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Where can I buy eggs produced locally in Maine?

Answer: The UMaine Extension Maine Farm and Seafood Products Directory includes farms that sell eggs. You need to open the spreadsheet and check out the column for eggs. The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry has a site Real Maine consumers can type in “eggs” that lists over 240 farms that offer eggs. You […]

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How do you control weeds in an annual pasture?

Question: I want to plant annuals for grazing on 10 acres of established pastureland. We are looking at sorghum-susan grass, and maybe grazing corn. We have tried to do this a couple of times in the past using a no-till drill in existing pastures. Even when we mowed the pastures quite low, the annuals did […]

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How many animals can be housed on one-half acre?

Question: A town code enforcement officer would like to know what the “Right to Food Laws” would be or where to find them. Specifically how many animals a dwelling can have on a half-acre lot and the placement of manure piles with regard to a dwelling. Also, how many animals can be kept in a […]

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How can I keep my poultry healthy?

Answer: Start with vaccinated chicks if possible. Keep their water clean, feed appropriate amounts for the age and use of the birds, make sure their enclosure has good ventilation, protection from predators, and practice bio-security when bringing in new birds or when you have visitors or visit other farms.

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