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MOFGA’s Public Policy Platform
We’re excited to share our new public policy platform, which prioritizes six policy areas: Climate & Energy Farm Viability Human Health & Environment Organic Integrity Organic Research & Education; and Social Justice & Equity. We’re developing legislative campaigns around specific bills focusing on: healthy soils and farmland protection; farm markets; per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on
Celebrating 50 Years
On January 14, 2021, at the annual meeting of the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA), the organization kicked off a year-long celebration of MOFGA’s 50th anniversary by unveiling the 2021 Common Ground Country Fair poster. The design, featuring a bountiful tree, showcases fruits and vegetables that are available at the height of Maine’s
‘A heck of a year’ makes Maine blueberries late – but it’s a good crop Copy
July 20, 2019 – By Meredith Goad, Portland Press Herald – If you’ve been looking forward to blueberry pie, you may have to wait a little longer. More links ‘A heck of a year’ makes Maine blueberries late – but it’s a good crop
Trees are Healing the Planet
2019 – By Mitch Anderson, Reasons to be Cheerful – A recent study found that new forests might be our best shot at saving the world. A global guide to doing it right. More links Trees are Healing the Planet
Leveraging Conservation Dollars: Agricultural Practices that Deliver Water Quality, Wildlife Habitat, and Soil Health
2018 – By Duane Hovorka, Izaak Walton League of America – The report assesses five conservation strategies that reduce polluted runoff, provide habitat for fish and wildlife, improve soil health, and address climate change. The five conservation systems are no till, buffer strips, cover crops, integrated pest management, and managed rotational grazing. Alone and especially
Report of the 2017-2018 New England Adaptation Survey for Vegetable and Fruit Growers
2018 – By Alissa White et al., Department of Plant and Soil Science, University of Vermont – This report presents a summary and preliminary statistical analysis of the results of the New England Adaptation Survey. In partnership with farmer networks and organizations across the region, 193 fruit and vegetable growers participated in the survey between
