colt Knight will go over basics of sheep production, and also provide insight on the lamb market in the USA. This workshop will cover basics in lamb…
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Maple Syrup Half-Day Workshops Jan. 18, 2020-Springvale
Join experienced sugarmakers for two great workshops in one day! $10 per workshop, or register for both and pay just $15 9am to 11:30am - Intro to Backyard Sugaring: Maple Syrup 101. This morning workshop will include demonstrations and discussions on all aspects of making maple syrup- the sweetest gift of nature-in your own backyard. 12:30pm to 3pm- Scaling up Your Operation: Sap Collection 201. In the afternoon the focus is on tubing sap collection systems. This workshop is for…
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