Charles HopkinsTramps Rest236 South Center RdMonroe, ME 04951207-525-09593 Saanen Goats, 1 Oberhasli Goats, 2 Toggenberg Goats, Homemade Milking Stand, Homemade Hay Feeder
Come find us in the Goat & Sheep Barn!
My daughter, Rose, and I bring her goats to the fair every year to show people what it is like to have a small dairy herd that is geared for family life and a homestead-style farm.
We don't claim to be goat experts, but we have now had eight... Read More →
Members of the Maine Icelandic Horse Association demonstrate the versatility and characteristics of the Icelandic horse. This breed is uncommonly robust, healthy, enduring and weather resistant. They are highly versatile, have an interesting and highly individual character, and are intelligent, good natured, patient, and easy going.
Friday September 20, 2013 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Show Ring
Mary ThompsonBean's Corner Farm543 Center RdMontville, ME 04941207-342-48293 - 6 Red Wattle and Large Black Pigs/Hogs, Guinea Hog, Pig shelter, Hog panels
Friday September 20, 2013 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Pig Pen
The Maine Morgan Horse Club would like to highlight the use of the Morgan Horse and its impact on the state of Maine. We would particularly like this to be a presentation that would be appropriate for school aged children and adults alike. We would like to bring a few horses for and upclose and personal presentation as well as a versatility presentation.
Livestock Specialist, Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association
Diane Schivera is a Livestock Specialist for Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association where she has worked since 1998. Diane works with all breeds of livestock from rabbits to cows and chickens and turkeys to waterfowl. Diane has a BS from Cornell University in Animal Science... Read More →
Friday September 20, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
MOFGA Tent
This talk features the important things you need to know if you would like to raise one or two beef animals on your property. We discuss purchasing your animals, pasture and fencing requirements and processing. It's a good opportunity to find out if this might be your next ag adventure!
This presentation covers choosing & training goats for draft; from simply pulling a wagon being led to driving a goat powered cart You can put your pet goats, fiber goats, meat goats, or dairy goats to work on the farm or just for fun at fairs & parades. Goat yokes, harnesses, bridles, wagon, single and double cart set ups will be on display. A handout including written and web resources will be available.
Come find us in the Goat & Sheep Barn!
My daughter, Rose, and I bring her goats to the fair every year to show people what it is like to have a small dairy herd that is geared for family life and a homestead-style farm.
We don't claim to be goat experts, but we have now had eight... Read More →
Livestock Specialist, Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association
Diane Schivera is a Livestock Specialist for Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association where she has worked since 1998. Diane works with all breeds of livestock from rabbits to cows and chickens and turkeys to waterfowl. Diane has a BS from Cornell University in Animal Science... Read More →
Small mesh hay nets and other restrictive feeders have many benefits. Not only do they mean less hay tramped into the mud; they also reduce boredom and related vices, and may help ease a number of health problems by making the horse nibble, which is the natural way for him to eat. Talk will cover types of restrictive feeders, what health conditions may benefit and why, safety concerns, etc.
Charles HopkinsTramps Rest236 South Center RdMonroe, ME 04951207-525-09593 Saanen Goats, 1 Oberhasli Goats, 2 Toggenberg Goats, Homemade Milking Stand, Homemade Hay Feeder
Come find us in the Goat & Sheep Barn!
My daughter, Rose, and I bring her goats to the fair every year to show people what it is like to have a small dairy herd that is geared for family life and a homestead-style farm.
We don't claim to be goat experts, but we have now had eight... Read More →
Mary ThompsonBean's Corner Farm543 Center RdMontville, ME 04941207-342-48293 - 6 Red Wattle and Large Black Pigs/Hogs, Guinea Hog, Pig shelter, Hog panels
Saturday September 21, 2013 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Pig Pen
Experienced breeders of Guard animals, and farmers that use them will share their knowledge and experiences with you. They will be accompanied by David Kennard, who has years of experience in fencing, and conservation biologist, Geri Vistein, who will share some important coyote ecology that will assist our farmers Bring your questions and stories.
