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Farming

Published
September 11, 2022

Maine Gardener: A new tactic being considered to combat the spotted wing drosophila

The pest destroys as much as 30 percent of Maine's blueberry crop annually.
Published
September 1, 2022

August rains eased drought, but parched areas remain

Less than half of the state was experiencing drought conditions as of Aug. 30, down from 72 percent just over a month ago.
Published
August 23, 2022

Drought-related disaster declared in Rhode Island

The move allows eligible farms to be considered for emergency federal aid.
Published
August 23, 2022

Maine Local Living School teaches how to be in relationship with land

While visitors can learn about sustainability and self-sufficiency, founder Chris Knapp wishes most that people leave the Maine Local Living School in Temple with gratitude for connections, relationships and living beings of all kinds.
Published
August 19, 2022

Gov. Mills announces agriculture infrastructure investment grants

Six area farms and food processors awarded $2.5 million in grants.

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Published
August 7, 2022

Rare livestock breeds gain popularity in Maine

Proponents of 'heritage breeds' say the animals offer unique genetics that help them to resist heat, to forage and to guard against parasites.
Published
August 7, 2022

Book review: Honoring Maine’s organic farming past and embracing the future

A book about 50 years of the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association offers many perspectives on the organization's history - and its potential future.
Published
August 6, 2022

Keeping it wild for Wild Blueberry Weekend in Maine

Dresden organic blueberry farm hosts visitors, bees.
Published
August 5, 2022

Coastal Maine enters severe drought conditions as dry weather continues

Eight counties on the coast have gone from moderate to severe drought status since last week, according to the latest update from the U.S. Drought Monitor.
Published
July 24, 2022

Maine’s organic grain producers see increasing consumer demand. Can supply keep pace?

Circumstances like the pandemic and weather gave the state's organic grain businesses a boost in recent years. But the dwindling number of organic grain farmers means the future of Maine's grains economy is unclear.