Join us to learn from the authors of a recent report we developed that details the historical growth trajectory of organic agriculture in Maine from 2007-2022. Report authors Jed Beach of FarmSmart Business Services and Rose Wilson of Rose Wilson Consulting will sit down with MOFGA’s Executive Director, Sarah Alexander, to share how the report […]
Farm Training Project (FTP) workshops are designed for journeypeople, farmworkers, and other beginning farmers. They follow an informal format including a farm tour and conversation on the topic of the day. Join Caleb Goossen, MOFGA’s crop specialist, and Sound Pine Farm in Brunswick, ME, for a tour and discussion on establishing a low-till production system. We will […]
Come join us for an open, comfortable, and facilitated space for parents who farm. Hear from others who know the juggle and the struggle. We will hear about things that have worked… and some epic fails. How might roles shift year to year and season to season as the children grow?Food and childcare provided! Please […]
One of the strategies for avoiding Colorado potato beetles is to plant your crop early. Another strategy is to plant your crop late. Which potato planting timing is right for you and your farm?Join Everett Ottinger of Nettie Fox Farm and MOFGA's Organic Crop Specialist Caleb Goossen for a walk through of an on-farm participatory […]
Do you have farm animals? Do they have hooves? Do they get their hooves trimmed? Why not? Overlooking the hoof health of our farm animals has economic and welfare consequences. While it can be a valid choice to hire someone to maintain the integrity of hooves on our farms and homesteads, as caretakers, we are […]
Join herbalist, farmer, and author Kathi Langelier for a guided tour of Herbal Revolution’s certified organic herb farm in Union, Maine. With over 30 years of experience, Kathi will share insights into cultivating medicinal herbs and running a value- added herbal products business. Come walk the farm and learn the ins and outs of running […]
Join Maine Grain Alliance's Director of Heritage Seed Restoration, Richard Roberts, for a winter grain planting demonstration on September 4! This workshop is an excellent hands-on opportunity for established and/or transitioning organic grain growers of any scale.REGISTER HERE.NOTE: Exact date and field location (Skowhegan area) are subject to change based on weather conditions. Please register […]
The Common Ground Country Fair will be held at MOFGA’s Common Ground Education Center in Unity, Maine on September 19, 20, and 21, 2025. MOFGA’s annual celebration of rural living features 1000+ exhibitors and speakers, and emphasizes vibrant communities, sustainable living and local economies, while highlighting organic agriculture. Learn more here.Advance tickets are on sale […]
Join one of Maine's largest organic grain growers, Sean O'Donnell, for a farm tour and field day at Rusted Rooster Farm, featuring an in-depth discussion on grain growing, post-harvest handling, and a (weather-dependent) oat harvest demonstration!REGISTER HERE.
Join us for a farm field day at Sasanoa Brewing – Maine's only certified organic brewery! This event will feature a tour of Sasanoa's brewing operation with owner Kyle DePietro, alongside Seth Kroeck of Crystal Spring Farm and Ian Gerring of Blue Ox Malthouse. They will share insights on growing, sourcing, and brewing with organic […]
Join us for our three-part, online series: Starting Your Farm.First in the series is Accessing Resources. If you are interested in starting a farm, it is never too soon to consider your options of how to access land and capital resources. Join Maine’s Field Agent for Land For Good and Bo Dennis, MOFGA’s beginning farmer […]
This event is hosted by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Join us for a webinar exploring three essential pillars of running a successful native plant nursery: passion, patience, and product. We’ll dive into the practical, logistical, and personal aspects of starting and sustaining a nursery business, including day to day operations. Whether you’re just […]
