Promoting Organic Agriculture Through Education, Training and Advocacy
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association is creating a food system that is healthy and fair for all of us, but we can’t do it alone
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MOFGA Announces New Farmer Training Program Participants
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) has announced the newest members of two of its premier farmer training programs, the Journeyperson Program and the Maine Farm Resilience Program. MOFGA offers a full complement of farmer training programs to help farmers of all levels achieve their goals. MOFGA’s Journeyperson Program is geared to farms with
Healthy Soils Feed Us All
Protecting and enhancing soil health is a key factor in mitigating climate change, protecting our waterways, and providing nutritious food for our communities. MOFGA’s primary policy priority in the Maine State Legislature this spring, LD 437 – An Act to Establish the Maine Healthy Soils Program, will provide education and incentives for Maine’s farmers to
Organic Certification Application Period Open
MOFGA Certification Services (MCS) is accepting applications for organic certification from crop and livestock producers until June 1, 2021. Adult use and medical cannabis producers who are interested in certification can apply to the MOFGA Certified Clean Cannabis program through June 30. Application materials and supporting documents can be downloaded at mofgacertification.org and are also
MOFGA Receives Funding for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training for Agricultural Organizations
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) has received funding to offer training to agricultural services providers and organizations on diversity, equity and inclusion. In MOFGA’s 10-year impact plan adopted in 2020 the organization committed to creating a food system that is just and equitable for all as a central component of its education,
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association is a broad-based community that educates about and advocates for organic agriculture, illuminating its interdependence with a healthy environment, local food production, and thriving communities.
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The Common Ground Country Fair
Every year, MOFGA holds a three-day celebration of organic culture with events, keynote speakers, family fun, and much, much more!
