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York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms—from small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. The York County Farmers Network (YCFN) was brought back to life to support this community, foster connection, and help local agriculture thrive well into the future. In recent years, York County farms have embraced agritourism and direct-to-consumer markets, contributing to Maine’s $172 million in […]

York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms—from small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. The York County Farmers Network (YCFN) was brought back to life to support this community, foster connection, and help local agriculture thrive well into the future. In recent years, York County farms have embraced agritourism and direct-to-consumer markets, contributing to Maine’s $172 million in […]

York County is home to a vibrant mix of farms—from small specialty growers to multi-generation family operations. The York County Farmers Network (YCFN) was brought back to life to support this community, foster connection, and help local agriculture thrive well into the future. In recent years, York County farms have embraced agritourism and direct-to-consumer markets, contributing to Maine’s $172 million in […]

Ready to take your business to the next level? Build a Better Business is a set of hands-on workshops designed for business owners who want practical tools, fresh insights, and real results. Choose from a half-day or full-day experience (with locally catered lunch and snacks!), and dive into topics of: financial modeling; business strategy mapping; resilience planning; […]

A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for Maine growers. Topics include: Types of greenhouse structures and materials Heating, cooling, and ventilation systems Basic automation and environmental controls Common challenges and low-cost solutions for small and mid-size farms The session also covers how greenhouse systems can extend the growing season, improve crop quality, […]

Join local Farm Family agent, Thea Champlin, for a down-to-earth look at farm insurance and risk management. With years of experience working on horse farms, Thea—owner of The Champlin Agency—shares real-life stories and simple, practical strategies to help farmers protect what matters most and keep their operations resilient. Registration is required, with a sliding scale fee […]

Join experienced sugarmakers for demonstrations and discussion on all aspects of making maple syrup, the sweetest gift of nature, in your own backyard! In the morning, learn about identifying and tapping trees, collecting and boiling sap, and more. After a short break, join us at a local maple farm to look at their tubing systems […]