Learn what AI is and review a variety of research applications. All are welcome! This course will focus on helping novice users incorporate AI into their workflows. The event is free and advanced registration is required. Registration is available online. The Artificial Intelligence Seminar is hosted by the University of Maine System's Advanced Research Computing, […]
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine Board of Pesticides Control are offering a free virtual recertification training covering tick and mosquito management. This training is ideal for pesticide applicators, land managers, and anyone looking to stay informed on best practices for managing these pests. Register here! This webinar will be hosted via […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar for home gardeners on selecting resilient perennials from 6 - 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9. Herbaceous perennials support wildlife and pollinators while adding beauty to home gardens. As long-term investments, perennials can also be affected by fluctuations in temperature, rainfall and snowfall. Stephanie Burnett, professor […]
Celebrating four years of impact and collaboration led by the University of Maine's Portland Gateway. Join us for a Maine Impact Week event to celebrate nearly four years of partnerships at the UMaine Portland Gateway! Enjoy an evening of networking, refreshments, and reflections on our shared successes and future collaborations. We look forward to celebrating […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Bangor Public Library are co-hosting a workshop on native plants from 3–4:30 p.m. on April 11 at the library, 145 Harlow Street. This session will explore the rising interest in using native plants. Participants will discover why native plants matter and how gardeners can integrate them into their own […]
The Kennebec County Farm Tractor Safety Course will be held on Monday evenings (and one Thursday) at Kramer Tractor, 2400 West River Road in Sidney, starting April 14. 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 […]
This 16-hour training will introduce participants to the range of topics covered by MAMP no cost & confidential services, with a special focus on our agricultural mediation/ conflict resolution program. The training includes multiple guest speakers representing various agricultural service providers as well as federal, regional, and state organizations that MAMP regularly collaborates with. Participants […]
Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers like you for a variety of food events for fundraising, fellowship, food pantries or other services to the community. But cooking for a crowd is tricky! How do you store all that food? When is the food completely cooked? How long can you leave food on the […]
The College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences (ELH) at the University of Maine invites you to its Celebration of Excellence on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Wells Commons. This end-of-year celebration honors the college's exceptional faculty, staff, and undergraduate and graduate students. An Ice Cream and Popcorn Social […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Veterans’ Memorial Library are offering a preservation garden planning workshop from 5:30-7 p.m. on April 16 at the library, 61 Shin Pond Road in Patten. The workshop is designed for home gardeners interested in future food preservation activities. Participants will learn how to choose the best produce varieties […]
