2026 Pasture Walk Series
Dr. Jaime Garzon, University of Maine Cooperative Extension forage specialist, will lead five pasture walks in five counties in Maine each year. Come to meet and learn about the production system and forage management of forage producers, identify forage species in the field, learn about climate-smart practices, regenerative grazing, and more.
We welcome local farmers to come out and offer your advice and experience, as well as to hear in real time what it’s like to work with local ag services. Whether a beginner or experienced farmer, or simply interested in the topic, we welcome you!
When: Monday, June 15, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Quill’s End Farm, 192 Front Ridge Road, North Penobscot
Cost: Free
Registration: Register Online
Quill’s End is a community farm based on pasture, using mob-grazing and rotational methods. Their Jersey, Guernsey, and Shorthorn cows thrive on lush forage, producing high-quality dairy and rose veal. They also raise whey-fed pork, pastured poultry, and organic produce, all managed with holistic practices that emphasize soil and animal health.
When: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Duff Farm, 525 White Settlement Road, Hodgdon
Cost: Free
Registration: Register Online
Duff Family Farm is the region’s largest dairy, focusing on organic milk from Holstein and Jersey-cross cattle. They preserve high-quality, chemical-free pastures using management techniques such as strategic tilling and crop rotations involving corn and small grains. This effective approach underpins their organic dairy operations, along with small-scale beef and egg production.
This Pasture Walk is part of the Southern Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District’s “Field Talks” Series. For more information, please reach out to Angela Wotton at 207-254-4126.
When: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: East Forty Farm and Dairy, 2361 Friendship Road, Waldoboro
Cost: Free
Registration: Register Online
East Forty Farm employs sustainable, rotational grazing for their cows and heritage-breed pigs. Their milk is crafted into award-winning Lakin’s Gorges Cheese, and the pigs are fed a special whey-based diet. The farm also produces high-quality, ethically raised 100% grass-fed beef for your kitchen.
When: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Morning Glory Farm, 343 Flat Road, Bethel
Cost: Free
Registration: Register Online
Morning Glory Farm is a small, sustainable homestead dedicated to working harmoniously with nature in a self-sufficient farmstead. They operate a pasture-based poultry system to supply their community with fresh organic eggs, broilers, along with vegetables, fruits, and dairy products.
When: Friday, August 14, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Sparkplug Farm, 198 Campbell Road, Leeds
Cost: Free
Registration: Register Online
Sparkplug Farm in Leeds, Maine, specializes in pasture-raised livestock. It emphasizes high-quality, grass-fed beef from a herd featuring Milking Shorthorn and Devon breeds. These cattle flourish on the hilly landscape through intensive rotational grazing, a sustainable method that maintains the land and delivers top-quality meat.
In the event of unforeseen circumstances, all registered participants will be notified via email.
If you need more information or a reasonable accommodation, please contact Melissa Libby Babcock at melissa.libby1@maine.edu or 207.581.2788.