5 months ago
A new state law will boost Aroostook County potato processors
The law will provide tax credits to Aroostook potato processors starting this fall
Agriculture
5 months ago
A model for giving away surplus homegrown veggies is spreading in Maine
“I read about those who grow more than they can eat, sharing their excess. We are becoming part of a substantial movement in Maine.”
5 months ago
Maine Potato Blossom Festival Parade sees high entries, turnout in 78th year
Thousands had already descended on the Aroostook County border town ahead of the marquee event of the area’s biggest festival.
5 months ago
A new tech-heavy lab boosts potato research at UMaine’s Aroostook Farm
The upgraded lab will help ensure Maine continues to grow its potato industry, UMaine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy said.
5 months ago
Late blight danger lessens for potato crop
“Late-blight spore counts dropped sharply over the past week and there are still no confirmed cases in Maine,” Extension scientists said.
5 months ago
Maine potato scientists say conditions are ripe for late blight
The disease hasn’t yet been reported in Maine, but spores were detected across Aroostook County.
6 months ago
Aroostook rescuers will learn how to respond to farming disasters
Saturday’s session is first in a series that will prepare local crews for such things as equipment rollovers, harvester accidents, chemical fires and even large animal rescues.
6 months ago
A Maine online farmer’s market expands in Aroostook County
The online farmer’s market eliminates uncertainty and waste for farmers because they know what has been ordered versus projecting what they might sell at a farm stand or farmer’s market.
7 months ago
Madawaska closes 3 ATV trails while farmer plants crops
The closure, according to the board, will only take place this year.
7 months ago
Valley farmers invited to join cover crop project
The Friends of Cross Lake is partnering with the County of Aroostook, the St. John Valley Soil & Water Conservation District and others in a conservation project featuring cover crops.
