Hello, Harford County!
University of
Maryland Extension
I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of winter!
I enjoy a picturesque snowfall or two, but this year’s
season has worn out its welcome. To get my mind
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off the cold weather, I’m thinking ahead to plans for
P.O. Box 663
the warmer days ahead.
2335 Rock Spring Road
Something that’s always a problem on the farm
when
hot weather rolls around is flies. They’re
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annoying to us, but they also spread disease and
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cause stress to livestock, which reduces their
M—F 8:00 a.m—4:30 p.m. productivity. How are you going to control flies this
summer?
The most effective control begins with
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preventing flies from breeding. Flies need three
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things to breed: material, moisture, and warmth.
We can’t control the weather, so efforts should
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focus on eliminating breeding sites and managing
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against moist conditions. Be diligent to remove
decaying organic materials such as manure,
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soiled bedding, and spilled feed, which are
favorite breeding sites.
Take efforts to maintain good drainage, too.
Continually wet areas, for example like near
watering areas become breeding sites as soon
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as organic matter (think manure!) is
introduced. Heavy rain events are also
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common in summer, so strive to manage so
that water quickly moves out and away from
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barns and animal areas. Weed control also
affects fly control. Areas where weeds are
allowed to grow thick and tall will stay wet
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longer and can hide manure.
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The entire fly life cycle – from egg to adult
– can occur in as little as 10 days, so it’s
imperative to keep fly prevention on your
weekly to-do list during the summer.
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Additional mitigation strategies will be of
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limited effectiveness if breeding sites are
available.
Biological control via release of parasitic
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wasps is becoming more popular. Female
wasps lay their eggs in immature, developing
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flies; the wasp larvae feed on the developing
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flies, thus breaking the fly life cycle. Producers can
now buy parasitic wasps commercially, but there
isn’t much scientific data to support (or discredit)
their effectiveness. Fly parasites won’t establish a
population so they must be released several times
during the season. Finally, they’re effective only
against house flies and stable flies, so ensure these
two pests are your major problem before going
this route.
Feed through fly control is another option.
Manure is an ideal breeding site for flies. Feed
through products lead to manure containing
chemicals that prevent eggs laid in manure from
developing into adults. These products should be
fed from just before the fly season – typically late
March – through the first hard frost. They are
effective in preventing fly development in manure
but may not alleviate fly pressure if other breeding
sites are available (such as manure from neighbors
who do not use a feed through product).
A variety of insecticides are available in various
forms: sprays, dusts, ear tags, and more. With such
a variety of insecticide products available, it can be
daunting to choose which is best. It may be
tempting to choose the least expensive option, but
it’s true that you get what you pay for! In general,
the higher the concentration of active ingredient,
the more effective the product will be, the longer
it will persist – and the higher the cost. If you do
choose to use insecticides, use them with care,
and always follow the directions on the label – it’s
the law!
Maintaining good sanitation and drainage is
key but likely won’t eliminate fly populations on
the farm, making one or more of these additional
practices necessary. Consider your costs, your
management style, and your preferences to
determine what will work best for you. Whatever
you do, be sure to get a head start on flies this
year by coming up with a plan now!
Sincerely,
Poultry & Rabbit Slaughter/Processing Training Workshop
March 31, 2014
To help farmers meet growing
consumer demand for local meats,
8:30 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
the Maryland Department of
Agriculture (MDA) will conduct MD Department of Agriculture
Annapolis, MD
training workshops in Annapolis and
Prince Frederick for on-farm poultry
and rabbit slaughter and processing. (A repeat session will be held on
April 11 at the Calvert Economic Development Building in Prince
Frederick.) This workshop is a voluntary certification program to assist
small poultry and rabbit operations to meet Maryland Department of
Health and Mental Hygiene’s “approved source” requirements for
producers who want to become certified to sell their poultry and/or
rabbits off the farm at farmers’ markets or to restaurants and retailers
in Maryland. Workshop participants will learn to recognize diseases of
public health concern, take basic biosecurity measures, write and
implement basic Standard Sanitary Operating Procedures, develop
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points plans, and properly dispose of
offal and waste water. The training fee is $25 which includes lunch and
materials, and pre-registration is required. Space is limited, so register
early. For more information or to obtain a registration form, contact
Sherry Weygant at 410-841-5769 or sherry.weygant@maryland.gov.
