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SUMMARY:Meat & Poultry HACCP
DESCRIPTION:In this two and a half-day course you will learn the fundamentals of Meat and Poultry HACCP. The course provides participants with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP Plan. We welcome not only Meat and Poultry processors\, but also any other food processors seeking HACCP certification and knowledge. \n*This course is an International HACCP Alliance Accredited course. \nRegister for Meat and Poultry HACCP here! \nFor more information contact: Theresa Tilton at 207.942.7396\, 800.287.1485 (in Maine) or theresa.tilton@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/meat-poultry-haccp/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension\, Penobscot County\, 307 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T170000
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SUMMARY:Meat & Poultry HACCP
DESCRIPTION:In this two and a half-day course you will learn the fundamentals of Meat and Poultry HACCP. The course provides participants with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP Plan. We welcome not only Meat and Poultry processors\, but also any other food processors seeking HACCP certification and knowledge. \n*This course is an International HACCP Alliance Accredited course. \nRegister for Meat and Poultry HACCP here! \nFor more information contact: Theresa Tilton at 207.942.7396\, 800.287.1485 (in Maine) or theresa.tilton@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/meat-poultry-haccp/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension\, Penobscot County\, 307 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260312T132548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T132555Z
UID:10006977-1774949400-1774969200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Buying & Selling Local: Farm Marketing Strategies and Wholesale Perspectives in Farmington
DESCRIPTION:Register for Buying and Selling Local here! \nAgenda\n\n9:30–10:00 a.m.: Registration\n10:00–11:00 a.m.: How to Develop a Marketing Strategy for Your Farm Business\n(Brett Johnson\, 91±¬ÁÏ Extension)\n11:00–11:45 a.m.: Finding Your Brand Voice\n(Heather Holland\, Somerset Soil and Water Conservation District)\n11:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Lunch and networking\n12:30–1:15 p.m.: Wholesale Marketing and Best Practices Farmer Panel\n(Guest panel with local farmers)\n1:15–2:00 p.m.: Wholesale Buyers Panel\n(Guest panel with local business owners)\n2:00–2:45 p.m.: The Local Food Switchboard – a Maine based online platform for selling to institutional buyers\n2:45–3:00 p.m.: Wrap up\n\nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, please contact Nick Rowley\, nicholas.rowley@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/buying-selling-local-farm-marketing-strategies-and-wholesale-perspectives/
LOCATION:91±¬ÁÏ Farmington\, 111 South Street\, Farmington\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T160000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260327T182833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T182833Z
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SUMMARY:Title II Tuesdays - Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:These 30 minute overview sessions will cover what is needed to meet Title II requirements by format followed by an optional 30 minute Q&A/work block to work on your course content. CITL staff will be available to provide guidance or connect you to additional resources. Sometimes it just helps not working alone.  \nCome to one or come to all: \n\nTuesday March 31st @ 3:00pm: Tables & Spreadsheets\nTuesday April 7th @ 3:00pm: PDFs\nTuesday April 14th @ 3:00pm: Captions & Transcripts (Media)\nTuesday April 21st @ 3:00pm: Documents (Word and Google Docs)\nTuesday April 28th @ 3:00pm: Images and Alt-text\n\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE \nThese sessions are general overviews\, and outline best practices. If you need more granular or idiosyncratic support please schedule a one-on-one consultation.
URL:/calendar/event/title-ii-tuesdays-workshop-series/2026-03-31/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T201741Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Helping Food Security from Your Backyard
DESCRIPTION:Home gardeners can play a meaningful role in strengthening local food security. This webinar will provide a brief overview of our Harvest for Hunger efforts and walk through the key steps\, from choosing what to grow and planting\, to harvesting\, distribution\, and reporting your donation at the end of the season. You’ll also hear from dedicated volunteers who grow extra food in their own gardens and donate it to food pantries and hunger relief programs. They will share practical tips for working with donation sites\, along with personal insights from their experiences. Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to maximize your garden’s impact\, this webinar will offer actionable guidance to help strengthen food security right from your backyard.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker info: \nKate Garland\, a 91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension Horticulture Professional since 2010\, dedicates her efforts to enhancing gardening efficiency and skills. Through workshops\, newsletters\, and personalized guidance\, she empowers home\, school\, and community growers. Kate also supports Master Gardener Volunteers and Maine Harvest for Hunger Volunteers\, who are civic-minded individuals educating and serving the community through horticultural initiatives\, as well as addressing food insecurity through efficient growing\, gleaning\, and distribution efforts throughout the state. \nJane Traill is a Master Gardener Volunteer in Oxford County. \nRegistration is required with a sliding scale program fee for each webinar. Participants will receive the Zoom information after registering for a webinar. Check your email and let us know if you don’t receive it within 24 hours. Register for the Gardening Webinar Series: Helping Food Security from your Backyard here! \nAll sessions will be recorded unless otherwise noted\, and shared with participants in about a week following the event. If you are unable to attend the live session\, but would like to receive the recording and a resource list\, please register and be sure to include your email address. \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact extension.gardening@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/gardening-webinar-series-helping-food-security-from-your-backyard/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/gardening-webinar-series-helping-food-security-from-your-backyard/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
