Commissioner Amanda Beal, with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry, addresses the many challenges and developments facing Maine farmers. We’ll discuss PFAS contamination, drought conditions, solar panels, avian flu, and other issues. And we’ll hear about what to expect for Open Farm Day, on July 24th.
Panelist:
Amanda Beal, Commissioner of Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry
VIP Callers:
Sen. Troy Jackson, Maine State Senator (D- Aroostook); President of the Senate
Jenni Tilton-Flood, dairy farmer and rural advocate, Flood Brothers Dairy Farm in Clinton
Tristan Noyes, executive director, Maine Grain Alliance
Hannah Carter, dean, University of Maine Cooperative Extension