Cooperative Extension

Media share Field Day at Tidewater Farm on Aug. 12

The Bangor Daily News, Morning Ag Clips, CentralMaine.com and WMTW (ABC 8 in Portland) shared that University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a Field Day 10 a.m.–noon on Saturday, Aug. 12 at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the event webpage.

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BDN cites UMaine Extension information about wild blueberries

In an article about the wild blueberry industry in Maine, the Bangor Daily News cited information from University of Maine Cooperative Extension noting that wild blueberry production in Maine has increased exponentially in recent decades, as the demand for one of nature’s super fruits, loaded with antioxidants, has been high.

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Hutton speaks to Spectrum News about vertical farming

In a report about Vertical Harvest building a four-story building in Westbrook that will grow the produce, Spectrum News interviewed Mark Hutton, a vegetable specialist and associate professor of vegetable crops at University of Maine Cooperative Extension about the mechanics of vertical farming that the facility will utilize. “You’re controlling all the variables, really. Temperature, […]

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Q106.5 shares UMaine Extension ‘Wine & Equine’ event

Q106.5 shared information about the Maine Wine & Equine Event, two days filled with workshops and a chance to mingle with fellow horse lovers and experts in the equine industry, hosted by the University of Maine School of Food and Agriculture, University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Animal Health Fund. The event starts […]

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Field Day at Tidewater Farm scheduled for Aug. 12

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a Field Day 10 a.m.–noon on Saturday, Aug. 12 at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Road, Falmouth. Come experience the gardens at Tidewater Farm, learn about UMaine Extension’s work, ask gardening questions and participate in hands-on demonstrations with Extension staff and Master Gardener Volunteers. […]

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BDN cites UMaine Extension information about potato crop

In an article about constant wet weather threatening Aroostook County’s potato crop, the Bangor Daily News cited information from University of Maine Cooperative Extension saying that, despite the wet and humid conditions, potatoes are mostly in full bloom in central Maine, with Aroostook County showing plants of varying sizes.

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Media share UMaine Extension 4-H teen leadership program

The Bangor Daily News, Sun Journal, CentralMaine.com and the Daily Bulldog shared that the University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is accepting applications for a new civic engagement program called Youth Have a Voice. Teens 14–19 years old or entering high school in fall 2023 can register for the program by completing a non-competitive application available […]

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New 4-H teen leadership program seeks to increase civic engagement

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is accepting applications for a new civic engagement program called Youth Have a Voice.  This nine-month program is open to all Maine teens and recent high school graduates who are interested in taking a more active role in serving their local communities, the state or the country. Participants will […]

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