LEWISTON — University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Vegetable and Small Fruit Growers Association are set to host a Maine Vegetable and Fruit School from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, at the University of Southern Maine Lewiston Campus, 51 Westminster St.
Topics include pest management for beans, lettuce and carrots; weather monitoring and pest management; potato disease identification; crop insurance; alternative berry crops; and food safety.
The event will feature a virtual visit to Tougas Farm in Northborough, Mass., where owner Mo Tougas will share experiences and insights on diversifying growing practices.
Presenters include extension experts and representatives from Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. Pesticide applicator training credits and Certified Crop Advisor credits are available.
The cost is $45, which includes lunch. Registration is requested by Saturday, March 22; walk-ins are welcome, but lunch will not be guaranteed for those participants. In case of bad weather, check the university’s weather hotline announcement at 207-780-4800.
For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Stephanie Wright at 207-933-2100 or stephanie.wright@maine.edu. To register visit extension.umaine.edu.
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