Scything, which goes back to the ancient Romans, is back in style – and one of the country’s chief suppliers of the scythe is located right here in Perry, Maine.
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Maine farmers make a splash with water buffalo
The Farrar family of Appleton raise their herd for meat and milk, which come with a side order of bovine personality.
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Farmer Jonathan Tibbetts is taking over the family business
Second-generation farmer prepares to take the reins of family farm in Lyman.
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Sara Corey’s a pioneer in the farming industry
At just 23 she’s the youngest to be named Young Farmer of the Year, and the first woman.
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Commentary: Off-road fuel tax exemption would improve Maine’s farming, logging climate
As costs increase, these traditional family-based businesses are having a hard time remaining viable.
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Alan Caron: It’s time to act on climate change
A northern New England loon’s malaria death should spur Maine to once again prioritize investing in clean energy.