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PublishedJuly 12, 2020
An increased appetite for local food keeps farm stores bustling
The farms are also trying harder to reach customers directly, updating websites and holding sales.
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PublishedMay 11, 2020
Farms disrupted by coronavirus receive grants from MOFGA, Maine Farmland Trust
A total of $141,100 will be given to 76 farms across the state to help with issues brought on by the coronavirus.
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PublishedApril 23, 2020
MOFGA, Maine Farmland Trust launch grants for farmers disrupted by coronavirus
"Things have really shifted rapidly and a lot of farms have lost sales from market disruptions," said Sarah Alexander, executive director of the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardners Association.
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PublishedMarch 27, 2020
University of Maine, MOFGA search for workers to help dairy farmers during pandemic
‘If those people get sick, someone needs to step in to take over the operations,’ said Richard Kersbergen, extension professor with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. ‘Dairy farming doesn't just stop.’
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PublishedSeptember 21, 2019
At Common Ground fair, dire warnings about pesticide dangers
An investigative journalist talks about how manufacturers and policymakers continue to focus on profit over health.
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PublishedSeptember 17, 2019
Unsung champs of carbon capture, small Maine woodlots can have big impact
Fires in the Amazon this summer have increased global awareness of the role of rainforests in tempering climate change. Less appreciated is the carbon storage capacity of forests like Maine's.
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PublishedJuly 28, 2019
Take the pledge: MOFGA wants you to eat local and organic in August
Support farmers and farm animals, pollinators, Maine's economy and good health – both the soil's and your own.
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PublishedDecember 9, 2018
Trevanna Frost Grenfell is teaching ancient skills in ‘an interesting time to live’
Among the wilderness skills are things like tanning hides.
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PublishedOctober 3, 2018
Maine organic farmers’ group gets $600,000 to train beginners
The federal grant will also be used to help new farmers grow beyond their startup phase.
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PublishedSeptember 12, 2018
Ten tips to help you get the most out of this year’s Common Ground Fair
(where you'll find plenty of excellent vegan food)
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