MOFGA's Farm Training Project Intro to Crop Production Calyx Farm in Morrill Wednesday, May 3, 5-7 p.m. Join MOFGA’s Crop Specialist Caleb Goossen and Calyx Farm for an introductory workshop on organic crop farming principles. Through a farm walk, Caleb will cover best practices for organic management of soils and crops, while Calyx Farm shares […]
MOFGA's Farmer to Farmer in the Field Friday, May 5th at 5 pm Buckle Farm, Unity, ME Farming, Finances & Finding Balance Jim Buckle & Hannah Hamilton offer their reflections on navigating financial challenges and decision making on their organic vegetable farm. They will touch on topics of establishing a basic understanding of financial statements, […]
For more information and to find out how to register, visit the New Farmer Farm Visit Series - Tractor Safety page.
2023 Maine Meat Cutting School A Three-Day Course in Professional Meat Cutting/Processing May 10, 11, and 12, 2023 The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is working with the School of Food and Agriculture, the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, and the University of Kentucky to offer a three-day course in professional meat cutting/processing, with […]
MOFGA's Farm Training Project Intro to Livestock Handling Hart-to-Hart Farm in Albion Wednesday, May 17, 2-4 p.m Knowing proper handling and first-aid techniques can save lots of money and grief […]
The Northeast Livestock Expo (NELE), a 501(c)3 organization, offers a unique opportunity for livestock producers to market premier breeding stock, meat animals, and participate in educational seminars to ensure food safety and quality farm products. The Northeast Livestock Expo is traditionally held during the third weekend in May at the Windsor Fairgrounds in Windsor, Maine. […]
For more information and to find out how to register, visit the New Farmer Farm Visit Series - Harvest and Storage page.
May 24 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm FREE Venga con otros agricultores y trabajadores agrícolas de habla hispana para una serie de recorridos por granjas sobre diferentes temas de agricultura sostenible. Estos eventos serán totalmente en español. Una comida pot-luck vendrá después del recorrido. No es necesario registrarse. Mario Velázquez Morales, ha trabajado en Stonecipher Farm […]
MOFGA Farm Training Project Safe Labor Movement with Cynthia Flores- Southern Maine Frinklepod Farm in Arundel Wednesday, May 31, 5-7pm This workshop will focus on body mechanics and movement patterns to help avoid potential work related musculoskeletal injuries while farming. We will discuss and practice ideal vs real and ways to modify to get the […]
