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Maine lawmaker wants state to help farmers affected by federal funding freeze
A proposed bill would create a state-funded no-interest loan program for Maine farmers whose federal contracts are frozen by the Trump administration.
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Wolfe’s Neck Center’s $35 million climate grant caught up in funding freeze
A $335,000 reimbursement for 2 months’ worth of USDA program expenses is on hold.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Experimenting with a local flour that may surprise you
There’s a learning curve as you learn to use Maine Grains’ Organic Black Bean Flour, but expect healthful payoffs.
Posted inBusiness, Food
Rooted Heart Cafe opens in Buxton
The owner aims to make farm-to-table dining accessible and affordable.
Posted inMaine, News
With funds running out, Maine is at a PFAS crossroads
A multiagency presentation before lawmakers warns of the difficulty the state will face trying to meet the needs of residents adversely affected by the spreading of sewage sludge containing forever chemicals.
Posted inTimes Record
Merrymeeting Food Council training new generation of farmers
Merrymeeting Food Council is preparing for the fourth session of its Farm Skills Training Program to educate Mainers about the food system and grow their skills for possible careers in agriculture.
Posted inMaine, News
PFAS contamination found on more than 100 Maine farms
The state’s ambitious multiyear investigation into PFAS contamination from sludge-based fertilizer is not yet halfway done, but costs are mounting as new federal protections arise from mounting scientific evidence of potential human health risks.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Jordan’s Farm to take over Maxwell’s strawberry fields in Cape Elizabeth
Maxwell’s Farm announced that last year would be its final growing season, but Jordan’s Farm will continue the beloved pick-your-own tradition.
Posted inMaine, News
UMaine building statewide network of weather stations
The 26 automated stations will be installed throughout the state to improve forecasts and severe weather alerts, and to help farmers and foresters manage weather-related risks.