2014 Sheep Shearing School
April 18-19, 2014
This school is open to anyone in
Maryland,
Delaware,
and
9:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
surrounding states who want to
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learn to shear sheep. Each
Westminster, MD
registrant will receive an ASI
Shearing Notebook and instructional DVD. Participants must be at
least 16 years old. Participants must bring lunch including drinks
(no facilities are close by), comfortable clothes and shoes, gloves,
and a body with the strength and willingness to learn to shear
sheep. Shearing machines will be provided. The school will cover
the New Zealand method of shearing, how to adjust and care for
hand-held shearing machines, how to set and adjust blades on
shearing machines, and how to properly handle wool after
shearing. Instruction will be provided by David Greene, UME
emeritus agent; Richard Barczewski, Delaware State University;
and Aaron Geiman, agriculture teacher at North Carroll High
School. The school will be held at Ridgley Thomspon Farm, 1942
Uniontown Road in Westminster, MD. Registration is $80 per
person. All registrations must be received by April 14, and
participation is limited to the first 25 registrants. Mail your
registration (forms available at the Harford Extension Office) to
David L. Greene, 2014 White Hall Road, White Hall MD 211619712 accompanied by check made payable to “CCEAC”. Questions
may be directed to David Greene at greelamb@gmail.com. This
program is being hosted by University of Maryland Extension,
University of Delaware Extension, Maryland Sheep Breeders’
Association, Inc., and Delaware Sheep and Wool Producers’
Association.
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12th Annual Mid-Atlantic Nutrition Conference
Professional
nutritionists,
consultants,
March 26-27, 2014
government officials, university scientists,
students, farmers, ranchers, and allied industry North Baltimore Plaza Hotel
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personnel should not miss this opportunity to
learn about new discoveries within the animal
nutrition industry. The primary focus of this conference is the nutrition of the
poultry, dairy, and equine species. Poultry topics will include: NRC Update for
Poultry vs Online Databases, Factors Affecting Energy Utilization and Energy
Value of Corn Co-products in Broilers, Modified Distillers, Nutritional
Consequences of Pelleting, Lameness Caused by Bacterial Infection in Broilers,
Effects of Enzyme and DFM Combinations on Chicken Performance and Energy
Metabolism, and Non-antibiotic Intestinal Interventions. Equine topics will
focus on Equine Gut Health and include: Measuring Gastrointestinal
Permeability in Horses, Feeding Horses with GI Disease, Gastrointestinal
Health: What we know and what we need to know, Nutrient Transport in the
Equine Intestine, When Fermentation Goes Awry, Effects of Antibiotics on Gut
Microbes, and Practically Teaching Gut Health: A hands-on workshop.
Registration includes admission to all of the sessions, conference reception,
the social hour on March 26th, a group luncheon on March 27th, and a paper
and CD copy of the proceedings. A one-day registration option is available for
March 27th. New this year, online registration with credit card payment is
available at the MANC website! Registration materials, venue information, the
updated program, past proceedings, and the 2014 abstracts will be available
on our website at www.manc.umd.edu.
Specific Exemption for Mertect Use on Mushrooms
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has granted a specific exemption
under section 18 of FIFRA allowing the use of thiabendazole (Mertect 60 WP) to
control green mold on mushrooms. This specific exemption expires on January
17, 2015. Under this specific exemption, Mertect 60 WP fungicide, an
unrestricted product, manufactured by Syngenta, may be used to treat
mushroom spawn and supplement. Applicators must have a copy of the Section
18 label in their possession at the site of application. To obtain the official
notice of this special exemption, which includes instructions for use of the
product on spawn and supplement, contact the Harford County Extension
Office.
Online Pesticide Re-Certification
This session will focus on pesticide use and
April 11, 2014
related topics for all field crops, fruits, and
vegetables. This Adobe Connect session will 4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.
be live via the internet directly from
University of Maryland. The session is free and open to anyone to
attend, but a high-speed cable or satellite internet connection is
required. Private Applicator Pesticide Recertification credit will be
awarded for full 2-hour session participation. Registration is required
by April 9 in order to receive login instructions. To register, contact
the Anne Arundel County Extension Office at 410-222-3906.
