University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host the annual Maine Forage Conference from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Monday, October 27 at the Governor’s Ballroom, 376 Main Street, Waterville. The event is an opportunity for producers to gain expert insights into forage management, soil health and pest challenges through presentations as well as a trade show. Winners of the 2025 Maine Hay Contest will also be recognized.
This year’s agenda features research and practical applications for producers from local and national experts. Leandro Vieira, assistant professor and soil fertility specialist at Louisiana State University, will lead two sessions, “Bayou to Boreal: Bridging Soil Health in Louisiana and Maine” and “Fertility by the Numbers: From Soil Sample to Smart Application.”
Other key presentations include Caragh Fitzgerald, associate Extension professor at UMaine, discussing “Enemies New and Old: Pest Challenges in Pastures, Hay, and Corn.” Farmer Larry Paul of Back River Farm will share his experience with equipment and Tom Hodgman of Waldoview Farm will discuss “Observations from High-Density Short-Duration Grazing with Sheep.” Additionally, Kate Turcotte of Wolfe’s Neck Center will present “From Soil to Science: Unearthing What’s New at the Wolfe’s Neck Center.”
Source : umaine.edu