In fact, the approach in Maine – banning the spread on farmland because of PFAS risks – directly opposes the tack by eco-conscious California. Here’s how the science is evolving.
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Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham farm owners balk at Mosher’s Corner rezoning
The proposal would rezone the Mosher’s Corner neighborhood into agricultural industrial.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
As Johnny’s Selected Seeds marks its 50th year, company looks to expand its reach
David Mehlhorn, the CEO of the Winslow-based company, said he hopes to position it to be a “one-stop shop” for mid-sized farmers and home gardeners across the U.S.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Ban on pesticides with PFAS feeds concern about unintended impacts
Some Maine farmers, including some of its 300 certified organic farmers, worry they soon won’t be able to defend their crops from pests, said Julie Ann Smith of the Maine Farm Bureau.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
EPA considers tougher regulation of livestock farm pollution
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has not revised its rules dealing with the nation’s largest animal operations since 2008.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
After fire, Gorham dairy farm rebuilds for a new generation
An electrical blaze destroyed a 200-year-old barn and forced the family that runs Flaggy Meadow Farm to question what its future would be.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Our farmers need all the help they can get – that includes pesticides
Legislating against chemical agents regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency imperils already-struggling growers.
Posted inAmerican Journal
A mix of modern and historic at Cherry Hill Farm in Gorham
A state-of-the art cow barn is going up next to the restored and reassembled 200-year-old barn at the agricultural heritage preserve.
Posted inMaine
New research lab could give Maine an edge in fight against PFAS contamination chemicals
The University of Maine plans to create a lab to support research that could help farmers with contaminated soils and crops.
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Historic Walnut Crest Farm in Gorham preserves land for future
Dale and Betty Rines enter an agreement with Maine Farmland Trust to forever protect 114 acres from development.