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FARMING

Conservation Stewardship Program applications due by June 14

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service  has announced that the application deadline for the 2013 Conservation Stewardship Program is June 14. Applications for CSP are ...

ENVIRONMENTAL | FARMING | OUTDOORS

American Society of Dowsers annual convention has speakers Paxton Robey and Raymond Grace

LYNDONVILLE, Vt. — The American Society of Dowsers will hold its 54th annual convention June 5-10, at Lyndon State College, Lyndonville, Vt. Keynote speaker will ...

BUSINESS | FARMING | GOVERNMENT | POLITICS

Legislative Forum at UMF to focus on genetically engineered food

FARMINGTON, Maine — The University of Maine at Farmington will host a Legislative Forum at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 21, in the North Dining Hall ...

ENVIRONMENTAL | FARMING

USDA Announces Second Sign-up Period to Protect Maine’s Working Farms

Project proposals will be accepted through May 3. To help protect working agricultural lands in Maine, Juan Hernandez, State Conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources ...

FARMING | NON-PROFITS

Forum to focus on Farmland Protection Issues

ELLSWORTH, Maine — “Striking a Balance” organizers announce the 26th forum in the development-related workshop series at the VFW Hall at 419 Main St. (Washington ...

COMMUNITY | FARMING | NON-PROFITS

How-To Workshop on Organic Gardening at the Blue Hill Public Library

Interested in learning how to grow your own vegetables in a sustainable manner? The Blue Hill Public Library will host an evening-long workshop on how ...

BENEFITS AND FUNDRAISERS | COMMUNITY | FARMING

Public supper in North Brewer-Eddington on March 16

NORTH BREWER and EDDINGTON, Maine — A public supper featuring beans, casseroles, salads, pickles, rolls and pies will be held Saturday, March 16, at North-Brewer ...

FARMING

Coalition providing assistance to new farmers

BANGOR, Maine — Are you a new farmer? Do you need help navigating the various programs and services available to help you succeed in your ...

ENVIRONMENTAL | FARMING

NRCS funding available to restore Maine wetlands

BANGOR, Maine — The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Maine has funding available to protect, restore, and enhance wetlands through the Wetlands Reserve ...

BUSINESS | FARMING

Perry’s Famous Clams meets Farm to Table

SEARSPORT, Maine —  The Brick House Restaurant announces the exciting joining of forces Shawn Stemp and Angie Kibbe Stemp who bring a combined 50 years ...