The 5th annual 4-H Agriculture Symposium is an overnight experience for Maine youth ages 13-18. Participants will take part in hands-on learning opportunities, engage with industry professionals on the University of Maine Orono campus, develop leadership skills, and make friendships with teens from around the state. Youth will participate in interactive learning experiences like blueberry […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension can help you achieve your ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. This nationally-recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry, including non-profit organizations. UMaine Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training using the latest ServSafe® Manager Book, 7th Edition Revised, and exam proctoring. Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 (Inclement Weather Date: […]
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s popular three-hour workshop, Recipe to Market, covers the basics to take a favorite recipe or idea and start a food business. This workshop will introduce participants to important topics, such as an overview of the specialty foods industry, business basics to consider, and an overview of the product development […]
Spring Essentials for Landscape and Lawn Care is designed for individuals interested in improving landscape and lawn care practices for the upcoming season. Topics include spring landscape preparation, soil health, pest and weed management and integrated pest management strategies for turf. The presenter is Manjot Sidhu, assistant Extension professor of horticulture and ornamental horticulture specialist at […]
Learn how hedgerows can support healthy, resilient landscapes by managing pests naturally while providing food, shelter, and connectivity for beneficial insects and birds. This interactive, hands-on workshop is presented by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension in partnership with Maine Audubon and will take place at Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden in Old Town. Participants will […]
This 5-week course starts on April 27th at SR1 Equipment in Turner, ME. Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely, how to identify hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the […]
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 […]
A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for Maine growers and gardeners. This session provides an overview of how greenhouse systems create controlled growing environments that can extend the season and improve plant production in northern climates. Topics include: Types of greenhouse structures and materials Heating, cooling, and ventilation systems Basic automation and environmental […]
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 […]
Do you enjoy the art and science of food preservation? Would you like to develop expertise in food preservation? Consider becoming a Master Food Preserver Volunteer. What is a Master Food Preserver Volunteer? Master Food Preserver Volunteers serve to extend Extension’s educational programs in food preservation to adults and youth. Master Food Preserver Volunteer serves […]
