As part of MGA's ongoing efforts to support organic/transitioning grain growers, we are now hosting office hour sessions with experts on all sides of the regional grain economy. Free. Registration required. Tom Molloy is a Research Professional in Sustainable Ag at the UMaine and a small grain and pulse specialist for Cooperative Extension. Tom will present […]
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This event is hosted by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.Home gardeners can play a meaningful role in strengthening local food security. This webinar will provide a brief overview of our Harvest for Hunger efforts and walk through the key steps, from choosing what to grow and planting, to harvesting, distribution, and reporting your donation […]
Free – $15
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About the class:Grow Your Own Organic Garden covers all the basics of organic gardening. Learn about supporting soil and plant health, starting seeds indoors and outdoors, interplanting, pest management, watering, and harvesting. By the end of this class, participants will be equipped with knowledge of how to grow an organic garden, be connected to resources […]
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This event is hosted by Meeting House Farm.In this live webinar, Emily Springer, founder of Meeting House Farm, will share practical, farmer-tested insights on growing herbs for income. The session will focus on how herbs can fit into diversified farms, what makes them economically viable, and how post-harvest handling - especially drying - plays a […]
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This event is hosted by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.This webinar will explore Waldo County Bounty’s Give and Take program, a stigma-free model for sharing surplus garden produce through community drop-off sites. Participants will learn how the program operates, how new sites are selected, and how to start a Give and Take site in […]
Free – $15
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Get your gardening questions answered before the season starts in earnest! 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 […]
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This event is hosted by Meeting House Farm.In this gentle, practical session, Emily Springer, founder of Meeting House Farm, will guide participants through how to begin their herbal journey — no matter their space or experience — and help them walk away knowing:Which herbs to growHow to plant them successfullyHow to begin making simple remedies […]
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Join MOFGA and CML for a special talk on mushrooms. In an age of increasing stress and increasing health care costs, people seek healthy self-care practices in order to achieve and maintain optimum health. complement mainstream medicine for improved health maintenance or during those times when our health is compromised by illness, stress or disease. […]
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Farming is a busy way-of-life. After growing, harvesting, and processing your crops into retail-ready food products, finding the time to develop effective package designs and marketing strategies isn't always easy. Free. Registration required. In this webinar, Karen Getz (co-founder of Maine Crisp) will overview the fundamentals of branding, marketing, and selling farm-made retail products — […]
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The Rockport Public Library will host its second annual SEED FEST on Saturday, April 11. This free, family-friendly event will take place on the upper and lower levels of the library. From 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., visitors can browse educational exhibits and activities covering seed-starting, pollinators, soil health, composting, native plants, heirloom vegetables, growing […]
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This event is hosted by Cobscook Institute, in partnership with Healthy Acadia and MOFGA.This by donation event will feature seeds for swapping and scionwood for grafting. We are also accepting seed donations for use in Cobscook Institute's Community Garden.Seed Swap: Please bring seeds you’ve saved with descriptions for folks to share, trade and enjoy. We […]
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This webinar is hosted by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.Across Maine, community gardens are increasing food security by bringing people together to grow food for their communities. This panel will explore how collective garden spaces allow neighbors to work side by side to grow fresh, local food that is donated to food security organizations. […]
Free – $15
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MOFGA Certification Services will be holding an in person application event where applicants who are ready to apply can come to our office to meet staff and leave having submitted their application and paid their annual fee. We will have computers available for use, but suggest you bring your own laptop if you have one. […]
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Plums are delicious, but can be tricky to grow! In this webinar, learn about how to care for your plum trees throughout the seasons. MOFGA's Orchard Manager, C.J. Walke, will discuss essential topics such as site selection for planting plums, plum varieties, pruning, building soil health, and pest and disease management. This webinar will cover care […]
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Climate change has noticeable impacts on gardeners, from more extreme weather events, to the increased presence of ticks and other pests. Climate change also has many gardeners looking for ways to support their local ecosystem through garden design. In this three-part webinar series, Dr. Annie White will provide some concrete strategies for climate-smart garden design, on […]
