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The seed production industry has evolved over the years, but experts say there's still merit in modern growers raising their own seeds or locally sourcing them.
In Maine, there’s a small community of gardeners and farmers who are restoring and saving lost seed varieties. Seed saving is a way to connect with past traditions, but in the face of climate change, it's an important way to the adapt for the future.
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and University of New Hampshire Extension will hold an online panel discussion about new vegetable varieties available for Northern New England gardens from 6â7 p.m. Jan. 13. âExciting New Vegetable Varieties for Home Gardenersâ will feature Mark Hutton, UMaine Extension associate professor and state vegetable specialist; Becky Sideman, UNH Extension professor and sustainable horticulture state specialist; Heron Breen, area coordinator in charge of trials programs for Fedco Seeds; and Lauren Giroux, director of product selection and...
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension and University of New Hampshire Extension will hold an online panel discussion about new vegetable
ORONO — University of Maine Cooperative Extension and University of New Hampshire Extension will hold an online panel discussion about new vegetable varieties available for Northern New England gardens from 6–7 p.m. Jan. 13. “Exciting New Vegetable Varieties for Home Gardeners'' will feature Mark Hutton, UMaine Extension associate professor and state ...