Ocean, Timber and Soil (ROOTS) Conference

Eastern Maine Regional Opportunities for Ocean, Timber and Soil (ROOTS) Conference

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Eastern Maine Regional Opportunities for Ocean, Timber and Soil (ROOTS) Conference 

Saturday, March 22, 2025
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

(Snow Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025)

University of Maine at Machias, Reynold’s Center
116 O’Brien Avenue, Machias, Maine 04654

The 2025 Eastern Maine ROOTS Conference brings together industry leaders in agriculture, food, forestry management, fisheries, and aquaculture. This year’s conference centers on value-based approaches to connecting with the land and natural resources, highlighting sustainable and community-driven strategies. Presenters and service providers from UMaine, local agencies, and non-profit organizations will share information with Eastern Maine farmers, fisherfolk, growers, woodland owners and interested community members.

Event Highlights:

  • Keynote Address by Rowen Luuring, Sustainable Agriculture and Gardening Americorps Teacher at Washington Academy: “Our Part in the Interdependence of all Living Things”
  • Morning Speakers’ Panel: “Wood and Food Banks: Inspiration from Eastern Maine for Heat and Food Security Efforts.”
  • Afternoon Breakout Sessions: Industry-specific discussions tailored for agriculture, forestry, and fisheries/aquaculture
  • Networking
  • Opportunities: Representatives from local agencies, institutions, and non-profits will be present throughout the day to connect
  • with participants

Visit Eastern Maine Roots website to learn more and register! 

Spaces available for Exhibitors and Conference Sponsors. Contact: Rachel White, rachel@maine.edu