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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sign up for the MOFGA Beginning Farmer Support Hour, a Zoom space designed for beginning farmers who are in their first year of production. These will happen the third Monday […]
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 […]
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, […]
Join us for a free, beginner-friendly virtual workshop exploring the basics of greenhouse technology tailored to the needs of Maine growers. Whether you’re new to controlled environment agriculture or looking to upgrade an existing setup. For more information and registration, visit the York County Farmers’ Greenhouse Technology Basics for Farmers webpage.
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, […]
