Comments from 2011 Participants

Maine Farmers' Market Convention

What they said about the 2011 Maine Farmers' Market Convention:

I thought the conference was one of the best I have attended in ages. I won't miss another one! " – Susan Watson, USDA
Excellent conference. I wish more farmers from our Ellsworth market were here. " – Paul Volckhausen
Liked the conversation with people who have the same experiences and problems we have. " – Ramona Snell
The Good Kettle lunches were super! Thanks to all for a wonderful convention; certainly worth the trip from the county! " – Gayle C. Maynard
EBT info was great and pointed out the need for consistent, clear, streamlined ways to implement it statewide. Food safety continues to be confusing (sampling, etc). LOVED the future of Maine Ag forum. " – Michele Roy
I go to lots of workshops - Farmer to Farmer, MOFGA NP Conference - which are great but this conference was TERRIFIC because I could/can take actual info and use it tomorrow on my farm, at my farm market. Thank you for a great and informative conference. I look forward to next year. " – Kathy Coleman
This was a wonderful conference. The focus group brought a lot of positive energy into a very small room and showcased the optimism of Maine farmers regarding the future of Maine agriculture. The conflict resolution session was especially helpful. Recognizing HOW you react to a conflict goes a long way towards helping learn how to resolve it. Really appreciated everything running on time." – Anonymous
Thanks for all you do! " – Sherie Blumenthal