Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station

Learn about foraging edible and medicinal wild plants and fungi with David Spahr. We will be examining commonly found “spring things” including nutritious greens, their uses, and their niche in the local ecology with detailed descriptions of plant habitat. Tools, equipment,safety and best practices will be reviewed. David Spahr is the author of Edible and […]

The Monmouth Fair is brought to you by the Cochnewagan Agricultural Association, established in 1907. Our goal is to provide entertainment and education on agricultural matters through shows, displays, and demonstrations. We hope to provide a space where the public can celebrate agriculture while having a great time. You don’t have to spend a lot […]

Meet University of Maine researchers and students studying Maine's blueberry industry. Learn about innovations is blueberry crop management, harvesting practices, pest control and more. Researchers working at the Blueberry Hill Farm, a University of Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station, will be hosting a field day at the end of June. Come enjoy information sessions, […]

Come enjoy crafts, artisans, music, and of course strawberries at the 49th Annual South Berwick Strawberry Festival! The South Berwick Strawberry Festival is all about volunteerism and giving back to the community. All proceeds from the festival go back to our participating Non-Profit organizations.

Old Crow Ranch will host a Family Style Potluck Pig Roast on Saturday, July 6th from 5-9 pm. This is a VERY family friendly gathering to eat good food and enjoy the summer together. Tickets are $15/per person + a potluck offering to share, kids under 12 are free. Please, one potluck offering of 4-6 […]

The fair takes place annually and celebrates agriculture in the state of Maine. Nestled among the rolling hills and beautiful farmlands in Union, Maine, the fair includes activities and entertainment for all age groups. We invite you to explore our 4-H Exhibits, Livestock Shows and Auctions, Exhibition Hall, Demolition Derbies, Harness Racing, Fireworks, Live Music […]

Join researchers, students, and volunteers at Rogers Farm on Bennoch Rd. in Old Town to learn about the current activities on the farm. Researchers and students will be giving talks about their ongoing studies and how the results can provide insights valuable to agriculture in Maine. You will also learn about volunteer and learning opportunities […]

"The friendliest of fairs!" The fair seeks to foster an appreciation for rural living in our community. We achieve this by hosting public events, demonstrations and exhibits which celebrate the industry, agriculture, food, art and craft of rural New England. Events include Frog  jumping, egg toss, bailed hay, scarecrow, and frisbee contests, and much more! […]

"From Nowhere to Nowhere - Edouard LaCroix's Eagle Lake & West Branch Railroad" Join us and historian Terry Harper as we explore the remarkable history of the "Ghost trains" of the Allagash, The people who built and worked on it and herculean efforts to preserve the locomotives and their place in the mechanization of Maine’s […]

In this course, we will weave a 17” tall basket with premium reed. We will go over the history of pack baskets and what materials have been used. The instructor will go through the process of making the basket step-by-step ensuring all will walk away with a finished basket. The baskets will have a base […]