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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/2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
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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/2026-02-10/
CATEGORIES:School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251223T150230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T150230Z
UID:10000124-1770811200-1770814800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Northeast Extension Fruit Consortium Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/northeast-extension-fruit-consortium-webinar-series-2/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Online\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000146-1770919200-1770924600@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:School
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000147-1771351200-1771356600@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-02-17/
CATEGORIES:School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251223T150230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T150230Z
UID:10000125-1771416000-1771419600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Northeast Extension Fruit Consortium Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/northeast-extension-fruit-consortium-webinar-series-2/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Online\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T142838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T142838Z
UID:10000130-1771524000-1771527600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Protecting What Matters: A Practical Look at Farm Insurance and Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:Join local Farm Family agent\, Thea Champlin\, for a down-to-earth look at farm insurance and risk management. With years of experience working on horse farms\, Thea—owner of The Champlin Agency—shares real-life stories and simple\, practical strategies to help farmers protect what matters most and keep their operations resilient. \nTo register\, visit the York County Farmers’ Network Speaker Series webpage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/protecting-what-matters-a-practical-look-at-farm-insurance-and-risk-management/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000148-1771524000-1771529400@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000149-1771956000-1771961400@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251223T150230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T150230Z
UID:10000126-1772020800-1772024400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Northeast Extension Fruit Consortium Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/northeast-extension-fruit-consortium-webinar-series-2/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Online\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T143105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T143105Z
UID:10000131-1772128800-1772132400@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Basics of Greenhouse Technology
DESCRIPTION:A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for Maine growers. Topics include: \n\nTypes of greenhouse structures and materials\nHeating\, cooling\, and ventilation systems\nBasic automation and environmental controls\nCommon challenges and low-cost solutions for small and mid-size farms\n\nThe session also covers how greenhouse systems can extend the growing season\, improve crop quality\, and support farm profitability. \nTo register\, visit the York County Farmers’ Network Speaker Series webpage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/basics-of-greenhouse-technology/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000150-1772128800-1772134200@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-02-26/
CATEGORIES:School
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000151-1772560800-1772566200@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-03/
CATEGORIES:School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251223T150230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T150230Z
UID:10000127-1772625600-1772629200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Northeast Extension Fruit Consortium Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/northeast-extension-fruit-consortium-webinar-series-2/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Online\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T143405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T143405Z
UID:10000132-1772733600-1772737200@extension.umaine.edu
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/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000152-1772733600-1772739000@extension.umaine.edu
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/
CATEGORIES:School
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000153-1773165600-1773171000@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-10/
CATEGORIES:School
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251223T150230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T150230Z
UID:10000128-1773230400-1773234000@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Northeast Extension Fruit Consortium Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/northeast-extension-fruit-consortium-webinar-series-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Online\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000154-1773338400-1773343800@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-12/
CATEGORIES:School
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20260204T151242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T151242Z
UID:10000163-1773734400-1773763200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Maine Vegetable and Fruit School 2026
DESCRIPTION:This day-long school is sponsored by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Vegetable and Small Fruit Growers Association.  Lunch will be provided so pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated. Walk-ins are welcome but lunch will not be guaranteed. Online registration will close on March 12th. \nFor more information\, please visit the Maine Vegetable and Fruit School webpage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/maine-vegetable-and-fruit-school-2026/
LOCATION:University of Southern Maine Lewiston\, 51 Westminster Street\, Lewiston\, Maine\, 04240
