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Mars Hill potato farmer chosen for nat'l ad campaign
Darrell McCrum, co-owner of the largest potato farm in Maine, was in New York City this week as part of a national Frito Lay ad campaign.
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Delayed federal funding for Maine farmers has finally been released
Tina Fischer February 24, 2025On Monday, the USDA announced that a portion of the funding for Maine agriculture contracts was being sent out, which followed ag commissioner Amanda Beal's recent appeal.
Tina Fischer February 24, 2025
Proposed bill looks to start forest products workforce training at age 16
Laurie Schreiber Updated: February 18, 2025The proposal would allow 16-year-olds to work in their families’ logging businesses under parental supervision — something already possible on farms but illegal in the logging industry.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: February 18, 2025
Storytelling is on the menu at these community potlucks
Renee Cordes Updated: February 10, 2025Community Plate is a new nonprofit initiative launched by the owners of Ten Apple Farm in Gray.
Renee Cordes Updated: February 10, 2025
Made in Maine: A Penobscot County farm ships a range of meats, pies and soups
John O’Meara Updated: January 27, 2025Dan Kaplan's Heartstone Farm offers a range of food products by mail.
John O’Meara Updated: January 27, 2025
Farmers will discuss USDA programs at agricultural trade show in Augusta
Laurie Schreiber January 9, 2025The talk will be at the Maine Agricultural Trades Show, which kicks off Tuesday, Jan. 14, at the Augusta Civic Center.
Laurie Schreiber January 9, 2025
Policy changes could create challenges for businesses
Peter Van Allen Updated: January 13, 2025Concerns going into the year include trade tariffs, the impact of stricter immigration policies on workforce shortages and a continued lack of affordable housing
Peter Van Allen Updated: January 13, 2025
Federal wood processing loan fund could have applications in Maine
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 31, 2024A new federal program finances wood processing facilities utilizing wood products from at-risk forests. The USDA Forest Service identified Maine woodlands that fit the profile.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 31, 2024
Bah, humbug: Layoffs, closings and other 'hard' news in 2024
Renee Cordes Updated: December 27, 2024Maine businesses had their share of rough patches in 2024.
Renee Cordes Updated: December 27, 2024
Squirrels, spud spats & other offbeat stories in 2024
Renee Cordes Updated: December 26, 2024From clam chowder beer for April 1 to an AI mouse, here are some unusual stories that we relished writing this year.
Renee Cordes Updated: December 26, 2024
Maine seaweed and grain processors awarded $1M in federal funding
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 23, 2024From more milling capacity and increased storage to a seaweed powder mill and automated production lines, agriculture and aquaculture continue to play a big role in the economy.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 23, 2024
Inside the notebook: From guitars to goats, these stories struck a chord with Mainebiz editorial staffers in 2024
Mainebiz staff Updated: December 19, 2024The editorial staff at Mainebiz reflects on favorite stories from 2024.
Mainebiz staff Updated: December 19, 2024
$13M will support forest management, conservation in Maine
Laurie Schreiber December 13, 2024The money is expected to help landowners adopt sustainable practices like managing invasive species and enhancing carbon sequestration
Laurie Schreiber December 13, 2024-
Conservation group buys 44,000 acres in northwest Maine for $44.4M
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 4, 2024The fund is working with the community to shape a permanent conservation solution. The land supports a working forest, maple sugaring and habitats and recreation.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 4, 2024 
Workforce program aims to energize lagging dairy farm growth
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 3, 2024Like many Maine businesses, dairy farms are dealing with "a lack of interested and qualified employees." The sector shrank from 602 farms in 1994 to 140 today.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 3, 2024
State nutrition-incentive fund has directed $1M to Mainers, small businesses
Laurie Schreiber November 20, 2024The model allows shoppers who use food benefits at farmers' markets, farm stands and small retail stores to receive matching funds, coupons or discounts.
Laurie Schreiber November 20, 2024
FAME approves $500K to help finalize construction of Vertical Harvest site in Westbrook
Alexis Wells Updated: November 19, 2024Wyoming-based Vertical Harvest will receive $500,000 from the Finance Authority of Maine to help finalize the construction of a nearly complete facility in Westbrook.
Alexis Wells Updated: November 19, 2024
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Small Business Saturday, the annual tradition that encourages shoppers to support local, independent retailers and entrepreneurs, marked its 16th rendition on Nov. 29, with events held across the nation.
Founded by American Express in 2010, the yearly event has become an essential part of the holiday shopping season. The Small Business Administration became the official co-sponsor in 2011.
Last year, shoppers turned out in full force to support their local communities, generating an estimated $22 billion in spending at small retailers and restaurants.
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