This workshop will help interested home composters find a system that’s right for them, whether they have a yard or a small back porch.
UMaine Cooperative Extension
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Upcoming UMaine Cooperative Extension webinars
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension has announced two upcoming webinars covering home composting and the impact of climate change on gardens. The webinars will be presented via Zoom. Registration is required. Cost for each webinar is $15 but sliding scale fee options are available. For more information or to register, visit the Programs […]
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Maine 4-H Foundation receives $15K
BRIDGTON — The Maine 4-H Foundation has received a $15,000 donation to the support youth from AT&T in Maine. The funds will support science, engineering and technology education for children aged 5-18. The University of Maine Cooperative Extension delivers a vast number of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math)-based 4-H educational programs for youth […]
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Workshops to teach maple syrup production set
In-person and virtual options will be offered.
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Maine wreath-makers ring in the holiday season with balsam fir tradition
Maine produces millions of wreaths per year thanks to its abundant pine trees, which some farmers trim for a second source of income.
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Extension calendar celebrates farming with local art
All proceeds from the sales will support the Maine Agricultural Mediation Program and its efforts to assist farmers and promote sustainable agriculture in Maine.
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Pass the cranberries: Maine growers embrace intense demand of holiday season
While many Maine cranberry bogs had a good harvest this year, growers are grappling with the holiday rush.
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UMaine Extension to host parasite management workshops
Workshops, set for November and April, are for small ruminant producers.
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Virtual 4-H Climate Civic Action Series begins Oct. 28
University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is leading a three-part, virtual series on climate change action for ages 12-18. Sessions are set for 4:30-5:30 p.m. Mondays, Oct. 28, Nov. 14 and Nov. 11 via Zoom. Participants can learn about climate change from global and local perspectives and explore opportunities for individual action to make a […]
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Explore Maine’s aquaculture industry with new virtual field trips from 4-H
University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is launching of virtual field trips, a way for youth learners to explore Maine’s aquaculture industry. These immersive online experiences bring aquaculture to life, offering participants the chance to step inside cutting-edge facilities and learn directly from industry experts. Through the power of virtual reality and accessible browser-based tools, […]