Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA)

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It's a good time of year for Mainebiz reporters and photographers to get out on the road.

🔒USDA planting zones recently changed, but Maine farmers already adapting

About two-thirds of the state has slid to a warmer half zone since that last edition in 2012, according to the USDA. As the climate has changed, so have farming plans in Maine.

Maine’s organic food industry looks to grow, with a $1M federal boost

The funding goes to four Maine farms and the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association and will support a wide range of projects aimed at expanding the organic food market.

Nature-minded businesses shine at Common Ground Country Fair

More than 64,000 visitors attended the event in Unity last weekend. That total is the third-highest since the fair began in 1977.
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Bill would help farmers affected by ‘forever’ chemicals

A bill introduced by Maine's congressional delegation aims to help farmers affected by man-made forever chemicals known as PFAS that are used in industry and consumer products and can lead to serious health effects.

MOFGA urges Danone to reverse its decision to drop Northeast dairy farms

The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association is joining with other groups to urge the French producer to consider a reprieve for 89 organic dairy farms, including 14 in Maine.

Two of Maine’s big autumn fairs cancel plans due to rising COVID-19 risks

The Common Ground Country Fair in Unity and the Maine Whoopie Pie Festival in Dover-Foxcroft both announced the cancellation of their in-person events, which typically draw thousands.

MOFGA makes Freeport pop-up store permanent in historic town building

The Maine Organic Marketplace will expand opportunities for producers and extend the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association's presence. The marketplace is also a win for Freeport, which has long been looking for a tenant at the historic building.
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Surveys assessing pandemic damage to Maine’s agriculture industry are panel topic

Nearly a dozen organizations and government entities administered a variety of surveys that looked at the impact of the pandemic on the farming industry and what will be needed for recovery, and the findings will be discussed by a panel representing the groups.

Biz Bites: Notable developments, Portland residential market, more

Developments from Scarborough to Bangor get MEREDA nods; the latest on Portland house pricing trends, including April highest and lowest; Build Conference set for June; and some ribbon-cuttings and spring plantings.
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