Short Course

We are  hosting the second session of this course on March 3 & 4 at Royal River Natural Foods in Freeport. The Short Course is geared for those who are considering converting to organic production or starting an organic farm. MOFGA Technical Services staff Eric Sideman, Diane Schivera, Melissa White, Cheryl Wixson and Jaco Gardei will be the principal presenters. [3] Details.

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Beginning Farmer Series

Maybe you love working outside, perhaps you’re wondering what to do with some family property, or it might be that you’ve got the gardening ‘bug’ and are wondering if you can make a business of it. For whatever reason, you may be thinking of starting a farm.  If so, information at the outset can put you on the road to success by saving you time, money, and energy. The University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a four-week Beginning Farmer Series starting February 25, 2010 in Waldo County. Classes will be held on Thursdays from 6:30 – 9:00 PM.

UMaine Extension Educators Rick Kersbergen and Caragh Fitzgerald will collaborate with farmers and other experts from around the region to present this series. Novice farmers will be given the tools to evaluate and choose enterprises, develop a business plan, and market their products. Cost is $50 per farm to cover the cost of materials. Registration ends February 19. For more information, contact Heather Andrews at (207) 622-7546 (toll free 1-800-287-1481 in Maine) or regkenn@umext.maine.edu. [4] Details.