Mainebiz advances Maine Farm Days Aug. 22, 23
Mainebiz advanced Maine Farm Days, a two-day agricultural fair at Misty Meadows Farm in Clinton from 9 a.m.—4 p.m. Aug. 22 and 23. University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Kennebec County co-sponsors the event, and will offer eight pesticide workshops to provide pesticide recertification credits for working farmers, according to Mainebiz. The event includes exhibits for both farmers and non-farmers to focus on the basics of agriculture rather than rides and other entertainment. The free event typically draws 2,000 to 3,000 people who come to see local commercial farming in action, and offers educational speakers, equipment dealers, vegetable exhibits, baking contests and more. The 1,200-animal farm will operate normally during Maine Farm Days. There are also kid-friendly activities like a milking contest, corn maze and kids’ pedal tractor pull, as well as opportunities to meet the animals, the article states. The event is both beneficial to farmers, and an opportunity for the public to learn about agriculture, Mainebiz reports.