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Event Series Beginner Beekeeping Course in Falmouth – February

Beginner Beekeeping Course – Falmouth

UMaine Regional Learning Center 75 Clearwater Drive, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

The Cumberland County Beginner Beekeeping Course will teach beginning beekeepers the basics of honey bee biology and beekeeping. The course is designed for those considering buying their first hives, those in their first year, and even those with a couple of years of experience who want to enhance their skills and knowledge. Learn evidence-based approaches […]

$110.00

Swine 101: Raising Pastured Pork in Farmington

University of Maine Cooperative Extension Franklin County 138 Pleasant Street, Suite #1, Farmington, ME, United States

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is excited to announce a FREE series entitled Swine 101: Raising Pastured Pork. This seminar will be held in multiple locations across the state, and a meal will be provided at no cost (smoked pork). Join Dr. Colt W. Knight, UMaine Extension State Livestock Specialist, for a 2-hour primer […]

Growing Small Fruit on Your Farm Online Course

Online

The “Growing Small Fruit on Your Farm” course will teach you the best cultural practices for raising small fruit crops in Maine, including strawberries, raspberries, and high-bush blueberries. All of these crops can work well both in the home garden and on commercial farms, but proper planning and preparation are crucial to their success. This […]

Learn About Growing Fruit Trees as a Business at Highmoor Farm in Monmouth

Highmoor Farm 52 US Route 202, Monmouth, ME, United States

(Snow Date: Saturday, March 11) Renae Moran will be teaching the basics of commercial tree fruit production including spraying, pruning, fertilizing, harvesting, and cold storage. In this class, fundamental cultural […]

ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam in Falmouth

UMaine Cooperative Extension Cumberland County 75 Clearwater Dr, Suite 104, Falmouth, ME, United States

This course, which will be held at UMaine Extension's Cumberland County office in Falmouth, will help prepare students for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam. The exam will immediately follow the course. This nationally recognized certification is for anyone working in the food industry, including nonprofit organizations. The course covers topics such as food […]

Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program (online)

Online

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering its Agriculture Leadership Ambassador program from March 7–April 18. The program, open to all teens ages 14–18, will focus on understanding the Maine food system, exploring careers and building advocacy skills. As formal agricultural programs at local high schools disappear, students lack opportunities to learn about critical […]

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