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Soil Health Day in York County
Bureau / Program: Maine Healthy Soils Program, Agriculture Resource Development
Date: December 13, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Location: University of Maine Cooperative Extension York County, 45 Kennebunk Road, Alfred, ME
Event Type: Workshop/Training
Hosted by The University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Soil Health Topics and Speakers:
- Matt Boucher, ME DACF
- Jason Lilley, UMaine Cooperative Extension
- Meg Mitchell, MOFGA/South Paw Farm
- Amy Sprague, Wolf Pine Farm
- Daniela Aldrich, Dancing Harvest Farm
Healthy soil is critical for healthy, productive crops. This workshop will provide growers with practice guidance to address their soil health concerns, and to build healthier soils for long-term success. Topics will include cover cropping, farming in clay, and accessing state and federal resources to confront soil challenges. This event will also feature a farmer panel discussing soil health strategies for climate resiliency. Join us for an engaging day of learning and networking!
Website: https://extension.umaine.edu/york/event/soil-health-day/
Cost: Sliding Scale- $10-$15-$20
Related Documents: York County Soil Health Day Flyer (PDF)