University of Maine Cooperative Extension will continue its Spring Gardening Webinar Series: Building Food Security in Maine with “Helping Food Security from Your Backyard: Simple Ways to Grow for Good” on Tuesday, March 31, from 6 - 7:15 p.m.

This webinar will explore how home gardeners can help strengthen local food security. Participants will receive an overview of the Maine Harvest for Hunger program and learn key steps for donating homegrown produce, from selecting and planting crops to harvesting, distributing and reporting donations.

"Designed for gardeners of all experience levels, the session will offer practical guidance and firsthand insights to help participants maximize their garden’s impact in their communities," said the Extension, in a news release.

The program will be led by Kate Garland, horticulture professional, and include practical tips from a Master Gardener Volunteer. 

Registration is required; sliding scale fee options are available. Register on the event webpage to attend live or receive the recording link. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Rebecca Gray at 207.356.1348 or extension.gardening@maine.edu.  

About University of Maine Cooperative Extension

As a trusted resource for over 100 years, Extension has supported UMaine's land and sea grant public education role by conducting community-driven, research-based programs in every Maine county. UMaine Extension seeks to build thriving communities and grow the food-based economy, focusing on aspects from production and processing to nutrition, food safety and food security. Extension also conducts the most successful out-of-school youth educational program in Maine through 4-H which offers hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and civic engagement and creates a positive environment where participants are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles.