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18/01/2024

🌱 Join us for an in-person workshop on "Starting Seeds Indoors" at the Bangor Public Library on February 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

In this workshop, you'll learn the best practices for growing seedlings indoors. Discover how to develop a personalized seed starting calendar, explore various supplies and tools, and even sow a pot of seeds to take home!

Space is limited to 25 participants, so pre-registration is required. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills and kickstart your spring planting. Register now!

https://umaine-extension.formtitan.com/ftproject/events?eventid=a1c8c000007zOci

Date: February 10, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine 04401

16/01/2024

Due to inclement weather, all University of Maine Cooperative Extension offices will be closed for the rest of the day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We will resume regular office hours tomorrow. Stay safe and warm! ❄️

16/01/2024

🌱 Calling all gardeners and plant enthusiasts!

Join us for a virtual workshop on "Starting Seeds Indoors" on February 15 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This workshop, presented by our very own UMaine Extension Kate Garland, horticulture professional, will provide you with valuable insights and best practices for growing seedlings indoors.

During the workshop, you'll learn how to develop a personalized seed starting calendar tailored to Maine's unique weather conditions. Kate will also share practical tips and techniques for successful seed starting, specifically designed for small-scale home gardeners.

Pre-registration is required, so make sure to secure your spot early. As a bonus, a recording of the workshop will be shared with all pre-registered participants, so you can revisit the information at your convenience.

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills and get a head start on your spring planting. Register now and get ready to grow your own beautiful and bountiful garden! 🌱🌼

https://umaine-extension.formtitan.com/ftproject/events?eventid=a1c8c000007zOcn

13/01/2024

🌾🚜 The University of Maine Cooperative Extension had a fantastic time at the 2024 Maine Agricultural Trades Show. Here's a quick recap of our activities and highlights from the event:

🌱 Educational Workshops: Our Extension experts conducted a series of informative workshops on various topics, including sustainable farming practices, nutrient management in grasslands, growing blueberries, plant disease updates, and more. Attendees had the opportunity to learn from the best in the field and gain valuable knowledge to enhance their farming operations.

🤝 Networking Opportunities: The tradeshow provided an excellent platform for farmers, agricultural professionals, and industry leaders to connect and network. We witnessed fruitful discussions, collaborations, and the exchange of ideas that will contribute to the growth and development of Maine's agricultural community.

📚 Resource Booth: Our Extension booth was a hub of information and resources. Visitors had the chance to explore our publications, fact sheets, and online tools that cover a wide range of agricultural topics. Our experts were on hand to answer questions and provide guidance on various farming issues.

🏆 Recognition and Awards: We celebrated the achievements of our Dean Hannah Carter by receiving the 2024 DACF Commissioner's Distinguished Service Award! Her exceptional leadership and contributions to UMaine Extension and Maine's agricultural community are truly commendable. Well done, Dean Carter!

📸 Social Media Highlights: We captured some of the best moments from the tradeshow and shared them on our social media channels. Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for photos, videos, and updates from the event.

We want to express our gratitude to everyone who attended the 2024 Maine Agricultural Trades Show. Your enthusiasm and passion for agriculture are truly inspiring. We look forward to continuing our support and collaboration with Maine's farming community throughout the year.

12/01/2024

🥔 We have added more dates and locations to our Growing & Marketing Specialty Potato Variety presentation and roundtable discussion! Join our UMaine Extension Farm Business Management Educator, Brett Johnson, as he will deliver a presentation describing best practices in the cultivation of specialty potato varieties and will follow it up with a roundtable discussion where commercial specialty potato producers are encouraged to share their experiences marketing these products. All the information gathered will inform the University of Maine’s ongoing potato variety trialing efforts!

📅 Date: Monday, January 22nd, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Cooperative Extension in Waldo County, 922 Waterville Road, Waldo, Maine 04915

📅 Date: Monday, January 29th, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Cooperative Extension in Knox & Lincoln Counties, 377 Manktown Road, Waldoboro, Maine 04572

📅 Date: Monday, February 5th, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Cooperative Extension in Somerset County, 7 County Drive, Skowhegan, Maine 04976

📅 Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024
⏰ Time: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Cooperative Extension in Androscoggin & Sagadahoc Counties, 24 Main Street, Lisbon Falls, Maine 04252

📅 Date: Monday, February 26th, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Cooperative Extension in Oxford County, 9 Olson Road, South Paris, Maine 04281

📅 Date: Monday, March 11th, 2024
⏰ Time: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Cooperative Extension in Penobscot County, 307 Maine Avenue, Bangor, Maine 04401

Donations are welcome but not required, and light refreshments will be provided.
Register now to secure your spot and learn how to capitalize on the growing demand for specialty potato varieties!

https://extension.umaine.edu/.../growing-marketing.../

26/01/2023

See our bio for links on Seed Starting

You can get a big jump on Maine’s short gardening season when you grow your own seedlings. Instead of waiting for the ground to warm up enough to sow seeds o...

26/01/2023

Good place to start for seed starting. See link in Bio for more information.

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12/08/2021

Looks like a fun thing to do on a Thursday morning, tour a garden in Hallowell
https://www.centralmaine.com/2021/07/30/hallowell-homestead-offers-tours-of-gardens-grounds/
Photo for inspiration only

06/07/2021

A moment of zen before the campers wake up

10/05/2021

The Plant Sales are back!
https://www.pressherald.com/2021/05/09/plant-sales-have-returned/

And more farmers are getting in on the action, offering their own seedling sales. But take care you don't transfer any pests — plant or insect — with your new plants.

28/07/2020

Something new for the gardeners of Maine