The Maine Potato Board selected the Donald Fitzpatrick family of Houlton as the 2018 Farm Family of the Year. Fitzpatrick, in photo, planted his first crop of potatoes when he was a freshman in high school. Last spring he helped plant his 66th crop. (Courtesy Fitzpatrick family)
The Maine Potato Board is seeking nominations within the Maine potato industry for the 2019 Farmer/Farm Family of the Year award.
The farmer/farm family will be selected under the following criteria. They must be over 40 years of age and exhibit: outstanding farming practices; growth and advancement in farming operation, to include a willingness to try new methods, technology, and advancements in the potato industry; leadership and involvement in the industry; and involvement in local community, church and other civic groups.
To nominate a farmer or farm family, contact the Maine Potato Board by March 29 at 769-5061; fax 764-4148; or email: jtapley@mainepotatoes.com.
