Farming in Maine is complicated, nuanced, and continually changing.
We need an informed and dedicated community of people who are passionate about Maine farms, speaking up, and contributing to farming’s future.
There is a lot to celebrate about farming in Maine today. But there is still much work to do for farming to realize its full potential, which is why MFT continues to showcase the successes, challenges, and ambitions of Maine’s food landscape using books, films, art exhibits, and conversations. We believe that farming is fundamental to our future – and thus warrants the highest levels of public attention and support.
MEDIA
Like the best farmers, MFT is always experimenting. We tell the evolving story of farming in Maine using varied media forms to connect to a broad audience—from films and photography to unique publications.
Dig into stories of Maine agriculture through videos, podcasts, photography and more. Learn More.
This is MFT’s annual journal for our members. Become a member to receive your copy in the mail. Learn More.
Three film vignettes explore the growing pains of the local food movement in Maine. Learn More.
Three photo exhibits: Groundbreakers, Feeding Maine, and The Lexicon of Sustainability, as described below. Each provides a platform for food system discussion. They are available to travel for an exhibition in your community. Learn More.
MFT is pleased to share our first podcast series focusing on Farm Succession, and the intersection between Farming and Climate Change. Listen to the episodes here.
Our gallery celebrates agriculture through art, capturing the vibrancy of Maine’s farms and the intimate relationship farmers have with the earth, the crops they raise and animals they tend. Learn More.
The Joseph A. Fiore Art Center at Rolling Acres Farm is a program of Maine Farmland Trust that actively connects the creative worlds of farming, conservation and the arts. Learn more.
Our staff makes regular presentations to various groups. From conference panels to garden club meetings, library talks to TEDTalks, we are more than happy to share our work with your audience. If interested, contact us.
We organize all types of events around the state, from farm parties to panel discussions. See what’s on the calendar.
Our signature food festival has evolved and taken on new life as a series of smaller, hands-on events focused on Maine food. Join us for in-depth field trips & workshops throughout the month of June, culminating in a special event at the end of June 2018. Learn more.
State and federal policy impacts our farmers and our food system, often in profound ways. We keep our finger on the pulse of policies that will impact Maine farms. Learn More.
Contact us if you are…
A farmer or food enthusiast with a story to share.
An organization or individual interested in bringing a film, presentation, event or photo exhibit to your community.
An individual interested in learning more about what’s happening in food and ag policy.
Let's grow a bright future for farming in Maine, together.
You have a say in the future of farming.
It’s going to take a whole lot of hard work to protect more farmland, help farmers thrive, and increase access to local food.
You can help: become a member of Maine Farmland Trust.