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UID:10006983-1775030400-1775062800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:2026 Maine Invasive Species Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Maine Invasive Species Network Meeting! \nInvasive species threaten our agriculture\, landscapes\, natural resources\, and even our health. The Maine Invasive Species Network (MISN) meeting is where Maine’s invasive species professionals come to learn and collaborate. MISN’s goal is to ensure a strong\, well-connected cadre of practitioners\, researchers\, and educators. This benefits everyone with a stake in our state’s natural resources. Join us for the latest updates and discussion on the invasive pests threatening Maine. \nLunch and refreshments will be provided. \nPesticide applicator (6) and forestry (6) credits are available for attending this program. \nWhen: April 1\, 2026\, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM \nWhere: Wells Conference Center\, 91±¬ÁÏ\, 131 Munson Rd.\, Orono\, ME \nPrice: $25 (base registration) \nThe registration deadline is March 1st\, 2026. \nFor a reasonable accommodation\, please contact Kerry Bernard at kerry.bernard.maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/2026-maine-invasive-species-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Wells Conference Center\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
GEO:44.897732;-68.6687076
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260212T210934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T211018Z
UID:10005494-1775032200-1775062800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Meat & Poultry HACCP
DESCRIPTION:In this two and a half-day course you will learn the fundamentals of Meat and Poultry HACCP. The course provides participants with hands-on experience in developing a HACCP Plan. We welcome not only Meat and Poultry processors\, but also any other food processors seeking HACCP certification and knowledge. \n*This course is an International HACCP Alliance Accredited course. \nRegister for Meat and Poultry HACCP here! \nFor more information contact: Theresa Tilton at 207.942.7396\, 800.287.1485 (in Maine) or theresa.tilton@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/meat-poultry-haccp/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension\, Penobscot County\, 307 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T173000
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SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Waldoboro
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management\, business planning\, how to get started with a new field\, expertise on a particular subject\, to sharing ideas about research and education efforts. \nWhile Lily has expertise on many subjects\, she is also an excellent person to connect you to the resources you need. Lily can visit your field instead of an office meeting\, however\, developing a field management or business management plan requires focused time at a table with a computer and other\nresources. \nWaldoboro \n\nDates: March 24\, March 27\, April 1\, May 6\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nAddress: 377 Manktown Rd\, Waldoboro\, ME 04572\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-waldoboro/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Knox-Lincoln Cooperative Extension Office\, 377 Manktown Road\, Waldoboro\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260129T194821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T202249Z
UID:10004183-1775059200-1775062800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club
DESCRIPTION:The 4-H Intro to Artificial Intelligence Club will provide an introduction to what artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are. This will be a 6 session series for ages 9+ that focuses on the foundations of AI\, including introduction to AI\, pattern recognition\, human versus machine learning\, AI in daily life and ethical awareness. Participants will take a closer look at how these are currently being used\, learn about what AI does well and what it does not do well and considerations for using AI. \nArtificial Intelligence has incredible capabilities. This series will reveal some opportunities and challenges of this emerging technology in a safe learning environment. In this club\, youth will explore this emerging powerful technology with guidance and support from 4-H staff. \n\n\nAges: Youth ages 9-18 \n\n\nDates/Times: Wednesdays\, February 25 – April 1 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm \n\n\nCapacity: Limited to 10 youth \n\n\nRegistration deadline: February 12\, 2026 \n\n\nRegister here! \nContact sarah.sparks@maine.edu for more information.
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-intro-to-artificial-intelligence-club/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/4-h-intro-to-artificial-intelligence-club/2026-04-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T163000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260225T141523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T141523Z
UID:10006626-1775118600-1775147400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:91±¬ÁÏ Blue Economy Career Summit
DESCRIPTION:Maine is a national leader in the marine and coastal sectors\, with a dynamic Blue Economy powered by innovation\, research\, and industry leadership. With generous support from the Alton ’38 and Adelaide Hamm Campus Activity Fund\, the 91±¬ÁÏ Blue Economy Career Summit brings together students\, employers\, researchers\, and professionals from across Maine’s marine and coastal sectors for a one-day event focused on career pathways\, workforce development\, and connecting with future employers.
