U.S. farmers intend to plant more acres of the tofu ingredient for the first time in 35 years, the government says.
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Pullet eggs are smaller but still nutritious – and they’re great deviled
They’re part of the natural laying cycle and, ounce for ounce, the nutritional content of the yolks and whites is identical to larger eggs.
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Meet the 2018 Russell Libby Agricultural Scholarship winners
This year’s crop of farming scholarship winners are full of passion, pluck and plans.
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The Entrepreneur: In age of online groceries and megamarts, Rosemont Market proves small shops can thrive
The six-location market, which earns the Source Award for Entrepreneur, builds community by bringing shoppers and farmers together.
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The Trailblazer: Maine State Prison teaches inmates to garden, compost, recycle
Their work on the prison’s sustainability initiative earns Capt. Ryan Fries and Mark Hutchinson the Source Award for Trailblazer.
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The Farmer: Maine Grain Alliance has ‘changed the face of bread and baking’
The nonprofit has helped bring back grain farming for baking and brewing, earning the Source Award for Farmer.
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Emily Sharood planned on doing graphic design, but organic mushroom farming drew her in
The seed was first planted when she began a permaculture project with her brother; today, Sharood and her family move 3,000 pounds of mushrooms a week.
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South Portland greenhouse plan envisions grow space for multiple restaurants
Planning board approval follows discussion about pesticide use and whether marijuana cultivation will be allowed.
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Green Plate Special: If cheese is smoked, you’ll need less of it, lightening your footprint on the Earth
And have we got some tasty Maine-made smoked ricotta for you!
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Editor’s letter: Aspiring farmers, apply now for scholarships!
Three Russell Libby Agricultural Scholar Awards are up for grabs, with an application deadline of March 1.