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Farming for a Living Down East (So, You Want to Farm in Maine?)

UMaine Extension Washington County 116 O'Brien Avenue, Machias, ME, United States

So, You Want to Farm in Maine: A short course for individuals who want a profitable Farm operation. Dates: 4 afternoons, November 5, 8, 13, and 15, 2018. Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Location: UMaine Extension Washington County, 28 Center St., Machias, ME. Cost: $50 per person (includes 4 afternoon classes and textbook "Starting Your Own Farm Business" by Sarah Beth Aubrey). This multi-session course is designed for any farmer or beginning farmer who wants to start…

$50
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Sheep 101 Class

UMaine Extension Washington County 116 O'Brien Avenue, Machias, ME, United States

The workshop is designed for new sheep farmers and others wanting to learn more about sheep breed selection, husbandry, health, nutrition, reproduction, housing, and handling. Extension assistant professor and state livestock specialist Colt Knight will also provide insight on the lamb market in the U.S. The workshop concludes with a freshly prepared leg of lamb lunch and carving demonstration.

Free

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Swine 101 Seminar

UMaine Extension Washington County 116 O'Brien Avenue, Machias, ME, United States

Colt Knight, UMaine Extension assistant professor and state livestock specialist, will talk about breed selection, reproductive information, nutrition, fencing, housing and meat yield. A smoked pork meal will be provided.

Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training

Bluebird Restaurant Main Street, Machias, United States

Who Should Attend Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, farm food safety best practices, and co-management of natural resources and food safety. The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in […]

$25

Downeast Agriculture Conference – Land-Sea Connections

Pellon Center Machias, ME, United States

The goal of this new event is to bring agricultural education and resources to Hancock and Washington counties and connect farmers with other farmers, stakeholders, and organizations. Both land and […]

Wild Blueberry Conference – Bangor

Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor 500 Main Street, Bangor, United States

Agenda Morning Session (2 PA Credits) 8:30-9:30: UMaine Research Update, Dr. Lily Calderwood, Assistant Professor and Extension Wild Blueberry Specialist, Anthony Ayers and Becky Gumbrewicz, Graduate Students 9:30-10:15: Insect Pest Management, Dr. Phillip […]

Covid-19 Maine Wild Blueberry Webinar

Agenda Introductions: Eric Venturini, Wild Blueberry Commission of Maine University Update: Lily Calderwood, UMaine Extension Wild Blueberry Specialist Nancy McBrady, State of Maine DACF Jorge Acero, Maine Department of Labor (Migrant Labor Programs) Steven McKinney, US Department of Labor (Labor Laws and Covid-19) Cameron O'Brien, Senator Collins Office Dave Lavway, Farm Service Agency Open Q […]

Free

Raising Backyard Poultry – Online Zoom Course

Registration Required Online Zoom Session- Participants will receive Zoom information after registration.  Prospective and beginning small-scale poultry egg producers will gain a general understanding of what it takes to raise poultry in their backyard. This program will be lead by Donna Coffin, UMaine Extension Professor and Dr. Colt Knight, UMaine Extension Livestock Specialist. Topics will include poultry […]

Free
Cooperative Extension in Washington County
University of Maine Machias Campus: O'Brien House, 116 O'Brien Avenue Machias, Maine 04654
Tel: 207.255.3345 or 1.800.287.1542 (in Maine) Fax: extension.washington@maine.edu
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