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Agriculture in Maryland Poster Contest
Calling all students in grades K through 12! Submit your poster sharing what you know about Maryland
agriculture. Your artistic entry may be selected to appear on the 2014-2015 Maryland Agriculture
Education Foundation (MAEF) calendar. Topics may include but are not
limited to life on a farm, crops grown in Maryland, food from the farm,
machinery used on a farm, or animals raised on a farm. Be sure to be
creative, fill the page, and use lots of color! The deadline for entries is
April 30. A $50 cash prize will be awarded to each of the 18 selected
entries. For a registration form and complete details, visit the MAEF
website at maefonline.com.
UMD Offers New “College Forward” Program
Source: Institute of Applied Agriculture, University of Maryland
Students interested in obtaining agricultural degrees from the University
of Maryland College Park now have more options. College Forward, a
transfer advantage program, has been created for students in the Institute
of Applied Agriculture (IAA). “We’re providing students with more
options—more opportunities to prepare for academic success,” says IAA
Director Glori Hyman. College Forward offers students the opportunity to
earn both a bachelor’s degree and a certificate in applied
agriculture.
College Forward students begin their studies at the
University of Maryland in the IAA, a 2-year certificate program within the
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR). If they meet the
College Forward requirements, they are eligible to transfer to a bachelor’s
degree program. Throughout the College Forward program, students will
be advised by an IAA faculty member and a faculty member in the AGNR
department to which they intend to transfer to assure that the students
are completing graduation requirements. College Forward students will
have access to the resources, activities, and academics that a student
pursuing a bachelor’s degree at College Park have available to them, and
they are eligible to live on campus, attend athletic events, and participate
in clubs and organizations. “Initially, we will open the program to 30
students this fall,” says Hyman, “and if the demand is there, we will look
for ways to expand.” For more details about the Institute of Applied
Agriculture and the College Forward program, check out iaa.umd.edu.
Nutrient Applicator Voucher Renewal Opportunities
This live session at the Harford County Extension Office will focus on recent
March 12, 2014
nutrient management updates from Maryland Department of Agriculture and
principles of phosphorus movement in soils. Please register in advance by 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Harford Extension Office
calling us at 410-638-3255 or e-mailing Sara at sbh@umd.edu.
Forest Hill, MD
April 4, 2014
This Adobe Connect session will be live via the internet directly from University of
Maryland. The session is free and open to anyone to attend, but a high-speed
4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.
cable or satellite internet connection is required. Nutrient Management Voucher
Online session
Recertification credit will be awarded for full 2-hour session participation.
Registration is required by April 2 in order to receive login instructions. To register, contact the Anne
Arundel County Extension Office at 410-222-3906.
Annual Implementation Reports for Nutrient Management
Don’t forget that March 1 is the deadline for submitting your 2013
Nutrient Management Annual Implementation Report (AIR). If you are
required to submit an AIR, the form and and instructions were mailed
to you in December from Maryland Department of Agriculture. AIR
report forms may also be picked up at the Harford County Extension
Office or from your regional nutrient management office (for Harford
County, located at 19 Newport Drive in the same suite as the Harford
Soil Conservation District). AIR forms may also be downloaded from
MDA’s website at mda.maryland.gov. Those who fail to file their AIRs
on time risk fines and/or penalties including the loss of eligibility for
state cost-share funds. For more details or for assistance completing for
AIR, contact your MDA regional nutrient management specialist Darren
Alles at 410-838-6181 x 118 or Darren.alles@maryland.gov.
Developing Management Units
By Tricia Hoopes, Harford County Nutrient Management Advisor
Planning management units is one of the most
important activities when developing a nutrient
management plan. Many operators want to
combine several fields into one management unit
to reduce expenses and simplify fertilizer
applications. This is an acceptable practice in some
scenarios but not all. The following are points to
consider when planning management units:
1) Pay attention to the soil type. All the fields in
a management unit should have the same soil
type. For example, if you had one field with a claytype soil and the other fields were silt loam, the
field with clay-type soil should be treated as a
separate management unit.
