Farmers say they’re already struggling with low hemp prices and fear losing out to bigger companies when licenses to grow cannabis become available.
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Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
A hand pie is just one way to thank the farmers who lend you their hands
Buying local products is another way to show your appreciation for all the work they do.
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Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green tomatoes you know about. But have you tried unripe butternut squash?
The trick is to treat it like a potato in the kitchen. (Also, plenty of creme fraiche and half & half).
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: A new tactic being considered to combat the spotted wing drosophila
The pest destroys as much as 30 percent of Maine’s blueberry crop annually.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
August rains eased drought, but parched areas remain
Less than half of the state was experiencing drought conditions as of Aug. 30, down from 72 percent just over a month ago.
Posted inBusiness, New England, News
Drought-related disaster declared in Rhode Island
The move allows eligible farms to be considered for emergency federal aid.
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Maine Local Living School teaches how to be in relationship with land
While visitors can learn about sustainability and self-sufficiency, founder Chris Knapp wishes most that people leave the Maine Local Living School in Temple with gratitude for connections, relationships and living beings of all kinds.
Posted inBusiness
Gov. Mills announces agriculture infrastructure investment grants
Six area farms and food processors awarded $2.5 million in grants.
Posted inMaine
Rare livestock breeds gain popularity in Maine
Proponents of ‘heritage breeds’ say the animals offer unique genetics that help them to resist heat, to forage and to guard against parasites.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Maine Authors
Book review: Honoring Maine’s organic farming past and embracing the future
A book about 50 years of the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association offers many perspectives on the organization’s history – and its potential future.