The program pairs farmers and entrepreneurs with lawyers who offer pro bono legal advice and help with the paperwork involved in owning a farm or starting a food business.
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Meet the 2019 Russell Libby Scholarship Winners
A future veterinarian, a Scarborough farmer, and a community group from Milbridge that’s teaching kids how to garden and eat healthier food are all winners this year.
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The Cultivator: Resilience Hub teaches skills that build community and sustainable landscapes
Using old tools, sustainability concepts and lots of volunteers, the Resilience Hub is remaking public and private landscapes all around Portland, transforming manicured lawns into buffets of natural foods.
Posted inBusiness, Food
New combo retail wine shop and wine bar to open in Portland
Grippy Tannins is one of the first to apply for a dual liquor license.
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New cocktail bar planned for Portland’s East End
The bartender at Izakaya Minato hopes to open his own cocktail lounge in the former Congress Street location of Ramen Suzukiya.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Get toxic chemicals out of Maine’s food
Phthalates and PFAS – linked to health concerns such as cancer, infertility and obesity – would be phased out of food packaging under L.D. 1433.
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The Wrap: Outdoor farmers market in Portland returns April 27
Take a kitchen tour, attend a flint corn conference, taste new foods and more.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
With wild blueberries in trouble, Maine eyes commission overhaul
Lawmakers might try to salvage the fruit-crop industry by expanding the panel that oversees it.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
With blueberries in trouble, Maine eyes commission overhaul
Lawmakers might try to pump up the industry by expanding the commission that promotes the state’s most important fruit crop.
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Rosemont Market to consolidate its operations in new space on Stevens Avenue
The company, which has 6 stores in Portland and its suburbs, will do all of its baking and food production at the new location at Morrills Corner.