As farmers prepare to harvest and sell fresh fruits, vegetables and other healthy produce this spring, Morris Farm is hosting

Farm and Fish Fair this Sunday from 2-5 p.m. to help the public connect with local farmers and learn more about the different agricultural and fishery programs that are available in the community.

The Morris Farm Trust is a working farm and education center in Wiscasset, founded in 1994 to preserve and grow the land as a farm.

“The mission of the Morris Farm is to promote the values of sustainable agriculture and stewardship of the earth through education, demonstration and community involvement, while enhancing food security in Lincoln County,” said Merry Fossel, co-president of the organization.

There will be more than 10 farmers and fish cooperatives present at Sunday’s event, including Tender Soles Farm, Thirty Acre Farm, Goranson Farm, Morning Dew Farm, Port Clyde Fresh Catch and more, giving community members a chance to learn about what these programs have to offer and to purchase CSA (community supported agriculture) and CSF (community supported fisheries) shares through local producers.

Residents who sign up for a traditional CSA will receive farm fresh foods every week, with some programs providing convenient pickup times or delivery.

“You buy a share of a CSA, which entitles you to a portion of the farm’s output each month. It’s great for the farmer because they get capital when they need it and great for the consumer because they get fresh, seasonal produce when they want it,” explained John Affleck, Morris Farm Trust’s program coordinator. “And oftentimes, it’s a model that can help to germinate a relationship between farmer and consumer.”

Raffle tickets costing $20 for a seasonal CSA share from the Wandering Root Farm will also be available for purchase, with the proceeds going to support the Morris Farm’s overall mission and educational programs.

There will be live music, and refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will also be served at the event.

Although this is the organization’s first year of hosting the fair, Affleck said they are already planning to make it an annual spring event.

“We’re hoping this forum can be one small step in the direction of helping to connect Midcoasters with their farmers in an upclose and personal way,” he added.

According to Fossel, there are more events lined up for the Morris Farm this year that will continue to support these local farms and fisheries in Mid-coast Maine.

“As we go forward, we will be looking for many more ways, large and small, to help our farming community bring good food to all local residents,” she said.

More information about the Morris Farm or Sunday’s event can be found at morrisfarm.org.