Most of the events are organized or co-sponsored by MOFGA but other events are listed as well.
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Join us for a virtual book discussion of "The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World," by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Free. Registration Required.
We will have a collection of curated, high-quality items available that reflect MOFGA’s mission and Fair history to celebrate the 50th Fair and raise funds to support MOFGA’s mission through memorabilia, unique experiences, and community storytelling. Participate in the auction and support MOFGA's mission of supporting farmers, empowering people to feed their communities, and advocating […]
Register here for any or all of these meetings. Producer Meeting I: Crop Planning January 21, 2026 Join your fellow farmers to discuss crop planning as we look forward to the 2026 season. We will dive into what interests farmers the most. This session will be farmer-led and lightly facilitated by MOFGA staff who are […]
Maybe gardening started as a hobby, but now you're interested in selling some of your produce, flowers, or value-added products on the side.In this webinar, learn about going from garden to market from a panel of individuals who've made the leap themselves: Christine Trefethen from Morning Glory Farm, Sara Hager from Bounty O' Blooms, and Teresa Downey from Terra Basics. The […]
Using Spreadsheets to Assess Risks and Make On-Farm Decisions: Real Life Examples Catherine Durkin, MFT & Calyx Farm and Jed Beach, FarmSmart & 3 Bug Farm February 24,2026 4 p.m. on Zoom Please register here. The session uses real farm financial examples to guide decision-making and assess risk. Catherine Durkin of Calyx Farm and MFT […]
Join MOFGA for our first Gardening Q&A of 2025!Whether you've been gardening for decades or you're daydreaming about starting your first garden this year (or somewhere in between), these informal Zoom conversations are a chance to discuss whatever gardening topics are on your mind. Bring your questions for a casual conversation and a chance to […]
When your love of starting seeds and propagating plants means you have an over-abundance of young plants every spring, it might be time to look into selling the plants you pot up.In this webinar, learn about growing and selling both annuals and perennials from Christy Anderson of Mt. Gile's Famous Tomato Co. and Ivonne Vazquez of Bas Rouge Farm & Forge. […]
This event is hosted by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.Join us for a webinar on managing pests in cut flower production. Cut flowers are a high-value ornamental crop, but even minor pest damage can significantly reduce their marketability. Having an integrated pest management plan in place before the season begins is essential to minimizing […]
*In the event of severe weather, the March 7 pruning workshops will be held on March 8.Learn to prune apple trees to encourage vigorous growth, heavy fruit set and quality fruit yield. Fruit tree experts will offer hands-on pruning experience. Collection of scion wood and storage will also be discussed. This workshop is directed at […]
Please join Curtis Memorial Library and MOFGA for another program in our Science for Self-Reliance Series. Collecting and eating wild mushrooms is an intimidating prospect for the beginner. There are so many different mushrooms and some of them are devilishly difficult to tell apart. And some of them are poisonous, a few dangerously toxic. But there […]
You’re ready to plant more native species in your garden to support wildlife. As you start to plan, you might have a few questions. Which plant species make the biggest difference? Does it matter if a plant is a cultivar? How important is local ecotype? Which plant traits attract which pollinator? In this talk, Desirée L. […]
Join us for a fun, educational afternoon celebrating the sweet Maine tradition of maple syrup production! Whether you’re an experienced sugarer or a maple novice, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore MOFGA's beautiful sugarbush, watch the sugaring process, and learn winter tree identification, all while enjoying hot drinks and the warmth of a crackling outdoor […]
