Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry

Protecting food we eat, preventing forest fires, helping farmers, keeping state parks & public lands pristine, planning wise land utilization.

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

Maine Maple Sunday is this weekend, always celebrated on the fourth Sunday in March. It’s a rain-or-shine tradition (and even a little snow won’t stop the show!).

Maine Maple Sunday 2026 is continuing as planned. Find the participating sugarhouses at https://t.co/kgv3Z7vmax.

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

Health & Wellness in Agriculture and Forestry
Panel discussion
Augusta Civic Center - Cumberland Room
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 9 to 10 a.m.
All farmers, woodlot owners, forestry-related workers, and their family members are encouraged to attend.

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

For neighbors nearby Reid State Park, we have Halloween fun starting at 5 PM this Fri. 👀 https://t.co/GBHjJPhvsR

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

The two-week countdown to the Summer #FancyFoodShow is on!

Join #Maine for the best specialty food discovery event of the year. Register here (for qualified food-industry professionals and press only):

#wefancy #FancyFoodShow https://t.co/acb41gExLV

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

The Maine Natural Areas Program has introduced an updated marsh migration model and a comprehensive report. Read more at https://t.co/uQ3LynbK53.

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

Feathers Over Freeport gets underway today at 6 PM. Everyone is invited to meet at Mast Landing in Freeport for Brad Zitske's piping plover presentation.

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

It’s a good idea to plan as if you will get stuck in traffic on April 8. Pack an Eclipse Car Kit so that no one is hungry or bored while you are waiting. Here are some ideas of what to include. For more safety and travel tips, visit https://t.co/THtaGcvngs

#MEEclipse24

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

Time is running out to snag a pair of ISO-certified eclipse glasses. Grab a pair before they sell out! For more safety and travel tips, visit https://t.co/THtaGcvngs

#MEEclipse24

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

It’s no joke – it's spring in Maine, and black bears are out of their dens and looking for food! Black bear attacks are uncommon, but they act aggressively if surprised or cornered. Stay clear! For more safety and travel tips, visit https://t.co/THtaGcvV60

#MEEclipse24

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

We have no doubt that Maine’s first total solar eclipse since 1963 will have been worth the wait. But you’ll likely face another wait – traffic – after the event. Prepare accordingly! For more safety and travel tips, visit https://t.co/THtaGcvngs.

#MEEclipse24

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

Biologists from the DACF are asking for the public’s help finding locations of two severely invasive plants: Japanese Stiltgrass (Microstegium vinimeum) and Perennial Pepperweed (Lepidium latifolium). https://t.co/kn42cjav4a.

#NISAW #MNAP #GoBotany

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

In our Friday, February 23 press release announcing National Invasive Species Awareness Week, we listed the wrong email address for the Maine Natural Areas Program. The correct address is [email protected].
Read more at https://t.co/N6IMjbruzO.

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

February is Browntail Moth Awareness Month in Maine. Here's how you can make an impact-

1️⃣​ Recognize and Remove Winter Webs: 🧐 https://t.co/wpy9Jl8MjM.

2️⃣​ Consider Professional Assistance: 🔎 https://t.co/UiRPsPz4re.

3️⃣​ ​Collaborate:🤝 https://t.co/VancFjNbta.

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

"By bringing together stakeholders from these diverse backgrounds, an agri-tourism summit aims to facilitate collaboration, exchange of ideas, and the development of strategies to promote and sustain agri-tourism initiatives in Maine" https://t.co/8lrm7SiQP6

[Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) @MaineEMA]

Hurricane & Tropical Storm Watches have been issued for parts of the state for #HurricaneLee. These watches may become warnings as the storm continues to approach Maine. Do you know the difference between a watch and a warning? 1/2

[Governor Janet Mills @GovJanetMills]

Today, I joined dairy farmers and producers from across our state for a milk toast to Maine’s Dairy industry!

Dairy farms are a cornerstone of Maine’s agricultural industry, of our rural communities, and of our economy as a whole.

[Governor Janet Mills @GovJanetMills]

Wishing a very Happy 103rd Birthday to Maine’s “Lobster Lady,” Virginia Oliver! 2023 is Ginny’s 95th year hauling traps!
https://t.co/iv6pmIBVD2

[USDA Rural Development Maine @USDARD_Maine]

How do we celebrate Monday at @usdaRD ? By awarding our partners at @CEIMaine $8 Million dollars to support small farmers and processors through critical processing capacity building that's how!
Rural America will not be left behind. 🧵https://t.co/NnTxcKAXAP

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

"Enjoy Maine agriculture activities this winter" https://t.co/M6Nfx7Q2bL

[Maine Dept of Agriculture Conservation & Forestry @MaineDACF]

Woods Wise Wire, February 7, 2023: Lunch With a Forester: Tree Growth Tax Law Webinar https://t.co/fXFwDnwmKw