A sneak peek of the 2017 issue of our Maine Farms annual journal

In the next week or two, the 2017 issue of our Maine Farms annual journal will be arriving in mailboxes across the state and beyond. (Hot tip: If you're not yet a member, or haven't renewed in a few years, join today to make sure you get your copy of the journal!)

Here's a sneak preview of some the stories you'll find inside the new issue:

• Nancy Harmon Jenkins heads north to find Maine-grown grain on the rise in potato country

• Melissa Coleman considers the sustainability of scaling up

• Farmer Stacy Brenner imagines the potential for savvy marketing to sync rural farmers and urban customers

• Machias landmark Helen's Restaurant shares a recipe for the very best blueberry pie

...and much MORE.

By sharing the stories of Maine farms and food, we aim to cultivate a curious and informed community of people who are passionate about the future of farming in Maine.

We're happy to offer this lush, informative, one-of-kind publication to our members. But the real benefit of joining MFT is knowing that you are taking an active and real stand for the future of farming in Maine. Your membership gift goes directly to helping protect farmland, support farmers and grow farming. We simply can't do what we do without you!