CATEGORIES:Event,School
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000155-1773770400-1773775800@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-17/
CATEGORIES:School
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20260309T162258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T183505Z
UID:10000164-1773819000-1773849600@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Preseason Tree Fruit Meeting
DESCRIPTION:University of Southern Maine\, Lewiston Campus\, Room 170\n51 Westminster Street\, Lewiston\, ME\nAttendance qualifies for 4 pesticide applicator recertification credits. \nPreregistration is NOT required. The $30 registration fee is due at the door\, but is waived for two people per member farm of the Maine State Pomological Society. Associate members get one free waiver per membership. In case of bad weather\, we will follow the University of Southern Maine storm line message at 207-780-4800 on whether to cancel the meeting. \nAgenda\n7:30am Registration\, Coffee\, Meet & Greet \n8:00am Introduction — Glen Koehler\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension \n8:15am Weather Effects on Pesticide Application Results. — Ron Lemin\, Vegetation Management Consultant \n9:00am Best Options for Modern Apple Scab Management. — Dr. Kerik Cox\, Cornell AgriTech \n9:50am Heritage Orchard Apple Cultivar Preservation. — C.J. Walke\, Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association \n10:10am Break \n10:30am Fire Blight Research: Biorationals & other Multi-state Project Findings. — Kerik Cox \n11:30am Maine Farmer Wellness\, Ag Mediation\, AgrAbility support programs. — Dr. Leslie Forstadt\, University of Maine Cooperative Extension \n11:55am Maine State Pomological Society update. \n12:10pm Lunch. Pizza\, salad\, beverage from Sam’s Italian Foods. \n1:00pm Summer Foliar\, Fruit\, and Shoot Disease Management. — Kerik Cox \n1:30pm New tools for orchard management. — Trevor Hardy\, Brookdale Fruit Farm & Brookdale Farm Supplies \n2:10pm Break \n2:30pm Ag supplier update. — Tim Donovan\, Paris Farmers Union; Fred Daigle\, Nutrien \n3:00pm NRCS Programs for Tree Fruit Growers. —  Julie McGivern\, State Agronomist\, Natural Resources Conservation Service \n3:30pm Maine Board of Pesticides Control Update. — Alexander Peacock\, Maine Board of Pesticides Control \n4:00 pm Adjourn \n  \n 
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/preseason-tree-fruit-meeting-3/
LOCATION:University of Southern Maine/Lewiston Auburn College
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T143602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T143602Z
UID:10000133-1773943200-1773946800@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Build a Better Business Workshops – York County
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on workshop series for business owners seeking practical tools and new insights to strengthen and grow their operations. Content includes financial modeling\, business strategy mapping\, resilience planning\, and cultivating a growth mindset. Offered in York County beginning at 1:00 PM\, with refreshments and an early dinner included. Participants may choose a half-day or full-day format. Thanks to York County Executive Committee funding\, this $100 workshop is subsidized to $25. Attendees will leave with actionable steps\, meaningful connections\, and a clearer path to business growth. \nTo register\, visit the York County Farmers’ Network Speaker Series webpage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/build-a-better-business-workshops-york-county/
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000156-1773943200-1773948600@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-19/
CATEGORIES:School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000157-1774375200-1774380600@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-24/
CATEGORIES:School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000158-1774548000-1774553400@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-26/
CATEGORIES:School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20260325T134226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T134226Z
UID:10000165-1774949400-1774969200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Buying and Selling Local: Farm Marketing Strategies and Wholesale Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to develop marketing strategies for your farm? Are you trying to create your brand? \nJoin University of Maine Cooperative Extension\, a farmer panel and local business owners for a FREE ag marketing event. For more the day’s agenda and to register\, visit the Farm Marketing Strategies and Wholesale Perspectives event page.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/buying-and-selling-local-farm-marketing-strategies-and-wholesale-perspectives/
LOCATION:University of Maine Farmington North Dining Hall (Olsen Student Center)\, 111 South Street\, Farmington\, Maine\, 04938
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000159-1774980000-1774985400@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-03-31/
CATEGORIES:School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T163357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T163357Z
UID:10000160-1775152800-1775158200@extension.umaine.edu
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/2026-04-02/
CATEGORIES:School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260601T031114
CREATED:20251230T143952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T143952Z
UID:10000134-1775757600-1775761200@extension.umaine.edu
SUMMARY:How to Develop a Marketing Strategy for Your Farm Business
DESCRIPTION:A practical workshop led by Sustainable Agriculture and Farm Business Management Educator Brett Johnson. Participants will explore best practices in farm marketing\, including market research\, developing a customer profile\, and creating a marketing strategy that captures more value and supports long-term profitability. Content is appropriate for both beginning and experienced producers\, with the goal of helping participants build a functional marketing plan. \nTo register\, visit the York County Farmers’ Network Speaker Series webpage.
URL:https://extension.umaine.edu/highmoor/event/how-to-develop-a-marketing-strategy-for-your-farm-business/
CATEGORIES:Event
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