Host: Ron Beard, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Studio Engineer: John Greenman Program Topic: Maine Farmland Trust and Maine’s Food System Key Discussion Points: Brief overview of MFT mission and history, starting with its land trust model How has MFT evolved to a more comprehensive approach you now embrace (land conservation, land access, farm viability, food access, outreach, arts) What is the vision for a regional food hub and tell about development of the Unity Food Hub, and how it helps farmers, food processors and consumers What is the Farm-Link program and how does it match available farm land & willing farmers How does MFT support farmers in develop the skills they need for success on the land and in the marketplace? What is the Veggies for All program? What are the opportunities and challenges for farms like Songbird Farm in Unity Guests: Sara Trunzo, Veggies For All Director, Maine Farmland Trust Colleen Hanlon-Smith, operations manager, Unity Food Hub Adam Nordell, Songbird Farm, Unity

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