Maine students with an interest in agriculture, leadership, and public policy are encouraged to apply for Agriculture Policy Day at the Legislature, taking place March 25, 2026, at the State House in Augusta. Organized by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry in partnership with the Maine Department of Education, FFA, and University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H, the program offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at how agriculture policy is shaped in Maine, according to a DACF news release.

Selected students will tour the Capitol, meet with legislators and agricultural leaders, and observe the work of the Legislature’s Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Committee. Participants will also take part in virtual pre- and post-sessions designed to build skills in advocacy, civic engagement, and agricultural policy.

The event coincides with National Agriculture Day and Maine Agriculture Day at the Legislature, where farmers, producers, and partners gather in the Hall of Flags at the State House from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate Maine’s agricultural community.

Selected participants must commit to the full program schedule. Please review all details and access the online application. Applications are open through March 1, 2026.