An Interview with organic farmer Becka Gagne of Schoodic Hollow Farm

Kendall, Rebecca and organic farmer Becka Gagne discuss the importance of regenerative agriculture and sustainable farming practices for the long-term health of the land and the environment. They share their experiences and perspectives on transitioning from traditional farming approaches to regenerative agriculture, emphasizing the need to challenge common misconceptions about its profitability and feasibility. They also discuss hands-on learning opportunities in agriculture, highlighting the value of apprenticeships and online resources.

Links

Penn State article on Women farmer effects on the community - https://www.psu.edu/news/research/story/women-farmers-quantitatively-linked-better-community-well-being/#:~:text=Penn%20State%20and%20University%20of,Credit%3A%20Lance%20Cheung%2FUSDA.

Schoodic Hollow Farm Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/hogbayfranklin/

MOFGA – Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association - https://www.mofga.org/

MOFGA Apprenticeship program - https://www.mofga.org/apprenticeship

UNH Extension Ag web page - https://extension.unh.edu/agriculture-gardens

UNH Extension Info Line - 1-877-EXT-GROW (398-4769) or https://extension.unh.edu/agriculture-gardens/yard-garden

Women in Ag Newsletter signup - https://unhoutreach.tfaforms.net/217751?CID=701G0000001AiKCIA0

Kendall Kunelius – kendall.kunelius@unh.edu

Rebecca Dube – rebecca.dube@unh.edu