2) Consider the production potential of the
fields. If one field has less potential for production
than the other fields, it should be treated as a
separate management unit. There are many
factors that can affect production in a field, but
good crop yield records can help you determine
the production potential of your fields.
3) All fields in a management unit must have
the same crop histories. Crop histories affect both
soils and recommendations. For example, a field
that is currently in soybeans cannot be combined
into a management unit with a field that is
currently in corn grain, even if you are planning the
same crop for these two fields next season. The
soybean field will have a nitrogen credit that the
corn field will not have.
4) All fields in a management unit must have the
same history of nutrient application. For example,
a field with a past manure application cannot be in
the same management unit as a field that did not
have a manure application, even if you are
planning the same crop for these two fields next
season. The manure application affects the soil and
recommendations as nutrients from manure are
plant-available for three years after application.
5) Other physical characteristics in the landscape
demand separate management units. For example,
eroded slopes and gentle slopes demand separate
management units.
A little thought when developing management
units will help generate better recommendations,
resulting in better yield results. Even so, it is
understood that there are situations that make it
impossible to manage different areas separately,
and in these cases they should be treated as one
management unit.
This information and more is available in: “Soil
Sampling Procedures for Nutrient Management”
available in the Extension office and online at
extension.umd.edu/anmp under the “Plan Writing
Tools” link.
Review of New Turfgrass Fertilizer Requirements
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture (abridged)
Since July 2013, 747 turfgrass professionals have
been certified by the Maryland Department of
Agriculture (MDA) to apply fertilizer to properties
that they manage, as required by Maryland’s newly
enacted Lawn Fertilizer Law. The law applies to
professionals for hire as well as individuals
responsible for turf management at golf courses,
public parks, airports, athletic fields, businesses,
cemeteries and other non-agricultural properties. In
addition, MDA has issued 118 licenses to individuals
and businesses engaged in commercially fertilizing
turfgrass and lawns.
Maryland’s lawn fertilizer law went into effect
October 1, 2013. In addition to the new certification
requirement
for
turfgrass
professionals,
manufacturers of lawn fertilizer products sold in
Maryland were required to reduce the nitrogen
content and eliminate phosphorus from most lawn
fertilizer products. Turfgrass professionals and
homeowners alike are now required to obey
fertilizer application restrictions, use best
management practices when applying fertilizer,
observe fertilizer blackout dates and follow
University of Maryland recommendations when
fertilizing lawns. A winter fertilizer ban is in effect
until March 1.
Turfgrass professionals seeking certification
should
visit
MDA’s
website
at
www.mda.maryland.gov/fertilizer
for
testing
sessions, training materials, license applications and
other useful tools. Here are the steps that turfgrass
professionals need to take to comply.
Register for Training and Certification.
Professionals hired to apply fertilizer to turf must be
certified by MDA or work under the direct
supervision of an individual who is certified. MDA
offers fertilizer applicator training sessions and
certification exams throughout the year. Turfgrass
professionals should visit the website for an exam
schedule and to download the training manual and
study guide.
Renew Certificates by June 30, 2015.
Professional Fertilizer Applicator Certificates are
valid through June 30, 2015. Beginning July 1, 2015,
certificates will need to be renewed yearly for a
$100 fee and verification of two hours of annual
recertification training. The MDA website will have
information on recertification classes later in the
year.
Apply for a Business License. Licenses are
required for individuals or businesses hired to
fertilize turf. Businesses are required to employ at
least
one
certified
professional
fertilizer
applicator. The initial license will be valid through
June 30, 2015. Beginning July 1, 2015, licenses will
be valid for one year. Beginning in 2015, license
holders will be required to file an annual activity
report with MDA covering the previous year. The
first activity report is due to MDA March 1, 2015.
Reporting forms will be available on the MDA
website later this year. Applications for a business
license may be downloaded from the MDA website.
Avoid Penalties. Violators are subject to civil
penalties of up to $1,000 for the first violation and
$2,000 for each subsequent violation.
