Governor Mills Proclaims October as Farm & Sea to School Month in Maine

Maine Farm & Sea to Institution (MEFTI) worked with Governor Mills to officially proclaim October as Farm & Sea to School Month in Maine. The Governor recognizes and endorses the role Farm and Sea to School plays in student health, food access, supporting the local food economy, and more.

MEFTI joins Governor Mills in encouraging schools, food producers, community groups, and others to help support the purchase and sale of locally harvested and produced Maine food products. 

The proclamation will be highlighted at the upcoming Maine Farm & Sea to Institution Summit being held on October 14, 2025 at Colby College, where stakeholders will convene to advance Maine’s Farm and Sea to Institution movement.

MEFTI fosters collective power through collaboration and coordination to strengthen farm to institution efforts in Maine. By addressing systemic challenges and supporting public health, education, and the local food economy, MEFTI catalyzes a resilient, equitable, and sustainable food system that benefits all. To Learn more, visit mainefarmtoinstitution.org

Maine Farm & Sea to Institution Network is supported by the Henry P. Kendall Foundation

Maine Farm & Sea to Institution Network is supported by the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation