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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T180000
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SUMMARY:Commercial Horticulture Webinar Series: Integrated Weed Management for Ornamental Greenhouse Crops
DESCRIPTION:Learn practical strategies for managing weeds in greenhouse ornamental production. Weeds compete with crops for space\, light\, and nutrients\, reducing quality and productivity. In this session\, we’ll cover common greenhouse weeds\, their biology\, and a range of control methods. Topics will include cultural and mechanical approaches\, along with key considerations for effective chemical control. \nRegister Online: Integrated Weed Management for Ornamental Greenhouse Crops \nRegistration is required; sliding scale fee options are available. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation\, contact Rebecca Gray at 207.356.1348 or extension.gardening@maine.edu. \nº£½ÇÉçÇø the Speaker\nDr. Manjot Sidhu is an Assistant Extension Professor of Horticulture and Ornamental Horticulture Specialist at University of º£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension. Manjot works on developing educational programs\, providing specialized support\, and conducting applied research programs that caters to the state-wide needs of ornamental crop production in º£½ÇÉçÇø. She focuses on the needs of º£½ÇÉçÇø’s green industry that includes floriculture\, nurseries\, greenhouse production\, christmas tree production and clients involved in consumer horticulture.
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CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
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SUMMARY:Wild Blueberry Spring Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 8th Annual Wild Blueberry Spring Conference! \nWe know you come for the FOOD! There will be coffee and breakfast items in the morning\, followed by soups and sandwiches for lunch made by Angie’s Comfort Kitchen\, and snacks in the afternoon. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. \nIf you choose to attend virtually\, the Zoom link will be emailed the day before the event. \nTwo Pesticide Credits will be available to those with full-day in-person attendance. \nPay what you can: $10\, $20\, $50\, $100. \nSuggested donation of $30. All proceeds go directly towards the Extension Wild Blueberry Programming. \nView the Agenda. \nFor more information or a reasonable accommodation to any Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension Wild Blueberry Event\, please contact Mary Michaud by phone at 207.581.3175 or by email at mary.j.michaud@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/wild-blueberry-spring-conference/
LOCATION:Moore Community Center\, 125 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260628T212811
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SUMMARY:Improving Dairy Goat Milk Quality: Lessons from Parlor Audits in Vermont
DESCRIPTION:Join Uº£½ÇÉçÇø and UVM Extension for a workshop all about dairy goat milk quality. The goat dairy research team from UVM Extension will present the findings from their recent work\, providing parlor audit and milk testing services to 16 Vermont goat dairy farms. We will discuss their findings and how they translate to actionable ways to improve milk quality on your farm. \nWhen: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 (snowdate February 11) \nTime: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nLocation: Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Augusta\, Fireside Lounge – Randall Student Center\, 46 University Drive\, Augusta\, º£½ÇÉçÇø 04330-9402 \nA virtual option is available. The link will be sent out one week prior to the workshop. \nCost: Free\, and lunch will be provided \nWho should attend: This workshop is designed for dairy goat farmers\, veterinarians\, milk inspectors\, and agriculture service providers who support dairy goat farmers in improving milk quality practices. \nMust register to attend. Register here! \nThis event is sponsored by The University of º£½ÇÉçÇø Extension\, The University of Vermont Extension\, and the Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center. 
URL:/calendar/event/6011/
LOCATION:University of º£½ÇÉçÇø at Augusta\, 46 University Drive\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330-9488\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000
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SUMMARY:Growing Seven Months of Cut Flowers: Seed Starting to Harvesting Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Jason Aucoin of Back Cover Flowers for an in-depth look at how to grow cut flowers continuously from early spring through fall. Jason will walk participants through his full growing season\, from seed starting and succession planting to harvesting.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Master Gardener Volunteer since 2009\, Jason has spent the past seven years co-owning and operating a diverse micro cut-flower farm in Portland’s Back Cove neighborhood. Farming on just a quarter acre\, he grows thousands of stems each season and sells his flowers directly to the community through his weekend farm stand on Ocean Avenue in Portland. \nThis webinar is ideal for home gardeners\, aspiring flower farmers\, and anyone curious about maximizing flower production in a small space. This webinar will be recorded for registered participants. \nRegister here! The program fee is offered on a sliding scale ($10/$5/$0) and is free for enrolled º£½ÇÉçÇø Master Gardener Volunteers. \nContact pamela.hargest@maine.edu with questions.
URL:/calendar/event/growing-seven-months-of-cut-flowers-seed-starting-to-harvesting/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/growing-seven-months-of-cut-flowers-seed-starting-to-harvesting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T111500
DTSTAMP:20260628T212811
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SUMMARY:4-H Winter STEM Virtual Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This February\, ignite a new appreciation for winter! Join our hands-on\, curiosity-driven virtual science series designed for youth ages 10 and up. Through guided inquiry\, investigation\, and observation\, we will explore all the wonders of the cold season. Get ready to transform your view of winter! \n\nCost: Free\nAges: 9-18\nDates/Time: February 17\, 18\, 19\, 20 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.\nRegistration Deadline: February 3\, 2026\nCapacity: Limited to 15 youth\n\nFor more information and to register: Registration Form \nContact emily.booth@maine.edu for more information.
