‘It is a pretty exciting time for pears.’ Heirloom pears, both European and Maine varieties, are beginning to get attention in Maine.
Maine agriculture
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Franklin County apple producers see some issues, but apples are there to pick
Orchards in Farmington and New Sharon are open for picking.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Windsor Fair brings 3 generations of poultry showing and new events
The 10-day long fair runs through Sept. 2 and offers different events each day.
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US agriculture chief announces $1.9 million loan to build a solar project in West Gardiner
Small businesses, including farms, will receive federal money to install rooftop and ground-mounted solar projects, low-energy lighting, heat pump systems and help to advance clean energy projects.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Farms in central and western Maine at or near peak for summer growing season
This summer has been much better than 2023 for crop yields in most places, but heat and humidity are taking a toll for some.
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L. Herbert ‘Bussie’ York of Farmington is remembered as ‘icon’ and community leader
Family, friends, colleagues and officials pay tribute to longtime farmer.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Watch: After a record-breaking day for the Monmouth Fair, a gloomy Saturday brings out the women for Woodsman’s Day
In a record-breaking year for the Monmouth Fair, about seven women turned out to compete in Saturday’s Woodsman’s Day events.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Pittston Fair returns to its roots with new June dates that signal fresh start to Maine’s fair season
Maine’s agricultural fair season kicks off this week with the Pittston Fair, which is returning to its historic June start date for the first time in many years.
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Watch: Leeds vineyard blooming like never before at budding business
WillowsAwake Winery looks for bountiful harvest with more vines coming into full production.
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Rustic Roots Farm expands, adds New Sharon facility
Everything on the menu in the restaurant portion features local farms with every dish having something from Franklin County in it, according to the owner.