UMaine’s Jason Entsminger and Ankit Singh were featured in the latest edition of the Farmers’ Almanac.
“Farmers are using new approaches to engage visitors — from mobile applications to help them find and connect with farms to adventure-themed activities that engage people in the landscape, like zip-lining and trails for e-biking,” Entsminger, assistant professor of entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of Maine Business School and Extension small business specialist, told the publication.
Singh, assistant professor and ornamental horticulture educator at Extension, highlighted an increasing interest in leaf composting. Singh discussed a public perception shift from having “neat” yards toward embracing natural landscaping, where more homeowners are choosing to leave fallen foliage in place.
