Please join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Greater Franklin Food Council during The Farmer Resource and Networking Day. This is an opportunity for farmers, prospective farmers and community members to connect with Ag Service Providers and each other while learning about programs and services available to help support farmers.
Participants will hear talks from local farmer panelists and ag service provides such as, the Natural Resource and Conservation Service (NRCS), Farm Service Agency (FSA), Maine Farmland Trust (MFT), Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA), UMaine Extension and others while enjoying provided snacks, refreshments and lunch. This event is sponsored by Bangor Savings Bank and United Insurance, Farmington.
This program is open to all but is focused on those with farming interests in Franklin and surrounding counties.
Registration is free but limited to 35 participants. Registration deadline Sunday, February 18.
For more information or questions regarding accessibility please contact Nick Rowley 207.778.4650, nicholas.rowley@maine.edu.