King-backed bill would force USDA to pay farmers’ federal contracts

Despite a judge's orders and the Trump administration's promise to release the funding, farmers across the country, including in Maine, are still waiting for millions in federal reimbursements for agricultural conservation projects.

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association seeks ambassadors

This program invites participants to work together to advocate for organic farming and foster sustainable communities.

Apple celebration event set for Unity Oct. 20

This year’s event will be held  at MOFGA's Common Ground Education Center at 294 Crosby Brook Road in Unity.

Organic dairy farmer appreciates extraordinary everyday moments

Annie Watson of Sheepscot Valley Farm in Whitefield is a first-generation farmer, an MOFGA board member and an 'artist at heart.'

The lost pears of Maine

'It is a pretty exciting time for pears.' Heirloom pears, both European and Maine varieties, are beginning to get attention in Maine.

Maine organic farmers to sue EPA over forever chemicals in sludge

The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association claims that federal law requires the EPA to regulate toxic pollutants in sludge and take steps to prevent them from harming humans and the environment.

Organic orcharding workshop series to begin March 9

Hundreds ride passenger trains to Common Ground Country Fair

The Belfast and Moosehead Lake railroad runs two trains to and from the fair, one from Thorndike and the other from Unity.

The winners and losers of Maine’s 2023 growing season

Area farmers faced unusual weather conditions this summer, from a late spring frost to persistent hard rains. Based on their reports, here are the crops that fared the best and worst in Maine (so far).

Unity association to host Empty Bowls Supper June 10

This year’s event is coordinated with Farm & Homestead Day at MOFGA.