When my own family’s dairy farm transitioned to organic in 1997 there was high demand from consumers and processors for organic dairy products. Producers found themselves in one of the best financial positions a business could hope for. These farmers could easily negotiate their pay price to processors. Some dairy farms considered this an easy
To build a resilient foundation to respond to climate change, philosopher Dr. Bayo Akomolafe nudges us, “The times are urgent; let us slow down.” By rooting in our gratitude, our inner experiences and our interconnectedness, we’ll find the strength and support we need to create a world where relationships are prioritized and where everyone has
MOFGA continues as a national leader on the PFAS crisis The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) announced today its Notice of Intent (NOI) to sue the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for failure to regulate the land application of sludge contaminated with PFAS chemicals under the Clean Water Act. Farmers across Maine
MOFGA and a team of forestry experts are offering two upcoming workshops on assisted migration efforts. Assisted migration is a climate adaptation tool where people plant trees beyond their historical ranges to keep pace with climate change’s effects on local ecosystems. The workshops include Nursery Beds and Forest Planting on May 18, and Insights from
MOFGA is accepting applications now through May 9 for the 2024 Russell Libby Agricultural Scholar Awards. Each year, MOFGA awards three $1,500 scholarships, one in each of the following categories: MOFGA Journeyperson Program participant (past or present); Maine high school senior planning to study sustainable or organic farming (with a preference for colleges in Maine);
Join MOFGA to learn about wood banks and how heating insecurity affects Maine residents. This panel presentation features wood bank leaders from around the state who will share their stories of organizing and running wood banks. The event is taking place on May 9, 2024, 6- 8 p.m. at 294 Crosby Brook Road Unity, ME
Yesterday afternoon, MOFGA expressed frustration and sadness about Governor Mills’ complete refusal to stand for farmworker justice. Following up on a 2023 veto of similar legislation, today Mills vetoed two bills that sought to address inconsistencies in Maine labor law, which unfairly marginalizes and discriminates against people who work tirelessly to put food on our
The public is encouraged to join MOFGA to celebrate a belated Earth Day with a spring cleanup at MOFGA’s Common Ground Education Center in Unity, Maine, on Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. During this annual event, participants will spend time volunteering on campus to help MOFGA in supporting organic farmers and
On April 26, 2024 the report was picked up in a Bangor Daily News article titled, “Maine’s new organic farmers are moving away from milk.” Read the article in full here. The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) recently published an organic impact white paper, titled “Maine Organic Agriculture from 2007-2021: Size, Economic Impact,
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) is shocked by a vote from the Legislature’s Appropriations and Financial Affairs (AFA) Committee to slash desperately needed funding for dairy farmers. In a party-line vote late Wednesday afternoon, AFA reduced what Gov. Mills had pledged for Maine’s 20-year-old Dairy Stabilization Program by 60%. Maine’s dairy sector
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