Maine Rural Partners: Listen. Connect. Create.

Netukulimk Perma-Blitz!

Netukulimk is the Mi’kmaq way of taking what resources one needs from Mother Earth and leaving enough for future generations. Volunteers are needed to help establish a permaculture installation at Micmac Farms in Caribou, ME Saturday, June 1, 2013

Farm Bill 2013

Interested in the Farm Bill or just want to learn more about it? Visit our Farm Bill 2013 Information Page.
Blue Ribbon Farm, Mercer, Maine

Senator King Mary Ann Hayes and Betsy Fitzgerald

Rural Leaders Recognized by Senator King

On April 25, 2013, Senator King recognized Betsy Fitzgerald, manager of Washington County, Maine, and Mary Ann Hayes, Executive Director of Maine Rural Partners, for their contributions to strengthening rural America.

Get a Farm Energy Audit!

We think every Maine farm should have an energy plan. Getting an energy audit is a big part of creating that plan. The first step is to complete our online energy evaluation form!

Become a Renewable Energy Demonstration Site!

Learn how your farm can become a renewable energy demonstration site, and take a look at some great information about renewable energy technology while you're at it!

Micmac Farms Heat Pump Demonstration

Air-to-air mini-split heat pumps offer up to 300% efficiency to transfer heat from the outside to the inside of buildings. Four units have been installed at the Micmac Farms and Trading Co. in Caribou, ME. Their performance will be monitored for the next 2 years.

Introduction to Farm Energy Partners

Farm Energy Partners — Helping Maine farmers save energy, improve the environment, and strengthen their bottom lines.

Dexter Community Farm Project

Judy Wilbur Craig discusses the Dexter Community Farm Project, an initiative to support local farmers, provide access to healthy local food, and to build connections between farmers the and the community of Dexter, Maine.