URL:/calendar/event/university-of-maine-blue-economy-career-summit/
LOCATION:Wells Conferemce Center\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Student Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260312T133530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T133530Z
UID:10006986-1775143800-1775149200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H: It’s Wild! Explore the Maine Blueberry Industry
DESCRIPTION:With special guest Paul Sweetland of Union\, a lifelong producer of Maine wild blueberries\, we will look into the history\, changing industry\, plants\, and new ways of thinking about land use challenges of Maine Wild Blueberry production. We will also taste and compare wild and highbush blueberries\, along with their different uses. \nWhen: Thursday\, April 2\, 2026 \nTime: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nLocation: Belfast Free Library\, 106 High Street\, Belfast\, Maine 04915 \nRegistration must be completed for each program session. Registration for each session will open following the completion of the previous month’s program. \nSnacks will be provided for participants. Please list any dietary restrictions in the registration form below. \nRegister for It’s Wild here! \nFor more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, please get in touch with Karen Giles at the Waldo County Cooperative Extension office at 207-342-5971 or karen.giles@maine.edu
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-its-wild-explore-the-maine-blueberry-industry/
LOCATION:Belfast Free Library\, 106 High Street\, Belfast\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension - Waldo County":MAILTO:extension.waldo@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260326T122312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T122312Z
UID:10007117-1775149200-1775152800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Hedgerows for Resilient Landscapes Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Discover how hedgerows can strengthen home and community landscapes by supporting biodiversity\, improving habitat connectivity and promoting natural pest management. This two-part learning series\, offered in partnership with Maine Audubon and the 91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension\, combines virtual instruction with hands-on fieldwork at the Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden in Old Town. Participants will explore plant selection\, site preparation\, installation techniques and long-term maintenance strategies to create multifunctional hedgerows that provide food and shelter for birds and beneficial insects. The webinar is free; the in-person workshop is $15. Participants are welcome to sign up for one or both sessions. Pre-registration is required. Space for the field session is limited. \nHedgerows for Resilient Landscapes Webinar Registration
URL:/calendar/event/hedgerows-for-resilient-landscapes-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension - Penobscot County":MAILTO:extension.penobscot@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/hedgerows-for-resilient-landscapes-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260325T123623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T123623Z
UID:10007076-1775210400-1775217600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Food Safety Webinar Series: Electronic and In-Person Food Safety Training
DESCRIPTION:The 91±¬ÁÏ Extension Food Safety Webinar Series is a monthly\, expert-led educational series focused on practical food safety\, regulatory compliance\, and product innovation across the food system. Sessions cover topics such as electronic record-keeping\, workforce training\, chemical safety\, food adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, audit readiness\, product development\, environmental air quality\, and alternative protein innovations. The series is designed for food producers\, processors\, seafood businesses\, entrepreneurs\, quality assurance staff\, extension educators\, students\, faculty\, regulatory professionals\, and technical specialists\, with particular relevance for those working with food safety training\, compliance systems\, seafood hazards\, product development\, and emerging technologies in food processing. \nFood businesses and professionals face increasing regulatory expectations\, evolving hazards\, and rapid technological change. By addressing real-world topics such as digital compliance systems\, chemical handling\, adulteration prevention\, seafood pathogen detection\, and audit preparation\, the series helps participants stay current and make informed\, practical decisions. Participants will gain practical tools\, real-world case studies\, and actionable strategies related to training programs\, compliance documentation\, safe chemical use\, adulteration prevention\, seafood safety\, product innovation\, and environmental controls—knowledge they can immediately apply in their operations\, classrooms\, or regulatory work. \nElectronic and In-Person Food Safety Training \nEffective training is a cornerstone of a strong food safety culture. This session will compare the advantages and limitations of electronic (e-learning) and in-person training modalities. We will explore how to design engaging and instructionally sound content for each format\, including interactive e-learning modules\, virtual instructor-led training (VILT)\, and hands-on classroom sessions. The webinar will also cover strategies for blended learning approaches\, methods to assess training effectiveness (e.g.\, quizzes\, observational audits)\, and how to maintain training records to demonstrate workforce competency to auditors and inspectors. \nTo Register and Receive Webinar Zoom Link
URL:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-electronic-and-in-person-food-safety-training/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/food-safety-webinar-series-electronic-and-in-person-food-safety-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T173000
DTSTAMP:20260630T151341
CREATED:20260306T134003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T134003Z
UID:10006859-1775212200-1775237400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Individual Blueberry Farm – Extension Office Hours – Belfast
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Calderwood will be present at Extension Offices across the wild blueberry growing regions of Maine this spring for one-on-one free consultations. Sign up for an hour and a half time slot to discuss anything from field management\, business planning\, how to get started with a new field\, expertise on a particular subject\, to sharing ideas about research and education efforts. \nWhile Lily has expertise on many subjects\, she is also an excellent person to connect you to the resources you need. Lily can visit your field instead of an office meeting\, however\, developing a field management or business management plan requires focused time at a table with a computer and other\nresources. \n\nDates: April 3\, April 28\, May 15\nTimeslots:\n\n10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n\nAddress: 992 Waterville Rd\, Belfast\, ME 04915\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here!
URL:/calendar/event/individual-blueberry-farm-extension-office-hours-belfast/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Waldo County Extension Office\, 992 Waterville Road\, Belfast\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="91±¬ÁÏ Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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