Week of Events
2026 Maine Meat Cutting School
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 […]
Sunday, March 15, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, March 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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March 17, 2026 –2026 Maine Vegetable and Fruit School in Lewiston
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Virtual EventMarch 17, 2026 –4-H Maine App Challenge Series
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Virtual EventMarch 17, 2026 –Maine Agriculture Mediation Program Spring Book Club
2026 Maine Vegetable and Fruit School in Lewiston
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. […]
4-H Maine App Challenge Series
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 […]
Maine Agriculture Mediation Program Spring Book Club
Want to turn that bad feeling in the pit of your stomach and avoidance into a productive, learning conversation at home and on the job?! Join our no-cost, virtual book club focused on Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most (3rd Edition) written by communication experts and based on data from the Harvard Negotiation […]
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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Virtual EventMarch 18, 2026 –4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club
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March 18, 2026 –Plant-Based on a Budget Workshop in Lisbon Falls
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Hybrid EventMarch 18, 2026 –Somerset County Spring Farm and Garden Series – Tomato Production
4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club
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 […]
Plant-Based on a Budget Workshop in Lisbon Falls
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer “Plant-Based on a Budget” on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 5–7 p.m. at the Androscoggin-Sagadahoc County Extension office, 24 Main Street, Lisbon Falls. The hands-on workshop is designed for adults interested in preparing affordable plant-based meals. Participants will learn practical strategies for shopping and meal planning, and will […]
Somerset County Spring Farm and Garden Series – Tomato Production
Please join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production topics suitable for the home gardener to the farmer. There will be a total of four sessions, a mix of classroom lectures and discussion, and refreshments will be provided. Register for one or all. Attend virtually or in person. Learn […]
Thursday, March 19, 2026
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March 19, 2026 –Build a Better Business Workshop in York County
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Virtual EventMarch 19, 2026 –Cumberland MGV Education Series: Creating Monarch and Pollinator Habitat on Private Lands Webinar
Build a Better Business Workshop in York County
Ready to take your business to the next level? Build a Better Business is a set of hands-on workshops designed for business owners who want practical tools, fresh insights, and real results. Choose from a half-day or full-day experience (with locally catered lunch and snacks!), and dive into topics of: financial modeling; business strategy mapping; resilience planning; […]
Cumberland MGV Education Series: Creating Monarch and Pollinator Habitat on Private Lands Webinar
Join Hannah Mullally, from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, for an engaging presentation on how private landowners can play a vital role in monarch butterfly and pollinator conservation. This webinar will explore the fascinating lifecycle and migration journey of the monarch butterfly, along with the essential habitat components these iconic insects need to survive […]
Friday, March 20, 2026
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Virtual EventMarch 20, 2026 –Growing & Marketing Specialty Potato Varieties Webinar
Growing & Marketing Specialty Potato Varieties Webinar
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 […]
Saturday, March 21, 2026
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March 21, 2026 –Eastern Maine ROOTS Gathering in Machias
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March 21, 2026 –The Natural Dye Garden: Plants, Color, and Process in Biddeford
Eastern Maine ROOTS Gathering in Machias
Eastern Maine Regional Opportunities in Ocean, Timber, and Soil (EMROOTS) is a gathering space for people who live, work, and care for the lands and waters of Downeast Maine and connected regions. EMROOTS elevates diverse perspectives across agriculture, forestry, and fisheries to spark collaboration and shared learning. Through this annual event, we cultivate creativity, dedication, […]
The Natural Dye Garden: Plants, Color, and Process in Biddeford
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 […]
