The State of Maine Agricultural Trades Show is sponsored by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry. The show is a place for farms, agricultural, and related sectors to network and connect around business needs and trends. Producers and consumers alike visit this three-day show to get professional expertise, learn about technologies, and gather information on the agriculture industry. The event offers promotion opportunities for agricultural service providers, equipment and supplies, and organizations to exhibit on the trade show floor. It also includes a conference offering presentations about current topics, research and business trends, certification courses and annual meetings focused on agriculture, natural resource management and food systems.