Mastodawn

Green Herb Dressing

Ingredients

• 5 tsp. Dijon mustard
• 2 Tbsp. white wine or white balsamic vinegar
• 1 Tbsp. each chopped chives and fresh basil leaves
• ½ cup chopped parsley
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
• 4 Tbsp. olive oil

Instructions

Blend in a blender or food processor in the order given, but drizzle the olive oil in slowly to create an emulsion

Source:
https://www.mofga.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/25_May-June.pdf

#SolarPunkSunday #VeganRecipes #EatSeasonally #HerbRecipes #SaladDressing

DoomsdaysCW 4d ago

I've made these before. Delicious! 😋

Baked #Kale Chips

via #MOFGA

Ingredients

• 1 bunch kale, curly or ‘Lacinato’
• 1 Tbsp. olive or sesame oil
• 2 tsp. tamari
• 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

Remove center stems from kale, wash and dry the kale thoroughly. Heat the oven to 350 F. Tear the kale into bite-sized pieces. Toss it with the oil, tamari, and sesame seeds if desired, until just glistening. Taste and adjust seasonings. Spread the kale on two baking sheets (with or without parchment paper) and bake for 7 to 12 minutes, until almost completely crisp but with a little softness remaining in the middle. Watch and experiment with the timing in your oven. Cool and eat.

Source:
https://www.mofga.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/25_May-June.pdf

#SolarPunkSunday #VeganRecipes #EatSeasonally #KaleRecipes

DoomsdaysCW 4d ago

#Maine Seasonal Produce Guide from #MOFGA

What's in Season, May-June

• Asparagus
• Culinary herbs: chives, cilantro, dill, parsley
• Fiddleheads
• Garlic scapes
• Greens: arugula, beet greens, bok choy, chard, chicories, collards, dandelion greens, kale, lettuce, mesclun, spinach, turnip greens
• Microgreens
• Peas
• Radishes
• Rhubarb
• Salad turnips
• Scallions
• Strawberries

"Did you know that you can find local organic food in Maine year-round? In addition to the produce listed here, many other local organic foods are available including: bread and baked goods, dairy products, eggs, flour and grains, maple syrup and honey, meat, mushrooms, and value-added foods (e.g., jams and jellies, preserves, tofu, tempeh, and much more!)."

#SolarPunkSunday #EatingSeasonally #LocalFoods #MaineFoods

DoomsdaysCW May 16

#UnityME - Blossom Tour in the Maine Heritage Orchard

May 20, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Maine Heritage Orchard
85 Crosby Brook Rd
Unity, ME 04988 United States

Free. Registration Required.

"Join us to celebrate Spring, apple blossoms, and John Bunker’s legacy — with a special unveiling. We will toast to the future of the Maine Heritage Orchard and hear remarks from John Bunker and #MOFGA Executive Director, Sarah Alexander. Meet other friends of the Orchard and be inspired by how far the Orchard has come — and the many generations of growth ahead. MOFGA Orchard Program Manager, C.J. Walke, will lead a tour to conclude the evening.

Guests are welcome to arrive starting at 5:00 PM
Program and remarks will begin at 5:30 PM "

FMI and to register:
https://www.mofga.org/event-calendar/blossom-tour-in-the-maine-heritage-orchard-2/

#SolarPunkSunday #BuildingCommunity #AppleBlossoms #OrganicOrchards #OrganicGardening #GardenParty #OrchardParty #Trees #AppleTrees #AppleBlossomSeason

Blossom Tour in the Maine Heritage Orchard - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

Join us to celebrate Spring, apple blossoms, and John Bunker’s legacy — with a special unveiling. We will toast to the future of the Maine Heritage Orchard and hear remarks from John Bunker and MOFGA Executive Director, Sarah Alexander. Meet other friends of the Orchard and be inspired by how far the Orchard has come […]

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

DoomsdaysCW May 16

#MOFGA #VirtualEvent - #SoilBiology and #SoilHealth Office Hours with Deborah Neher

May 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free, Registration Required

"As part of #MGA’s ongoing efforts to support #organic/transitioning #GrainGrowers, we are now hosting office hour sessions with experts on all sides of the regional grain economy.

"Deborah ('Deb') Neher is a soil ecologist and professor emerita at University of Vermont. She gained formal education in plant pathology, plant population ecology, and environmental science. Her experience as a researcher, educator, and graduate student mentor spans 35+ years.

This event is made possible with support from the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program."

FMI and to register:
https://www.mofga.org/event-calendar/soil-biology-and-soil-heath-office-hours-with-deborah-neher/

#SolarPunkSunday #OrganicGrowing #GrowingGrains #OrganicFarming #MaineGrowersAssociation #MaineGrown #FoodSecurity

Soil Biology and Soil Heath Office Hours with Deborah Neher - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

As part of MGA’s ongoing efforts to support organic/transitioning grain growers, we are now hosting office hour sessions with experts on all sides of the regional grain economy. Deborah (“Deb”) Neher is a soil ecologist and professor emerita at University of Vermont. She gained formal education in plant pathology, plant population ecology, and environmental science. […]

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

DoomsdaysCW May 16

#BrunswickME - Science for #SelfReliance: #Gardening with Responsible #PestManagement + #BeneficialHabitat

May 20, 2026
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

#CurtisMemorialLibrary
23 Pleasant St
Brunswick, #Maine 04011

Free

"This event was originally scheduled for April 16. The date has been updated to May 20.

