University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Franklin County gives local residents access to the resources and expertise of the University of Maine. Through educational programs and resources, UMaine Extension delivers unbiased, research-based information to Franklin County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site or contact us by email (extension.franklin@maine.edu) or by phone (207.778.4650).
For over 100 years, University of Maine Cooperative Extension has worked with Maine volunteers to offer community-driven, research-based educational programs in every county.
Franklin County News
- UMaine Extension offers apple tree grafting workshop in Wilton
- Franklin County Extension to host Chamber’s Business After Hours event on May 16
- Pasture Walk Series
- UMaine Extension offers educational opportunity for new farmers at Rustic Roots Farm
- UMaine Extension offers workshop to renovate old apple trees
Extension’s Statewide Online Offerings!
- UMaine Extension to hold informational webinar on two of Maine’s troublesome pests
- UMaine Extension offers spring webinars on managing farm risk
- UMaine Extension 4-H offers online informational session for aspiring volunteers in May
- UMaine Extension Offers Free Virtual Summer Equine Speaker Series
- Webinar series hosted by Northeast Cover Crops Council features UMaine Extension expert






