Episode Synopsis "1.1 Waves of Grain"
How did parts of Maine’s grain production go from zero to sixty in twenty-five years? This episode tracks the change in the grain economy that have led to the abundance of breweries and bakeries we see in the state today. A deep dive into the historical records shows us what’s different about the present moment. Plus, Joel Alex tells us about craft malting in the northeast. Produced in collaboration with Maine Grain Alliance.