A course to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to start, adapt, and maintain a profitable land or sea-based business. This multi-session course is designed to help you evaluate potential land or sea-based businesses and understand the core concepts of business planning including: market research, marketing, funding, financial record keeping and sustainability. Successful completion […]
The annual Maine Forage Conference is an excellent opportunity for members of the dairy, equine, beef cattle, small ruminants, and other livestock industries to come together, learn about forages from subject matter experts and colleagues, have good food, and attend a trade show. The 2024 agenda promises the participation of featured speakers, a farmer panel, […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on November 12 & 19. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees will also participate in an experiential educational activity, learn about the […]
Shorter days and colder temperatures are the perfect excuses to gather! Join Gabby Brodek and a 4-H volunteer who will lead youth in making seasonal crafts – miniature dolls, holiday cards and envelopes. The pop-up workshop is open to youth ages 5-18, space is limited to 15 participants. The event is free, registration is required. […]
Engage in science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) topics and skills with 4-H staff and volunteers throughout the 2025 year! Targeted for youth ages 9-15, this program allows youth to explore a variety of STEAM projects through hands-on activities that build curiosity, confidence and a growth mindset. Each month 4-H Science Fridays will have […]
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s popular three-hour workshop, Recipe to Market, covers the basics to take a favorite recipe or idea and start a food business. This workshop will introduce participants to important topics, such as an overview of the specialty foods industry, business basics to consider, and an overview of the product development […]
Led by master beekeeper Andrew Dewey, the eight-week course will cover a range of topics essential to beekeeping, including the honeybee colony, hive construction, seasonal management, pests and diseases, and honey production. Participants will gain valuable knowledge and practical skills to start their own beekeeping journey. The course fee is $75 per person, or per […]
Thinking about becoming a 4-H volunteer? We are looking for people to help youth find their spark and thrive! We offer lots of ways to be involved depending on your time and interests. Join us for two one-hour virtual sessions to help you with your decision. By the end of the two-part series, you will […]
Youth will ensemble their own Eco-Bot, learn how it functions, and use the robot to perform a simulated environmental cleanup project. Engage in science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) topics and skills with 4-H staff and volunteers throughout the 2025 year! Targeted for youth ages 9-15, this program allows youth to explore a variety […]
