SUPPORTING THE GRAIN COMMUNITY SINCE 2007
Upcoming Events
Processor Visit | Blue Ox Malthouse
Date: Tuesday, September 22, 1:30 PM
Location: Blue Ox Malthouse, 41 Capital Ave, Lisbon Falls, ME 04252
Price: Free!
Join us for an exclusive tour of Blue Ox Malthouse, where centuries-old floor malting traditions meet modern craft brewing. Blue Ox is dedicated to pushing the possibilities of craft beer and spirits while supporting Maine agriculture through the production of high-quality, locally made malt.
This tour is part of MGA’s ongoing series connecting organic grain growers with the markets and makers that depend on their work.
Made possible with support from the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program.
Growing Rice in Maine with Ben Rooney
Date: September 12, 11:00 AM
Location: Ararat Farms, 55 Vancycle Road, Lincolnville, ME 04849
Price: Free
Maine-grown rice? You heard that right!
This tropical grain may seem out-of-place here in the Northeast, but Ben Rooney of the Maine Rice Project has been proving otherwise for over a decade.
Join us September 12th at Ararat Farms to see ripening rice crops up close (both upland and paddy varieties) and learn how you can organically cultivate and process this grain crop right here in Maine.
This event is made possible with support from the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program.
Inspiring & Empowering Grain Community
Our Mission
To inspire & empower people who are building local grain economies. We create connections & share grain traditions & innovations from earth to table.
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Our Vision
We envision a world where local grain economies that are good for people and good for the planet can thrive.
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Our Current Programs
RARE & HERITAGE SEED RESTORATION
Our seed restoration project aims to restore rare and heritage variety grains by turning handfuls of carefully kept seed into commercially viable quantities for farms.
Grain & Baking Education
Our grain and baking education program provides live and online workshops, baking tips, free learning resources, videos, handbooks and more provided by experts in the field.
Supporting Grain Farms
The ability to handle and finish grain to meet top quality standards is critical on farms. This project will purchase equipment and demonstrate its best uses on seven farms throughout Maine.
Kneading Conference & Maine Artisan Bread Fair
The annual conference and fair held in Skowhegan, ME features two full days of intensive workshops on grain topics and hands-on baking experiences where participants rub elbows with the some of the world’s most acclaimed bakers & chefs.Â
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MGA provides funds need-based technical assistance and equipment helping grain-based business owners secure economic opportunities. Most recently, MGA has offered two rounds of Emergency Relief Funding in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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