In the last of our series diving into our top 2023 Farm Bill priorities, we are expanding upon why the bill should include a federal safety net for PFAS-impacted farms and prioritize PFAS focused research. Every five years, Congress drafts…
In this series, we are taking a deeper dive into each priority and how you can support. This week, we are taking a look at climate-smart agriculture. Together, we'll take a look at what climate-smart agriculture is, how it will…
In this series, we are taking a deeper dive into each priority and how you can support. This week, we are tackling local and regional food systems development. Every five years, Congress drafts a new federal Farm Bill, which determines…
Every five years, Congress drafts a new federal Farm Bill, which determines how billions of dollars are spent in our communities. The Farm Bill shapes what’s grown on the land and who grows it, conservation and climate, the safety of…
We are excited to share Maine Farmland Trust’s 2023 Farm Bill Priorities. Every five years, Congress drafts a new federal Farm Bill, which determines how billions of dollars are spent in our communities. The Farm Bill shapes what’s grown on…
This month, we wrapped up the workshop phase of our 2023 Farm Business Planning Programs, and are gearing up for what comes next. This year, a total of 46 farms across the state are beginning or continuing our Farm Business…
MFT understands that climate change is one of the most daunting challenges of our time, and will have significant impacts on Maine’s agricultural sector. Maine farmers are already experiencing climate change impacts, and are needing to adapt to the increasing…
Maine Farmland Trust partners with farmers, state policymakers and other stakeholders to cultivate a political and social environment in which Maine farms thrive. Through our farmland protection & farmland access work and the relationships we hold with farmers, our policy…
After many years serving on our Board, we are thrilled to share that Stacy Brenner has stepped down from her role on the Board to join us on staff as our Senior Advisor for Farmland Access! In this role, Stacy…