Maine Agricultural Trades Show

Bureau / Program: Animal and Plant Health, Agriculture Resource Development, Board of Pesticides Control, Maine Forest Service, Animal Health
Date: January 13, 2026 - January 15, 2026
Location: Augusta Civic Center
Event Type: Special Event

The State of Maine Agricultural Trades Show is an important gathering for Maine agriculture. The annual event features exhibits, conference sessions, and the Listening Post, which offers daily meet and greets at 9 AM, 12PM, and 2 PM, and free business advising appointments. The show opens to the public daily at 9 AM. There is no admission fee - some sessions may require pre-registration and course fees.

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Contact Name: Anne Trenholm
Contact Phone: (207) 287-7620
Contact Email: acfagtradesshow@maine.gov
Website: http://maine.gov/dacf/agtradesshow
Cost: Free Admission

Videographer and Video Editor(s)

Bureau / Program: Maine Conservation Corps
Date:
Location: MCC Office in Augusta
Event Type: Volunteer

Maine Conservation Corps (MCC) is seeking a videographer and video editor(s) who can create a few short film projects to help us in our marketing and recruitment endeavors.

MCC is an AmeriCorps program that provides opportunities for people to get outdoors and contribute to the greater good. Our mission is to accomplish conservation initiatives that inspire people and enhance communities, and that's what we've been doing since our establishment in 1983.

Every year, we place almost 100 individuals throughout the entire state of Maine to conserve and protect our natural resources. They participate in trail maintenance and erosion control, water quality and wildlife monitoring, invasive plant removal, outdoor education and outreach, and so much more.

In addition, we provide people with an opportunity to learn valuable life skills, gain confidence, and become lifelong advocates of the environment.

We need your help to spread the word about the awesome things we are getting done!

Responsibilities

  • Produce short marketing videos 30, 60, or 90 seconds in length
  • Ensure our key messages and goals are incorporated into the videos
  • Possession of necessary film equipment, including camera, editing software, lighting, or sound equipment
  • Travel with or without an MCC staff person to project sites to get footage of members and projects
  • Edit footage and collaborate with MCC staff to create the final product
  • Input music, dialogues, graphics, and effects
  • Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running
  • Collect appropriate consent from persons interviewed, photographed, etc.
  • Ensure final products are accessible (e.g., audio descriptions, closed captions, etc.)
  • Receive express written consent from MCC before disseminating products
  • Check-in regularly with MCC staff for updates and communicate any needs through email or face-to-face meetings

Qualifications

  • Professional or personal experience in video production: filming, image, and sound editing (samples of past work would be very appreciated)
  • Professional, energetic, creative, and self-motivated
  • Effective communicator and troubleshooter
  • Ability to make decisions and follow through with minimal supervision
  • Ability to follow through and meet deadlines and possess a strong sense of responsibility

To Get Involved

If you're interested in this, or other volunteer projects, please fill out our quick interest form!

Contact Phone: (207) 624-6085

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: January 22, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine OR Microsoft Teams
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Join Meeting

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: February 19, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine OR Microsoft Teams
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Join Meeting

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: March 19, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: April 23, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: May 21, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: June 18, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: July 23, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: August 20, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: September 24, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: November 19, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Milk Commission Meeting

Bureau / Program: Maine Milk Commission
Date: December 23, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Julie-Marie Bickford
Contact Phone: 207-287-7521
Contact Email: Julie-Marie.Bickford@maine.gov

Maine Harness Racing Commission Public Meeting (tentative)

Bureau / Program: Maine Harness Racing Commission
Date: January 20, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine OR Microsoft Teams
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Join Meeting

Contact Name: Shane Bacon
Contact Email: shane.bacon@maine.gov

Maine Harness Racing Commission Public Meeting (tentative)

Bureau / Program: Maine Harness Racing Commission
Date: February 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine OR Microsoft Teams
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Join Meeting

Contact Name: Shane Bacon
Contact Email: shane.bacon@maine.gov

Public Comment for Chapter 10 - Revision to Exclude Highland Plantation from Primary and Secondary Locations

Bureau / Program: Land Use Planning Commission
Date: December 10, 2025 - January 28, 2026
Event Type: Public Comment

Contact Name: Stacy Benjamin
Contact Phone: 207-441-3761
Contact Email: stacy.benjamin@maine.gov
Website: https://www.maine.gov/dacf/lupc/laws_rules/proposed_rules/rules.shtml

Public Comment for Chapter 348 Exemption for On-Farm Raising, Slaughter and Processing of Less Than 1,000 Ready-To-Cook Whole Poultry Carcasses

Bureau / Program: Quality Assurance and Regulations
Date: December 11, 2025 - January 12, 2026
Event Type: Public Comment

The purpose of this Rule is to set forth regulations for the slaughter and processing of whole ready-to-cook poultry carcasses for a poultry producer that processes fewer than 1,000 birds annually of their own raising in accordance with 22 M.R.S. 2517-C(4).

Public Hearing: January 2, 2026, 10 AM - 11 AM, Deering Building Rm. 101, 90 Blossom Lane, Augusta, ME 04333

Comment Deadline January 12, 2026, 3 PM.