Join #MOFGA’s Crop Specialist, Caleb Goossen, for a discussion on #organic management of common pests in the #VegetableGarden. Caleb will start by sharing strategies used to minimize the presence of pests from the outset using cultural practices such as promoting the presence of '#beneficials'. But sometimes pests show up anyway, despite our best efforts or during particularly challenging growing seasons. So, Caleb will also discuss what can be done when pests emerge."

Source:
https://www.mofga.org/event-calendar/science-for-self-reliance-gardening-with-responsible-pest-management-beneficial-habitat/

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #LibrariesRule #GrowYourOwnFood #OrganicPestManagement #MaineEvents

Science for Self-Reliance: Gardening with Responsible Pest Management + Beneficial Habitat - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

This event was originally scheduled for April 16. The date has been updated to May 20. Join MOFGA’s Crop Specialist, Caleb Goossen, for a discussion on organic management of common pests in the vegetable garden. Caleb will start by sharing strategies used to minimize the presence of pests from the outset using cultural practices such as […]

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

DoomsdaysCW May 9

Eating in Season: #Maine

"Ever wonder when certain foods are in season in Maine? The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (#MOFGA) has compiled the following list, making it easy for all of us to eat locally and to eat in season.

May - June

• Asparagus
• Culinary herbs:
chives, cilantro, dill, parsley
• Fiddleheads
• Garlic scapes
• Greens: arugula, beet greens,
bok choy, chard, chicories,
collards, dandelion greens,
kale, lettuce, mesclun,
spinach, turnip greens
• Microgreens
• Peas
• Radishes
• Rhubarb
• Salad turnips
• Scallions
• Strawberries

Source [PDF, includes recipes]:
https://www.mofga.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/25_May-June.pdf

#SolarPunkSunday #EatingSeasonally #SpringVegetables #MaineProduce #FoodSecurity #BuyLocal #GrowYourOwnFood

DoomsdaysCW May 3

#MOFGA Webinar - #FruitTree Q&A

May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Free

"Are you taking care of fruit trees, or looking to plant some this season? Have your fruit tree questions answered by MOFGA’s Orchard Manager, C.J. Walke!

As with our Gardening Q&A’s, this online Q&A session is an informal chance to ask questions and connect with fellow backyard growers about fruit tree topics such as varieties, pest management, soil health, and more. Questions about berries (shrubs, canes, etc.) are also welcome."

FMI and to register:
https://www.mofga.org/event-calendar/fruit-tree-qa/

#SolarPunkSunday #OrganicGardening #MaineGardening #FruitTrees #Berries #OnlineWorkshops #GardeningWorkshops

Fruit Tree Q&A - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

Have your fruit tree questions answered in this Fruit Tree Q&A with MOFGA's Orchard Manager.

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

DoomsdaysCW May 3

#MOFGA Webinar - #ClimateSmart #GardenDesign (Part 3)

May 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Free

* The April 30th webinar has been postponed. Part 2 will now take place on May 14th. A new date for part 3 is forthcoming.

**You can still register even if you missed part 1! Registering at the link below will give you limited-time access to all three recorded classes in the series.

"#ClimateChange has noticeable impacts on gardeners, from more #ExtremeWeather events, to the increased presence of ticks and other pests. Climate change also has many gardeners looking for ways to support their local ecosystem through garden design.

In this three-part webinar series, Dr. Annie White will provide some concrete strategies for climate-smart garden design, on a whole landscape level.

Schedule:

Registering at the above link gives you access to all three parts in the webinar series."

FMI and to register:
https://www.mofga.org/event-calendar/climate-smart-garden-design-3/

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChange #ClmateChangeGardening #MaineGardening #GardenDesign #OnlineWorkshops #FoodSecurity #GrowYourOwnFood

Climate-Smart Garden Design (Part 3) - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

Learn concrete strategies for climate-smart garden design, on a whole landscape level.

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

DoomsdaysCW May 2

#CanaanME - #MEFTI Tour Registration: #Maine-grown #Grains in Schools and Institutions

May 8 @ 10:00 am - 12:15 pm

The Good Crust
210 Main Street
Canaan, ME

Free. Registration required.

"Description:
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour to learn how Maine-grown grains are making it into schools and institutions across Maine. We’ll begin at The Good Crust, where doughs and bread products including frozen dough balls, pre-sheeted rounds, and half-sheets are made for your food service program. The Good Crust is served at over 100 colleges, K-12 schools, and universities throughout New England and qualifies for Maine’s #LocalFood Fund. From there, we will visit Maine Grains for a tour of the #Gristmill where we will explore the #milling process of Maine-grown grains to learn how #StoneMilledFlour is made and dig into Maine’s local grain economy."

FMI and to register:
https://www.mofga.org/event-calendar/maine-grown-grains-in-schools-and-institutions/

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineGrains #MOFGA #FoodSecurity #LocalFood

MEFTI Tour Registration: Maine-grown Grains in Schools and Institutions - Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners

Description: Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour to learn how Maine-grown grains are making it into schools and institutions across Maine. We’ll begin at The Good Crust, where doughs and bread products including frozen dough balls, pre-sheeted rounds, and half-sheets are made for your food service program. The Good Crust is served at over 100 […]

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners