Lynne Holland, horticulture professional with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, and Ankit Singh, Maine sustainable agriculture and ornamental Horticulture Educator with UMaine Extension, spoke with MarthaStewart.com about growing witch hazel. “This very versatile shrub is best planted in the very early spring or fall,” Holland said.
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Griffin Dill, an integrated pest management specialist and director of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension Tick Lab, spoke with the Bangor Daily News about tick activity. Overall researchers expect an activity level on par with that of last year, Dill said, adding that summer weather had little effect on tick populations. WGME (Channel 13 […]
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Renae Moran, University of Maine professor of pomology, was interviewed by WFVX (Channel 7) on peach production in Maine. She is testing new peach varieties across the state, utilizing Maine’s coastal climate to moderate winter temperatures and slow spring bloom progression. While the climate can be too cold for commercial production, the goal is to […]
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In a story about the removal of 40,000 bees from a farmhouse at Smiling Hill Farm in Westbrook, CNN highlighted a bulletin from University of Maine Cooperative Extension which noted that the state is home to over 270 bee species. AccuWeather shared the CNN report.
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Charles Armstrong, cranberry associate with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, told Maine Public and the BDN that Maine’s cranberry crops are set to have strong harvest this year. With balanced rain and warm temperatures, September will be crucial for production. Armstrong said people should seek out locally grown cranberries from local markets.
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WGME (Channel 13 in Portland) interviewed Griffin Dill, an integrated pest management specialist and director of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension Tick Lab on mosquito-borne diseases. He said that factors like a milder winter may contribute to the rise in mosquito-borne disease.
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University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H has launched virtual field trips for youth learners who wish to explore Maine’s thriving aquaculture industry. These immersive online experiences bring aquaculture to life, offering participants the chance to step inside cutting-edge facilities and learn directly from industry experts, all without traveling to them. Through virtual reality and accessible […]
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The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H has launched virtual field trips (VFTs) to provide youth with immersive experiences in Maine’s aquaculture industry, as reported in the Daily Bulldog. These online trips, featuring the University of Maine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research enhance learning about sustainable seafood production at no cost to participants.
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All across the country, fresh-faced students arrived at college in late August for the first time, toting with them backpacks, comforters, mini fridges and a wide array of hopes and dreams. While many are excited about starting classes or making new friends, some may struggle to manage a heavier homework schedule, navigate an unfamiliar network […]
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Morning Ag Clips highlighted University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s two new horticulture training programs being held on Sept. 23 and 30. The Maine Horticulture Apprentice Training offers hands-on experience, while the Maine Gardener Training provides virtual education for those interested in enhancing their gardening skills.
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