Contact Name: Jennifer Eberly DVM
Contact Phone: 207-287-3841
Contact Email: Jennifer.eberly@maine.gov

Related Documents:

Rulemaking Fact Sheet (PDF)

Chapter 348 (PDF)

Maine Agriculture, Food System and Forest Products Infrastructure Investment Fund (AFFPIIF) Advisory Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Agriculture Resource Development, AFFPIIF
Date: January 28, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Microsoft Teams - Online Meeting
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Join Meeting

Contact Name: Craig Lapine
Contact Email: craig.lapine@maine.gov

Maine Agriculture, Food System and Forest Products Infrastructure Investment Fund (AFFPIIF) Advisory Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Agriculture Resource Development, AFFPIIF
Date: February 25, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Microsoft Teams - Online Meeting
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Join Meeting

Contact Name: Craig Lapine
Contact Email: craig.lapine@maine.gov

Maine Agriculture, Food System and Forest Products Infrastructure Investment Fund (AFFPIIF) Advisory Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Agriculture Resource Development, AFFPIIF
Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Microsoft Teams - Online Meeting
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Join Meeting

Contact Name: Craig Lapine
Contact Email: craig.lapine@maine.gov

Forestry Health Workshop & Field Walk - Lamoine

Bureau / Program: Maine Natural Areas Program, Maine Forest Service
Date: January 30, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Lamoine Community Center, followed by Field Walk near Lamoine State Park
Event Type: Workshop/Training

This event will feature state and county-wide experts on forest invasives for woodland owners wanting to learn practices to improve the health of their forest land and trees.

Workshop Presentations will include:

  • Chad Hammer, Invasive Plant Biologist, ME Natural Areas Program, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) will speak on early detection, rapid response, Japanese stiltgrass, how to use iMap, a discussion on the means of spread and how to mitigate it.
  • Stephen MacDonald, Maine Forest Service/Hancock County District Forester, will be lead the Field Walk.
  • Maine Forest Service Health & Monitoring Division presents a forest health update for Hancock County.
  • Gabe LeMay, Entomologist II Maine Forest Service/DACF will focus on major pests and diseases affecting Downeast Maine.
  • Mark Whiting, Hancock County Soil & Water Conservation District Board Chair and Biologist will talk about how managing small woodlots and Backyard Rewilding go together.

REGISTER

Cost: Free but registration required

Introduction to Avenza Maps Workshop - Ellsworth

Bureau / Program: Maine Forest Service
Date: March 11, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Woodlawn Museum, 19 Black House Drive, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Event Type: Workshop/Training

Avenza Maps is a popular app used by outdoor enthusiasts, landowners, hikers, and professionals to navigate in the field, and record GPS data on a georeferenced pdf map. Avenza Maps uses your devices GPS location services to access your location, regardless of cell service. Avenza Maps can be used on Android, iOS, and Window devices. Geospatial PDF Maps are available from the Avenza Map Store, or you can import your own maps.

At this workshop participants will be introduced to Avenza Maps and some of its common uses. Topics covered during the workshop will include importing maps, collecting waypoints and tracks, measuring distance and area, and exporting data. A portion of the workshop will be indoors learning the basics of the app, and outside on the recreational trails where participants will have an opportunity to use the app in the field.

This workshop will be led by District Forester, Steve MacDonald with the Maine Forest Service.

This workshop will be limited to 20 participants. You can register for the event at https://www.woodlawnellsworth.org/event-details-registration/introduction-to-avenza-maps-workshop

Participants should bring their own device with the Avenza Maps app installed to use at the workshop.

Additional information will be sent via email about 1 week before the event and in the event of bad weather this event may be cancelled or postponed.

This event is free and is sponsored by Woodlawn Museum, the Maine Forest Service, and Maine Woodland Owners.

Participants should bring their own bagged lunch. There is a water bottle refilling station for people who bring their own water bottle.

Land for Maine's Future Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future
Date: January 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov
Website: http://www.maine.gov/dacf/lmf/

Land for Maine's Future Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future
Date: March 31, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov
Website: http://www.maine.gov/dacf/lmf/

Land for Maine's Future Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future
Date: May 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov
Website: http://www.maine.gov/dacf/lmf/

Land for Maine's Future Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future
Date: July 28, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov
Website: http://www.maine.gov/dacf/lmf/

Land for Maine's Future Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future
Date: September 26, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov
Website: http://www.maine.gov/dacf/lmf/

Land for Maine's Future Board Meeting

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future
Date: November 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov
Website: http://www.maine.gov/dacf/lmf/

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: January 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: February 11, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: March 4, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: April 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: June 10, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: August 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: October 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: October 28, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov

Land for Maine's Future Appraisal Oversight Committee

Bureau / Program: Land for Maine's Future - Appraisal Oversight Committee
Date: December 2, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Event Type: Public Meeting/Hearing

The LMF Appraisal Oversight Committee examines project appraisals and determines if the method of reaching the final value is consistent with LMF Board policy and appraisal standards, and if the appraisal value reflects fair market value. The Committee recommends the final value to the LMF Board.

Contact Name: Laura Graham
Contact Phone: (207) 592-6135
Contact Email: laura.graham@maine.gov