UNITY — Beginning today, September 15, we have initiated a Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) community-wide online survey to help guide our efforts to chart a course for our organization's future. MOFGA is taking a new look at itself and considering how best to carry its work forward.

We would appreciate about 10 minutes of your time to share your views in the survey at MOFGAsurvey.org. You may also contact the MOFGA office at 207-568-4142 to request a paper copy of the survey.

MOFGA held four public brainstorming sessions at the Good Will-Hinckley School in August to begin this planning process. We are now working with a group of 21 MOFGA Board members, elected representatives and staff members to shape our organizational vision, statement of values and our mission statement. Your thoughts on vision, mission and values will be a valuable contribution to our discussions. Please join the conversation!

This survey will be open through September 30. Please feel free to share the link and this message widely. Thanks for helping MOFGA build on its outstanding reputation, valuable traditions and record of success.