UMaine Cooperative Extension

Events from this organizer




  • 2026 Maine Vegetable and Fruit School in Lewiston


    Univeristy of Southern Maine Lewiston Campus


    51 Westminster Street, Lewiston, United States

    This day-long school is sponsored by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Vegetable and Small Fruit Growers Association.  Lunch will be provided so pre-registration is encouraged and appreciated. Walk-ins are welcome but lunch will not be guaranteed. Online registration will close on March 12th. Please contact Highmoor Farm at 207.933.2100 for questions. […]


    $50


  • 4-H Maine App Challenge Series



    4-H Maine App Challenge Series



    Virtual Event

    The 4-H Maine App Challenge series will provide an introduction to Tyler Technologies’ Maine App Challenge and provide guided support for developing an app. This will be a series for ages 13+ that focuses on the foundations of developing a web-based application, including introduction to the Maine App Challenge. Participants will engage in design thinking, prototyping, and problem […]


    Free


  • 2026 Maine Meat Cutting School


    Dr. Matthew Highlands Pilot Plant, Room 165, Hitchner Hall


    7 Portage Road, Orono, United States

    The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is working with the School of Food and Agriculture, the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, and the University of Kentucky to offer a three-day course in professional meat cutting/processing, with a third day set aside for any spillover and classroom learning objectives. This course includes both classroom and […]


    $500


  • 4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club



    4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club



    Virtual Event

    The 4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club will provide an introduction to what artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are. This will be a 6 session series for ages 9+ that focuses on the foundations of AI, including introduction to AI, pattern recognition, human versus machine learning, AI in daily life and ethical awareness. Participants […]


    Free


  • Growing & Marketing Specialty Potato Varieties Webinar



    Virtual Event

    Consumer interest and demand for fresh-market potato varieties with unique size, shape, color and taste profiles has been on the rise. The trend presents exciting market opportunities for specialty crop producers. Brett Johnson, UMaine Extension sustainable agriculture and farm business management educator, will give an overview of practices involved in growing and marketing specialty potato […]


    Free


  • The Natural Dye Garden: Plants, Color, and Process in Biddeford


    McArthur Library


    270 Main Street, Biddeford, United States

    Explore the practical and creative world of dye gardening. This presentation covers the key plants for a dye garden and their growing requirements, how to build a surprisingly wide color palette from your own backyard, and the natural dyeing process — with a touch of historical context and a look at some of the creative […]


    $30


  • Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Waldoboro


    Knox-Lincoln Cooperative Extension Office


    377 Manktown Road, Waldoboro, United States

    Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management, business planning, how to get started with a new field, expertise on a particular subject, to sharing […]


    Free


  • 4-H Maine App Challenge Series



    4-H Maine App Challenge Series



    Virtual Event

    The 4-H Maine App Challenge series will provide an introduction to Tyler Technologies’ Maine App Challenge and provide guided support for developing an app. This will be a series for ages 13+ that focuses on the foundations of developing a web-based application, including introduction to the Maine App Challenge. Participants will engage in design thinking, prototyping, and problem […]


    Free


  • Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Big Yields on Small Plots



    Spring Gardening Webinar Series



    Virtual Event

    Gardening in a small space doesn’t need to be limiting! In this workshop we’ll discuss strategies such as succession and companion planting, trellising, and season extension to maximize the harvest potential in your garden. Participants will leave with practical steps to grow more food for themselves, their families, and their communities. Speaker info: Carrick Gambell, Urban […]


    Free – $15