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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Mainebiz reported on a $10 million federal grant awarded to University of Maine researchers and their colleges to investigate using low-value wood to make sustainable jet fuel and fish feed. In partnership with UMass Lowell, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Arbiom, researchers aim to turn wood waste into valuable products and improve forest management.
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Richard Brzozowski, a retired professor from University of Maine Cooperative Extension, was honored with the NACAA 2024 Hall of Fame Award for his exceptional work in agricultural education and leadership. His 35-year career, marked by innovative programs and securing over $1.9 million in grants, was highlighted in a recent Morning Ag Clips article.
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Millions of pounds of low-value wood, such as small diameter trees and branches, have been left behind in Maine’s forests due to the decline in pulp and paper production, stymied by drought, fire suppression and dropping demand. While there are very few existing market opportunities for this low-quality woody biomass, University of Maine researchers believe […]
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Maine Public featured Jessica Decke, director of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Camp and Learning Center at Tanglewood, on a segment of its radio show “Maine Calling” about summer camps. The segment explored the various summer camps in Maine, covering their history, diverse offerings and essential role in shaping the state’s culture and […]
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