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This workshop explores corn from its earliest origins to its modern role in organic food systems, with a focus on how intentional growing (especially organic & heritage varieties) supports better food, markets, and long-term resilience in regional grain systems. Free. Registration required. Dr. Dusty Dowse will begin the session with an overview of corn's archaeological […]
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The Miller's Table/Maine Grains mill tour and welcome dinner. $0-$50. Registration required. The Summit will bring together grain growers and seed savers for two days of educational workshops, local food, and great conversation. Attendees will explore topics such as upland rice production, innovative cover crop strategies, perennial grains, and more. Tickets include: - Admittance to […]
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4 events,This event has been cancelled. Please email [email protected] with any questions.Join MOFGA alongside Out in the Open for Beginner Chainsaw Safety with Queer Community in Northeastern Penobscot County, Maine!Learn safe chainsaw operation in these one-and-a-half-day courses. We’ll cover personal protective equipment (PPE) and chainsaw selection, and practice safe handling and open-face bore cutting techniques with instructor supervision. Designed […]
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The Summit will bring together grain growers and seed savers for two days of educational workshops, local food, and great conversation. Attendees will explore topics such as upland rice production, innovative cover crop strategies, perennial grains, and more. $0-$50. Registration required. Tickets include: - Admittance to all workshops. - Mill tour & welcome dinner at […]
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This class has been cancelled due to low registration.About the class:Grow Your Own Organic Garden covers all the basics of organic gardening. Learn about supporting soil and plant health, starting seeds indoors and outdoors, interplanting, pest management, watering, and harvesting. By the end of this class, participants will be equipped with knowledge of how to […]
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*In the event of snow or other severe weather, this workshop will be held on April 19 at 10 am.Registration is full for this workshop. Email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist.Learn how to reproduce your favorite apple tree varieties through bench grafting -- the practice of grafting fruit tree scionwood onto rootstock -- in this […]
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MCS will be holding an organic certification workshop where interested producers and certified producers can work directly with MCS staff on their applications and annual updates. Jacki Perkins, MOFGA's Organic Livestock Specialist, will be available to discuss the USDA's Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) for farms interested in transitioning to organic certification and obtaining […]
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Join the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) and Waterville Creates for a celebration of organic agriculture and the people who care for the soil that sustains us. Through film, conversation, and hands-on learning with MOFGA and area artists, we’ll explore how farming, art, and community are deeply connected. Free. Reservations Encouraged. 6pm — […]
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Join us to celebrate Earth Day at MOFGA’s Common Ground Education Center in Unity on Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.We’ll spend time preparing the grounds to get ready for the upcoming growing season. Tasks include orchard work, trail work in the woods, garden bed prep, and more.This is a great way […]
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Join us at the 2026 Earth Day Festival in Brunswick! Saturday, April 25, 10 AM to 3 PM, rain or shine, at Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School. Free admission for all. Fun activities, talks, an All Species Parade, EV show and tell, bike tent, wheelbarrow races, live music, and more. MOFGA will be there — […]
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This event is hosted by Bas Rouge Farm & Forge.Led by Ivonne Vazquez of Bas Rouge Farm & Forge, this workshop will focus on identifying native plants as they emerge, observing soil and environmental conditions to understand why placing the right plant in the right place matters. The hybrid two-hour program includes a slide presentation, […]
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Join Heather Kerner on April 29th for a tour of her facility at the The Good Crust, a regionally-recognized dough producer using 100% Maine-grown grains! Free. Registration required. This event is part of MGA's ongoing efforts to provide organic farmers & grain growers with firsthand exposure to how their crops are cleaned, processed, marketed, and […]
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Join MOFGA and CML for a special talk on Forestry at Home. Learn to grow your own forest ecosystem—even in small spaces! Explore how trees interact with soil, water, air, and each other to form resilient systems. Participants will learn about root architecture, leaf morphology, and tree carbon sequestration while designing a mini food forest or habitat garden. Discuss […]
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Get hands on experience with grafting from a local professional. Each participant will graft two of their own apple trees to take home. Join us for a grafting workshop the Topsham Public Library. Why is it necessary to graft fruit trees? Why did we start grafting trees? Learn this and more at this hands on […]
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