Presenter: Jason Lilley University of Maine Cooperative Extension
Talk Description: Have you been looking at the maples in your yard wishing you had the know how to make maple syrup from them? Or; have you tapped maple trees; but aren't quite sure if you're doing it right? In this talk we'll cover it all from tree ID; tapping standards for maintaining healthy maple forests; sap collection; boiling; canning; and food safety around maple syrup production.
| Show Name | Show Stage/Venue | Show Type | Show Date | Show Information | Performance Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Getting Started with Maple Syrup Production | Hayloft Tent | Farming & Gardening | Fri 20 Sep 2024 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM | Presenter: Jason Lilley University of Maine Cooperative Extension Talk Description: Have you been looking at the maples in your yard wishing you had the know how to make maple syrup from them? Or; have you tapped maple trees; but aren't quite sure if you're doing it right? In this talk we'll cover it all from tree ID; tapping standards for maintaining healthy maple forests; sap collection; boiling; canning; and food safety around maple syrup production. | |
| Cover Cropping Throughout the Year | Windsor Tent | Farming & Gardening | Fri 20 Sep 2024 5:00 PM to 5:50 PM | Presenter: Jason Lilley University of Maine Cooperative Extension Talk Description: Learn about the benefits of cover cropping for improving your farm or garden soils. We'll discuss decision support tools and considerations for selecting cover crops based on desired benefits. Then we'll cover steps for successful seeding and management of cover crops. You'll leave this session feeling more confident to select and source appropriate species of cover crops for different windows throughout the year; and be better prepared for success with your cover cropping system. | Volunteer Benefits |