Charles HopkinsTramps Rest236 South Center RdMonroe, ME 04951207-525-09593 Saanen Goats, 1 Oberhasli Goats, 2 Toggenberg Goats, Homemade Milking Stand, Homemade Hay Feeder
How to manage a backyard flock: state laws, resources, breeds, purchasing, space, coop, brooder, health, equipment, daily care...(post I wrote on the subject) http://www.pressherald.com/blogs/theroot/195949921.html
Lori GingrasRoots Coops & More44 King Pine DrAugusta, ME 04330207-462-6697root cellar construction, chicken coops, tractors, brooder boxes, stanchions, animal shelters, and cold frames
Livestock Specialist, Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association
Diane Schivera is a Livestock Specialist for Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association where she has worked since 1998. Diane works with all breeds of livestock from rabbits to cows and chickens and turkeys to waterfowl. Diane has a BS from Cornell University in Animal Science... Read More →
Saturday September 21, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
MOFGA Tent
Jenn Colby is the Program Coordinator for the Pasture Program at the UVM [Extension] Center for Sustainable Agriculture. She has a B.S. in Animal Science and M.S. in Community Development and Applied Economics, both from the University of Vermont. Jenn coordinates conference and workshops... Read More →
Come find us in the Goat & Sheep Barn!
My daughter, Rose, and I bring her goats to the fair every year to show people what it is like to have a small dairy herd that is geared for family life and a homestead-style farm.
We don't claim to be goat experts, but we have now had eight... Read More →
This presentation is meant to be a support to our Maine farmers, by sharing with them animal husbandry practices that allow them to live in peace with the carnivores that live on the ecosystem of their farm.
This presentation covers choosing & training goats for draft; from simply pulling a wagon being led to driving a goat powered cart You can put your pet goats, fiber goats, meat goats, or dairy goats to work on the farm or just for fun at fairs & parades. Goat yokes, harnesses, bridles, wagon, single and double cart set ups will be on display. A handout including written and web resources will be available.
A successful program includes ""natural"" or ""four-point"" trim, proper nutrition, proper exercise, and use of temporary shoes when needed. Each of these aspects will be discussed and demonstrated.
Charles HopkinsTramps Rest236 South Center RdMonroe, ME 04951207-525-09593 Saanen Goats, 1 Oberhasli Goats, 2 Toggenberg Goats, Homemade Milking Stand, Homemade Hay Feeder
Come find us in the Goat & Sheep Barn!
My daughter, Rose, and I bring her goats to the fair every year to show people what it is like to have a small dairy herd that is geared for family life and a homestead-style farm.
We don't claim to be goat experts, but we have now had eight... Read More →
Mary ThompsonBean's Corner Farm543 Center RdMontville, ME 04941207-342-48293 - 6 Red Wattle and Large Black Pigs/Hogs, Guinea Hog, Pig shelter, Hog panels
Sunday September 22, 2013 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Pig Pen
Learn the basics of keeping a small flock of chickens -for eggs and pets- in your backyard. We'll focus on raising chickens in small urban and suburban yards, and cover everything from how to start to how much space you'll need and housing requirements. How many hens should you get? How big does your coop need to be? How much work is it really? Come and learn what's really involved in raising backyard chickens. We'll leave time to answer your questions!
How to manage a backyard flock: state laws, resources, breeds, purchasing, space, coop, brooder, health, equipment, daily care...(post I wrote on the subject) http://www.pressherald.com/blogs/theroot/195949921.html
Charles HopkinsTramps Rest236 South Center RdMonroe, ME 04951207-525-09593 Saanen Goats, 1 Oberhasli Goats, 2 Toggenberg Goats, Homemade Milking Stand, Homemade Hay Feeder
Based on our 28 years of growing, processing and selling Turkeys and Turkey items in Maine, we have calculated the demand for native Turkey and the opportunities for more farmers to get into the Turkey business, either exclusively or as part of a diversified farm. The answers may surprise you.
Livestock Specialist, Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association
Diane Schivera is a Livestock Specialist for Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association where she has worked since 1998. Diane works with all breeds of livestock from rabbits to cows and chickens and turkeys to waterfowl. Diane has a BS from Cornell University in Animal Science... Read More →
Sunday September 22, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
MOFGA Tent
John PlowdenPlowden Horse Logging280 Union Hill RdStow, ME 04037207-890-75761 Pair - Belgian Horses, Logging Arch, Portable Winch, Plowden Single Multi-tool
Sunday September 22, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Round Pen
Come find us in the Goat & Sheep Barn!
My daughter, Rose, and I bring her goats to the fair every year to show people what it is like to have a small dairy herd that is geared for family life and a homestead-style farm.
We don't claim to be goat experts, but we have now had eight... Read More →
