 Blueberries-
Blueberry plants are plentiful in Maine because
their hardy nature allows them to withstand the harsh weather
and rough soil that are common in the rural parts of this state.
With over 98% of the nation's low bush blueberries harvested in
Maine this fruit has become one of Maine's larger exports. Blueberries
are commonly used in jams, jellies, pies and fruit salads. For
more information about Maine blueberries, check out http://www.wildblueberries.com
Maine
Lobsters - This tough looking shellfish
thrives in the cold waters off the coast of Maine. People from
all over the world savor the taste of fresh Maine lobsters,
making this crustacean a vital part of Maine's economy. Over
90% of the nation's lobsters are caught all along the Maine
coast. For
more information about Maine lobsters, check out http://www.state.me.us/dmr/research/lobster.htm
 Potatoes-
Maine ranks as one of the top three potato producing states
in the country. These hardy vegetables are predominantly grown
in the Northern Maine area known as Aroostook County. For more
information about Maine potatoes, check out http://www.mainepotatoes.com
Maple
Syrup - Maine maple syrup is usually
harvested during the cold winter months from the thousands of
maple trees which dot the Maine countryside. Over 11% of the
nation's maple syrup comes from the state of Maine.
For more information about Maine maple syrup, check out http://www.getrealmaine.com/learn/maple_information.html
 Pulp,
Paper and Wood Products - Almost 89%
of Maine is forested, making it a prime location for the production
of wood and paper products. Maine is currently the home of many
of the largest paper producing mills in the country. Many forms
of Maine paper products are used in schools and offices throughout
the country. For more information on the paper making process
in Maine, check out http://www.umche.maine.edu/pilot/Services.htm
 Apples-
Every fall, orchards all over the state are bustling with activity
as apples become ripe for picking. Many different varieties
of apples are grown in the state of Maine, including Macintosh
and Yellow delicious. In 1997, approximately 1,524,000
bushels of apples were harvested in Maine. For more information
about apple production in New England, check out
Maine's Department of Agriculture, Apples Page.
 Tourmaline
- This gemstone has the distinction
of being the official mineral of Maine. Tourmaline stones can
be found in a variety of colors ranging from black to light
pink and are often fashioned into beautiful jewelry. In the
late 1800's, Maine became established as one of the best places
in North America for tourmaline mining. For more information
about tourmaline, check out http://minerals.er.usgs.gov/minerals/pubs/commodity/gemstones/sp14-95/tourmaline.html
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