Green Plate Special: Atlantic salmon have an upstream battle in Maine

The population is declining and that's likely to continue, but there are other places to find the fish or species that can substitute.

Grow: Next year’s trees, shrubs and perennials

Maine Gardener: Storing the harvest

As the gardening season draws to a close, it's time to store the fruits (and veggies and tubers) of your labor.

Sweet-sour reduced cider syrup enhances many an autumn dish, including apple pancakes

To make the syrup, double double boil and bubble for several hours – or buy it, if you prefer.

The fight to slow the emerald ash borer grinds on

The invasive bug has spread to several communities in Maine, but the state hopes the release of wasps that attack it may help combat the threat.

It’s chili season. Time to ferment

Some like it hot, hot, hot.

Harvest: Potatoes, the time is nigh

‘Buy American’ isn’t just for cars or washing machines. A proposed bill applies to flowers

The American Grown Act, supported by Rep. Pingree and Sen. King, asks that the U.S. government buy U.S. blossoms.

Can’t wait? Poach your pears and make chocolate pear cake

The window of pear perfection is fleeting. We've got a fix for that.

Grow (or otherwise obtain): A fall cover for your garden