UMaine Extension to host land- and sea-based agriculture conference
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the inaugural Downeast Agriculture Conference from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Jan. 18, at the Lee Pellon Center, 90 Main St., Machias. The snow date is Jan. 25.
Both land- and sea-based production topics will be covered, including the future of Maine family blueberry farms, high tunnel crop production, seaweed production, utilization of shared waters, distribution of goods, and value-added products. Grower panels will discuss challenges and collaborations affecting Down East agriculture.
There is no fee to attend; donations are welcome and lunch is included. Register online by Jan. 12. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Mary Michaud at 207.581.3175; mary.michaud@maine.edu. For information on becoming a sponsor or reserving a vendor table, email lily.calderwood@maine.edu. More information also is on the conference website.