Cooperative Extension: New Farmers

Labor Movement Monday, June 2 — 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 8 — 5:00 p.m. Sliding-Scale: $0-$30 Movement health and wellness from an athletic perspective for those whose livelihoods rely on their body. Discussion of how athleticism fits into physical labor and what movement self-advocacy is. Topics covered include: overall health related to athlete well-being learn […]

Take farm soil health practices to the next level. These sessions are for farmers who have experience with soil health practices and want to build on those outcomes and benefits. Topics will include crop rotation considerations, advanced cover cropping techniques, enhanced soil amendment use, and reduced tillage. Weekly zoom sessions on Tuesdays for 7 weeks […]

Labor Movement 4-part Zoom Series Tuesdays, May 27 — June 17 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Sliding Scale $0 – $45 For those interested in in-depth coverage of risk avoidance and management of musculoskeletal injuries. Information will include movement self-advocacy and considerations for implementing change within a farm's strategies. ​ May 27: Movement Health, Self-Advocacy, […]

Location: UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Road, Falmouth, ME 04105 Registration: Sliding Scale $10, $15, $20 In home and urban gardens, trellis systems allow growers to make the most of their footprint and grow beautiful and healthy crops. Participants in this workshop will learn about crops that grow vertically, and best practices […]

Explore the principles of sustainable land use and the art of cut flower production in this informative workshop, offered through in cooperation with our colleagues at Penn State Extension. Whether you're interested in sustainability, beauty, or both, this workshop offers valuable insights for gardeners and growers alike. For more information and to register, visit the […]