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PublishedSeptember 19, 2021
Dairy farmers have an opportunity, if only the state would help
Don't milk cows. Grow plant-based proteins instead. The switch would benefit farmers, farm towns and the Maine economy, but government assistance is needed.
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PublishedAugust 19, 2020
Dairy farmers, specialty crop growers see most Maine coronavirus aid
Farmers in the state have received nearly $20 million in total.
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PublishedJuly 12, 2020
An increased appetite for local food keeps farm stores bustling in Maine
The farms are also trying harder to reach customers directly, updating websites and holding sales.
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PublishedApril 23, 2020
Already in an unpredictable business, farmers face more uncertainties than ever
As planting season looms, the state's farmers wonder what to plant, how much to plant and how to sell it safely.
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PublishedDecember 22, 2019
Green Plate Special: As the North Pole melts, Santa is vulnerable
This year, offer him vegan cookies and oat milk, and help stave off climate change, in a small way.
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PublishedDecember 7, 2019
Minot to celebrate oldest citizen with open house
An open house is planned for Sunday to celebrate Noella Hemond, Minot’s oldest citizen, who turns 100 on Christmas Day.
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PublishedNovember 16, 2019
Maine milk producers holding their own in face of changing tastes
The bankruptcy of Dean Foods, the country's largest milk producer, could have some impact in Maine, where milk production and values have remained relatively stable for the last decade.
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PublishedOctober 20, 2019
Green Plate Special: A new diet for cows to cut methane emissions?
Seaweed supplements could just help save the planet.
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PublishedSeptember 8, 2019
From feta to American slices, a ranking of cheeses by healthfulness
Cheese lovers rejoice! Research is starting to suggest dairy fats may have a neutral-to-positive effect on the heart.
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PublishedAugust 21, 2019
Maine Farm Days rolls out robotic milking demonstration
Maine Farm Days at Misty Meadows Farm on Hill Road in Clinton Wednesday and Thursday provides a look at what goes on at a working farm.
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