The presence of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in soil, water, crops and livestock is an emerging national issue, and PFAS contamination in Maine is alarming, especially for farmers whose livelihoods are connected to the land. For some farms, concentrations…
Protecting farmland in Maine is essential for ensuring that we have the land base to grow our agricultural economy, particularly as more farmers reach retirement age and development pressures increase across the state. Protecting land is also a key natural…
Land access is one of the most critical components of agricultural production. Centuries of structural and institutional racism have blocked Black farmers from equal access to land in a myriad of ways. Land ownership in America, including in Maine, is…
Every year, Maine Maple Sunday is a great opportunity to learn about the importance of maple syrup in Maine's agricultural landscape and enjoy one of our state's favorite sweet treats! Maple sugar and syrup has been produced in Maine since…
Maine Farmland Trust among organizations to receive historic investment advancing climate resilience in agriculture, as one of 80 partners on two projects receiving $90 million over 5 years through the USDA’s Partnership for Climate Smart Commodities program. Along with dozens…
As the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 moves through Congress, MFT is proud to join over 130 groups across the country in strong support of the unprecedented investments in climate-friendly agriculture, Farm Bill conservation programs, and conservation technical assistance currently…
On July 25th, MFT closed on the purchase of the former Coastal Blueberries Service building at 61 Common Road in Union, in partnership with Midcoast Farmers Alliance (MFA), a support network for area farmers founded by Maine Coast Heritage Trust…
MFT Partnered with the Chebeague & Cumberland Land Trust (CCLT) to Protect LongWoods Preserve, Over 50 Acres of Farm, Forest, and Habitat for Community Benefit in Cumberland MFT is celebrating 54 acres of open farmland, forest, and riparian habitat along…
MFT recently announced the award of matching grants totaling $300,000 to six farms across the state upon their completion of MFT’s Farming for Wholesale program, a two year program that offers up to 100 hours of individualized business planning and…
Each year, MFT awards grant funds for projects that promise to increase food sustainability and improve the health and well-being of the Blue Hill Peninsula community. This year, we’re thrilled to share that 18 projects received a total of $45,000!…