Cooperative Extension: New Farmers
Cooperative Extension: New Farmers
Week of Events
Farm Tractor Safety Course
Farm Tractor Safety Course
Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely, how to identify hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving […]
Adaptation in Action: Pond Construction and Maintenance in a Changing Climate
Adaptation in Action: Pond Construction and Maintenance in a Changing Climate
When: Wednesday, April 30 from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Field walk 12:30-2:00 PM (Rain Date: Thursday, May 1) Where: Brodis Blueberries, 87 Jones Hill Rd, Hope, ME 04847 Bring […]
Pond Construction and Maintenance
Pond Construction and Maintenance
Ponds are a key nature-based tool for tackling challenges such as biodiversity loss, and water scarcity. In this workshop, participants learn how to build and maintain a pond to enhance […]
Next Level Soil Health Workshop
Next Level Soil Health Workshop
Join UMaine Cooperative Extension for a full day program focused on taking farm soil health practices to the next level. This program is for farmers who have experience with soil […]
Training the Next Generation of the Green Industry
Training the Next Generation of the Green Industry
This session will highlight lessons learned from the Maine Horticulture Apprentice Training Program—a unique pathway for preparing the next generation of growers and green industry professionals, presented by Becca Long […]