The seed was first planted when she began a permaculture project with her brother; today, Sharood and her family move 3,000 pounds of mushrooms a week.
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Local food sovereignty law proposed at Starks town meeting
The proposal is based on ordinances in other towns that allow farms to bypass regulations and sell goods directly to consumers.
Madison farmer closes snowmobile trail after ‘shocking’ shooting of pregnant cow
Clayton Tibbetts says he doesn’t know who killed the animal, and the local snowmobile club says it’s ‘outraged by the horrible act.’
South Portland greenhouse plan envisions grow space for multiple restaurants
Planning board approval follows discussion about pesticide use and whether marijuana cultivation will be allowed.
Green Plate Special: If cheese is smoked, you’ll need less of it, lightening your footprint on the Earth
And have we got some tasty Maine-made smoked ricotta for you!
Editor’s letter: Aspiring farmers, apply now for scholarships!
Three Russell Libby Agricultural Scholar Awards are up for grabs, with an application deadline of March 1.
Town report dedicated to Anson farm family
The Williamses are active in the community, milking about 500 cows and making Anson ‘a better place.’
After four decades in the business, the cheesemakers at York Hill Farm retire
John and Penny Duncan were in the vanguard of local food producers in Maine, making award-winning goat cheese. Will anyone pick up their torch?
Chef Summit begins in Portland on Thursday
After two days of industry talks, the summit will move to Sunday River for a reception and sold-out Grand Tasting.
Executive director of Maine organic farmers association to retire in late August
The group that certifies the state’s organic agriculture operations has made strong progress during Ted Quaday’s five years at the helm.