Agriculture News

Emerald ash borer discovered on Mount Desert Island prompts quarantine expansion

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry has confirmed the presence of the emerald ash borer (EAB) on Mount Desert Island, signaling a new area of concern for the state's forest health efforts.

By Pine State News | Apr 1, 2025

Agriculture

Maine hosts successful agriculture policy day focusing on youth leadership

Young agricultural leaders from across Maine recently convened at the State House for Agriculture Policy Day, a significant event within the Year of Youth in Agriculture initiative.

By Pine State News | Mar 19, 2025

Latest News

Agriculture

Governor Mills announces events for Maine Agriculture Week

By Pine State News | Mar 17, 2025

Governor Janet Mills has declared March 17-23, 2025, as Maine Agriculture Week to honor the state's agricultural community.

Agriculture

Maine observes Invasive Species Awareness Week starting February 24

By Pine State News | Feb 20, 2025

Governor Janet Mills has declared February 24 to March 2, 2025, as Invasive Species Awareness Week in Maine.

Agriculture

Maine commissioner urges swift release of critical farm funding

By Pine State News | Feb 19, 2025

Maine's Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner Amanda Beal has called on the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, to expedite the release of federal funds that are currently being withheld.

Agriculture

Maine health officials urge precautions after avian flu found in wild birds

By Pine State News | Feb 11, 2025

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, along with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) and the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW), is advising the public to take precautions...

Agriculture

Maine announces agriculture policy day for student engagement

By Pine State News | Feb 11, 2025

The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) and the Maine Department of Education (DOE), together with statewide agriculture organizations, have announced the Maine Agriculture Policy Day at the Legislature.