The new zoning language would replace the long-held income standard with what many said is a “viable alternative,” which ties residential construction to a connection with the land.
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Watchdog group: PFAS is active ingredient in 13% of Maine pesticides
An analysis by the Environmental Working Group found 55 so-called forever chemicals listed as active ingredients in 1,426 of Maine’s state-approved pesticides.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
After hearing, Auburn staff will attempt ‘compromise’ on plan to remove income standard from the agricultural zone
City staff said the current proposal goes against Auburn’s comprehensive plan, which states that new housing development should stem from the city core.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn inches closer to removing income standard in agricultural zone
A current draft would allow anyone with a 10-acre parcel to develop a home, but stipulates only 20% of the lot can be developed.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Youth interest in agriculture reinvigorated through 4-H
UMaine Cooperative Extension 4-H is looking to tackle the steady decline of agricultural interest among youth with their Ag Ambassador program, which offers kids a chance to see what goes into farming and agriculture from all angles.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Auburn Planning Board recommends against removing agricultural zone ‘income standard’ until new standard can be drafted
The income standard for development in the agriculture and resource protection district states that single-family homes can only be built if the occupants farm their land.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, Politics
Pingree pushes for climate-friendly addition to 2023 Farm Bill
The Maine Democrat is proposing legislation that would help farms and food systems reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
New developments in agriculture: the challenges, issues facing Mainers
Great Falls Forum tackles issues facing farmers and the agriculture industry in Maine.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Cooperative Extension 4-H in need of volunteers
UMaine Cooperative Extension’s 4-H program is ramping up with COVID-19 restrictions dying down, but volunteers are needed to help the programs thrive.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Cooperative Extension adds new educator to roster
Bella Russo is joining UMaine Cooperative Extension in Franklin County as a new community education assistant, specializing in Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program [EFNEP].