Special: Camden Conference 3/12/14

Producer/Host: Jim Campbell

Topic: Two short Presentations from the 2014 Camden Conference; one by Kathleen Merrigen, one by Chellie Pingree

1. What are four ways in which agriculture can help reduce climate change?

2. What is the current status in the growth of farming in Maine?

3. What are two things that individuals can do to help ensure a more sustainable food system ?

Guests:

Kathleeen Merrigen, former Deputy Director of the US Department of Agriculture

Chellie Pingree, Congresswoman from Maine’s First Congressional District

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Common Ground Radio 3/7/14

Host: Cheryl Wixson
Engineer: Amy Browne

Program Topic: Home beer brewing

Key Discussion Points:
a) how to begin, materials
b) growing your own hops and other things
c) bottling and testing!

Guests:
Dennis Fisher, author & farmer
Joe Fisher, author & farmer
Mia Strong, Strong Brewery