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  • Integrated Pest Management Spring Update for Christmas Tree Producers Webinar

    Virtual Event

    University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting two virtual presentations covering current pest management challenges in Christmas tree production from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on April 17. During this virtual webinar, UMaine Extension Forage Educator Jaime Garzon will discuss the potential of alfalfa, clovers and birdsfoot trefoil for use as continuous ground cover in Christmas tree plantations. In […]

    Free

  • 7th Annual Libby Lecture in Natural Resource Policy

    Bangor Room, Memorial Union University of Maine, Orono, ME, United States

    Attempting to Center indigenous People in Marine Sciences Abstract: Dr. Marco Hatch, Associate Professor of Environmental Sciences at Western Washington University and Principal Investigator for the Coastal Communities and Ecology Lab will present his recent research and share some of the work being done to braid Indigenous knowledge and mainstream science. He will draw on […]

  • Maine Wasted Food Solutions Summit

    Zoom Web Conferencing

    The Maine Wasted Food Solutions Summit is Maine’s statewide event focused on ending wasted food and food loss in our state through solutions that benefit everyone. The Summit brings together our state’s key food system participants: farms, businesses, feeding partners, community leaders, and nonprofit organizations – to discuss best and highest uses for our valuable […]

    Free

  • Infectious Disease Colloquium

    Bennett Hall Bennett Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME, United States

    Sponsored by Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Institute of Medicine Speakers: Two doctors from Northern Light Scott Melton MD, Infectious Diseases, Northern Light Health Mark Abel, MD, Infectious Diseases, Preventive Medicine, Northern Light Health Both speakers will talk about their work on infectious disease and what an epidemiologist does in a hospital. The […]

    Free

  • Small Ruminant Parasite Management and FAMACHA Certification in Dover-Foxcroft

    1441 Dexter Road 1441 Dexter Road, Dover-Foxcroft, ME, United States

    University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a ruminant parasite management workshop and FAMACHA certification workshop on Saturday, April 19 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 1441 Dexter Road in Dover-Foxcroft. Producers of small ruminants (sheep, goats, llamas and alpacas) are invited to learn about common parasites and their management. Hands-on activities such as performing […]

    $50 – $80

  • 4-H Agricultural Symposium for Maine Teens

    University of Maine Orono

    University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the 4th annual 4-H Agricultural Symposium for Maine teens on April 21–22. The symposium is an overnight experience for youth ages 14-18. Participants will engage with industry professionals on the UMaine campus in Orono, develop leadership skills and nurture friendships with teens from around the state. Youth will […]

    Free

  • Farm Tractor Safety Course-Androscoggin & Sagadahoc Counties

    Topsham Tractor and Equipment 403 Lewiston Road, Topsham, Maine

    The Androscoggin/Sagadahoc Counties session will be held on Tuesday evenings at Topsham Tractor and Equipment, 403 Lewiston Road in Topsham, starting April 22. The training will include classroom lectures, tractor driving time and homework over the 5-part course, which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor. Successful completion of the course is required for […]

    $20 – $40

  • Small Ruminant Parasite Management and FAMACHA Certification in Machias

    University of Maine at Machias 116 O'Brien Avenue, Machias, ME, United States

    University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a ruminant parasite management workshop and FAMACHA certification workshop on Saturday, April 26 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at the University of Maine Machias, 116 O'Brien Avenue. Producers of small ruminants (sheep, goats, llamas and alpacas) are invited to learn about common parasites and their management. Hands-on activities […]

    $50 – $80

  • Native Plants for the Ornamental Garden – Old Town

    Old Town Public Library 46 Middle Street, Old Town, ME, United States

    University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Old Town Public Library will host Native Plants for the Ornamental Garden on April 29 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the library, 46 Middle Street in Old Town. This engaging session explores the rising interest in using native plants. Participants will discover why native plants matter and how […]

    Free

  • Rooted in Sustainability: An Introduction to Growing a Thriving and Healthy Landscape Workshop

    Sprague's Nursery and Garden Center 7 Sprague's Way, Bangor, ME, United States

    University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host an in-person workshop, Rooted in Sustainability: An Introduction to Growing a Thriving and Healthy Landscape, on April 29, 2025, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Sprague's Nursery and Garden Center, 7 Sprague's Way, Bangor. This workshop will provide gardeners with the essential tools to create a sustainable and healthy […]

    $15
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