Maine Grain Alliance
Maine Grain Alliance | We provide opportunities to learn and share how best to grow grains and bake breads using local, nutritious, and sustainably-grown ingredients using a combination of traditional and innovative techniques.
273965554
2010
Skowhegan, ME 04976 United States
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Maine Grain Alliance
The Maine Grain Alliance is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting local grain economies. Established in 2007, the Alliance officially gained its 501(c)(3) status in 2010, enabling it to expand its educational programs and initiatives[1][2].
Mission
The mission of the Maine Grain Alliance is to inspire and empower individuals building local grain economies. It fosters connections among farmers, bakers, brewers, and other stakeholders, sharing grain traditions and innovations to promote beneficial uses of grain for health, food independence, and community development[1][3].
Programs and Initiatives
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Kneading Conference and Maine Artisan Bread Fair: These annual events in Skowhegan, Maine, bring together experts and enthusiasts in grain growing, milling, baking, brewing, and wood-fired oven construction. The events include intensive workshops, hands-on experiences, and networking opportunities[2][3].
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Rare & Heritage Seed Restoration Program: Initiated in 2013, this program focuses on restoring and scaling up the production of rare and heritage grains suitable for Maine's climate. The goal is to expand the seed supply commercially, enhancing agricultural diversity[1][4].
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Grain and Baking Education: Offers workshops, online resources, and learning materials on grain processing and baking techniques to support skill development in the industry[4].
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Supporting Grain Farms: Provides equipment and technical assistance to help farms handle and process grains efficiently, ensuring high-quality products for local markets[3][4].
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Technical Assistance Grants: Offers funding for grain-based businesses to improve their operations, innovate processes, or acquire necessary equipment[1][4].
Impact
Since its inception, the Maine Grain Alliance has impacted thousands of individuals worldwide through its conferences, educational programs, and economic support for grain-based businesses. The organization's efforts have contributed significantly to the revitalization of Maine's grain and malting industries[1][4].
[1] https://kneadingconference.com/our-story/ [2] https://visitmaine.com/organization/maine-grain-alliance/6239/ [3] http://kneadingconference.com [4] https://kneadingconference.com [5] https://kneadingconference.com/donation/
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🥕 Want to attend Dr. Marion Nestle’s keynote but can’t stay for the entire Kneading Conference? Keynote-only tickets are now available! ✨ Join acclaimed food policy expert Dr. Marion Nestle as she delivers the keynote address at the 2025 Kneading Conference from the historic Strand Theatre in Skowhegan, Maine. This ticket provides access to the keynote presentation only and does not include full conference admission. Date: Thursday, July 24th, 2025 Time: 8:30-9:30am Location: The Strand Theatre, 19 Court St, Skowhegan, ME 04976 Price: $30 The Keynote-Only Ticket can be found below the General Admission ticket in Eventbrite (link in our bio). Please contact MGA Program Director Isabel Roemer at isabel@mainegrainalliance.com if cost is a barrier. #kneadingconference #kneadingconference2025 (fb)
As part of the Maine Grain Alliance’s USDA-funded Transition to Organic Partnership program at Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC), we planted six heritage grain varieties together to create a Maslin (or Population). We also grew each variety separately for comparison. 🌱 Good news: 4 out of 6 varieties made it through the winter strong! Excited to see how they continue to grow! 🌾 #OrganicFarming #GrainAlliance #Maslin #TransitionToOrganic #MaineGrains #RegenerativeAgriculture (fb)
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SUPPORTING THE GRAIN COMMUNITY SINCE 2007 Upcoming Events When March 20 2025 Where Zoom Time 6PM8PM EST Price 50 As a paying participant youll have exclusive access to the workshop recordings for 6 months. This includes the full workshop video all questions and insights from the chat and any recipes or handouts shared during the session. Enjoy the flexibility to revisit the content at your own pace. A Maine Grains Menu with Vanessa Seder A Virtual Cooking Class In this class we learn to cook recipes from Vanessas recent cookbook Warm Your Bones Union Square Co November 2024 using Maine Grains.
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