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SUMMARY:Non-Thermal Seed Treatment Solutions for Organic Farming Systems
DESCRIPTION:Ensuring high-quality\, pathogen-free seed is essential for organic crop production\, yet organic standards limit conventional chemical treatments. This seminar highlights emerging non-thermal\, non-chemical sanitation methods—particularly pulsed electric fields (PEF) and ozone-based technologies. Participants will learn how PEF disrupts microbial cells through electroporation\, and how ozone provides rapid microbial inactivation without harmful residues. Both approaches show promise in reducing bacterial and fungal pathogens while maintaining seed vigor and improving germination. This session equips organic growers with scientific insights and actionable guidance for implementing innovative seed-treatment solutions that align with organic certification. \nTo register\, visit the York County Farmers’ Network Speaker Series webpage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/non-thermal-seed-treatment-solutions-for-organic-farming-systems/
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SUMMARY:Boots to Bushels - Market Farmer Training for New England
DESCRIPTION:Online Course: January 20 — April 2\, 2026\nClasses held: Tuesday and Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.\nCost: $195 for 11 weeks of online instruction (scholarships available)\nFor: Beginning Farmers (less than 10 years of farming experience)\, Veterans\, Veteran Family Members \nClasses are taught by subject matter experts and cover topics including vegetable and fruit production\, Integrated pest and disease management\, crop Planning\, soil health\, produce safety\, farm business\, business structure\, farm marketing\, funding your farm through loans and grants\, farm stress\, conflict resolution\, tractor safety and more! \nTo apply\, visit URI’s Boots to Bushel webpage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/boots-to-bushels-market-farmer-training-for-new-england/2026-03-05/
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