“We’re the only company I know of in the United States that makes this kind of spruce syrup,” she says. “There was an opportunity to bring a new flavor into the marketplace.“

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"I went out with my phone and an app, determined to learn everything edible growing on our land, and experiencing our property through food was a pure joy." Watch Pen & Cob share more of their story during their pitch

The Maine Center for Entrepreneurs (MCE) announced the 38  businesses selected for the Top Gun 2024 Class. Beginning in 2009 the Top Gun Program has proudly worked with over 340 Maine entrepreneurs across the state to launch and grow their startups. Read more

At Pen and Cob farm in Pembroke, Katherine Swann calls her several KuneKunes her “orchard pigs” because they graze among her apple trees without harming the roots. Each thrives on just a quarter of an acre throughout the growing season. Read more

Katherine Swann of Pen and Cob Farm, Katie Wringley of The Pain Changer, and John Painter of Maine Green Crabs all presented their ideas for a shot at $500 and a chance to go to the finale. See more