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-winter-stem-virtual-workshop-series/2026-02-17/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
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SUMMARY:4-H Winter STEM Virtual Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This February\, ignite a new appreciation for winter! Join our hands-on\, curiosity-driven virtual science series designed for youth ages 10 and up. Through guided inquiry\, investigation\, and observation\, we will explore all the wonders of the cold season. Get ready to transform your view of winter! \n\nCost: Free\nAges: 9-18\nDates/Time: February 17\, 18\, 19\, 20 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.\nRegistration Deadline: February 3\, 2026\nCapacity: Limited to 15 youth\n\nFor more information and to register: Registration Form \nContact emily.booth@maine.edu for more information.
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-winter-stem-virtual-workshop-series/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T173000
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SUMMARY:Somerset County Spring Farm and Garden Series – Composting
DESCRIPTION:Please join Nick Rowley for a spring farm and garden series focused on vegetable production topics suitable for the home gardener to the farmer. There will be a total of four sessions\, a mix of classroom lectures and discussion\, and refreshments will be provided. Register for one or all. Attend virtually or in person.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn the basics behind building a compost pile and how compost can be utilized as a valuable soil amendment for vegetable production. \nRegistration is required\, and each session is limited to 20 participants. Register for Somerset County Spring Farm and Garden Series – Composting here! \nIn the event of inclement weather\, sessions may be moved to a completely virtual format. Questions and accommodation needs can be directed to Nick Rowley\, 207-778-4650 Nicholas.rowley@maine.edu\, and Julie Lajoie\, 207-474-9622 julie.lajoie@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/somerset-county-spring-farm-and-garden-series-composting/
LOCATION:Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension Somerset County\, 7 County Drive\, Skowhegan\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension - Somerset County":MAILTO:extension.somerset@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T111500
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UID:10004205-1771495200-1771499700@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H Winter STEM Virtual Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This February\, ignite a new appreciation for winter! Join our hands-on\, curiosity-driven virtual science series designed for youth ages 10 and up. Through guided inquiry\, investigation\, and observation\, we will explore all the wonders of the cold season. Get ready to transform your view of winter! \n\nCost: Free\nAges: 9-18\nDates/Time: February 17\, 18\, 19\, 20 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.\nRegistration Deadline: February 3\, 2026\nCapacity: Limited to 15 youth\n\nFor more information and to register: Registration Form \nContact emily.booth@maine.edu for more information.
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-winter-stem-virtual-workshop-series/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260628T212811
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UID:10006593-1771524000-1771529400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:York County Farmers' Network Series: Protecting What Matters
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nRegistration is required\, with a sliding scale fee ($0-$15) per session. Register for Protecting What Matters here! \nUnless noted otherwise these workshops are located at the York County Cooperative Extension Office at 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred ME 04002 and include dinner.
URL:/calendar/event/york-county-farmers-network-series-protecting-what-matters-in-york-county/
LOCATION:Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension York County\, 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred\, ME\, 04002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension - York County":MAILTO:extension.york@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T111500
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UID:10004208-1771581600-1771586100@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:4-H Winter STEM Virtual Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This February\, ignite a new appreciation for winter! Join our hands-on\, curiosity-driven virtual science series designed for youth ages 10 and up. Through guided inquiry\, investigation\, and observation\, we will explore all the wonders of the cold season. Get ready to transform your view of winter! \n\nCost: Free\nAges: 9-18\nDates/Time: February 17\, 18\, 19\, 20 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.\nRegistration Deadline: February 3\, 2026\nCapacity: Limited to 15 youth\n\nFor more information and to register: Registration Form \nContact emily.booth@maine.edu for more information.
URL:/calendar/event/4-h-winter-stem-virtual-workshop-series/2026-02-20/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260628T212811
CREATED:20260129T194821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T202249Z
UID:10004168-1772035200-1772038800@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/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:extension@maine.edu
LOCATION:/calendar/event/4-h-intro-to-artificial-intelligence-club/2026-02-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260628T212812
CREATED:20260129T210016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T214206Z
UID:10004216-1772128800-1772136000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:York County Farmers' Network Series: Basics of Greenhouse Technology
DESCRIPTION:A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for º£½ÇÉçÇø growers. Topics include: \n\nTypes of greenhouse structures and materials\nHeating\, cooling\, and ventilation systems\nBasic automation and environmental controls\nCommon challenges and low-cost solutions for small and mid-size farms\n\nThe session also covers how greenhouse systems can extend the growing season\, improve crop quality\, and support farm profitability. \nRegister here!  \nRegistration is required\, with a sliding scale fee ($0-$15) per session. \nUnless noted otherwise these workshops are located at the York County Cooperative Extension Office at 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred ME 04002 and include dinner.
URL:/calendar/event/york-county-farmers-network-series-basics-of-greenhouse-technology/
LOCATION:Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension York County\, 45 Kennebunk Road\, Alfred\, ME\, 04002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Cooperative Extension - York County":MAILTO:extension.york@maine.edu
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