When you think of a potato, one state probably comes to mind: Idaho. But for much of American history, Maine was home to the nation's largest potato crop. That status had changed by the 1970s ...

MAINE, USA — “It’s been more than 100 years since herds of woodland caribou graced the state of Maine. At least we can still claim the potato.” Thus opens the description in this year’s ...

“It’s been more than 100 years since herds of woodland caribou graced the state of Maine. At least we can still claim the potato.” Thus opens the description in this year’s Fedco seed ...

That need was especially acute two years ago, when the county experienced a severe drought. While potatoes are Maine's most lucrative crop, with a harvest valued at more than $200 million last year, ...

Maine also produced 1.81 billion pounds of potatoes last year, a slight decrease from the 2021 total of 1.84 billion pounds but still a strong harvest. In 2020, Maine produced 1.35 billion pounds ...

FORT FAIRFIELD, Maine (WABI) - The Maine Potato Blossom Festival is returning with some new activities this year. The festival in Fort Fairfield will run from July 12-20. This will be the 78th ...