For more information about the turfgrass
fertilizer
application
requirements,
visit
mda.maryland.gov/Pages/fertilizer.aspx or contact
MDA’s nutrient management office at 410-841-5959
or nminfo@maryland.gov.
Farmers Met with Senator Ben Cardin
Submitted by Bill Tharpe, Harford Soil Conservation District Manager
The Harford Soil Conservation District hosted a group of 20 farmers to
discuss topics affecting agriculture with Senator Ben Cardin. The group
consisted of individuals from dairy, grain, livestock, nursery, and orchard
sectors of the industry. Senator Cardin was encouraged by the passage
of the Farm Bill and praised Maryland farmers for their commitment to
conservation of their farms. Senator Cardin was asked questions about
USDA staffing issues, the ability to retain the next generation of
Maryland farmers, poultry issues, regulations related to the Chesapeake
Bay, and renewable energy from ethanol.
Grants Available for Agriculture Energy Efficiency
The Maryland Energy Administration has announced the
continuation of its support targeting the agricultural sector. The
2014 Kathleen A.P. Mathias Agriculture Energy Efficiency
Program will award grants ranging from $25,000 to $200,000 to
assist with the costs of installing energy efficient technologies in
farms and agricultural businesses. Applications are due March
14, 2014. This year’s program will fund energy efficiency projects
with at least 20% energy savings and provide grants to cover up
to 50% of the cost of energy efficiency upgrades after all other
incentives have been applied. Energy efficiency measures must
be installed before October 31, 2014. Technical assistance is
available to help applicants estimate their project’s energy
savings, and to answer general application questions. Further
program details are available on the program website at
energy.maryland.gov/Business/MathiasAg14.htm. Information
on the results of the 2012-2013 program are available at
energy.maryland.gov/Business/mathiasag/index.html. Questions
about this program may be directed to MEA Program Managers
Dean
Fisher
(Dean.Fisher@maryland.gov)
or
Alec
Fields (Alec.Fields@maryland.gov).
Cost-Share for Manure Incorporation and Injection
Abridged from Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) release
For a second year, financial assistance is available to help farmers cover
the cost of injecting or incorporating manure and other eligible organic
products into cropland. Maryland’s revised nutrient management
regulations require farmers to inject or incorporate manure and other
organic nutrient sources into the soil within 48 hours of application in
order to achieve maximum water quality benefits for streams, rivers
and the Chesapeake Bay. Farmers who incorporate or inject all types of
animal manure or other eligible organic waste products into cropland
may apply for cost-share grants from MDA. Operators who import
manure and other organic nutrient sources for use on cropland that
they own or rent may participate. Cost-share rates for manure
incorporation and injection range from $10 to $55 an acre depending on
the type of equipment or services used. Farmers who use manure
injection equipment receive the highest reimbursement rates. Costshare grants for manure incorporation and injection are administered
by the Maryland Agricultural Water Quality Cost-Share (MACS) Program.
Applicants must be in good standing with MACS to participate and in
compliance with the Nutrient Management Program. All work must be
completed by June 2, 2014, and all claims for payment received by June
10, 2014. Other restrictions apply. Farmers should visit their local soil
conservation district office as soon as possible to apply. Applications will
be accepted on a first come, first served basis and sign-up is ongoing
until all funds are fully committed. For more information, contact MDA
at 410-841-5864.
Photo: ARS-USDA
Trainings for Farmers Market Nutrition Program
April 7, 2014
To help farmers understand
federal nutrition programs and
9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Baltimore County Ag Center what federal assistance checks
can be accepted at farmers’
Cockeysville, MD
markets,
the
Maryland
Department of Agriculture (MDA) along with the Maryland
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) is offering
training for both the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP
– WIC and Seniors) and the Fruit and Vegetable Check (FVC)
Program. This training is mandatory for farmers who want to
accept checks from participants at authorized farmers’
markets. Those who took this training in 2013 are certified for
three years and do not have to attend; however, farmers who
are new to the FMNP / FVC program, or took training prior to
2013, are required to attend. Once completed the training it is
good for three years. There is no fee for the training, but
registration is required by visiting mdamarketing.wufoo.com/
forms/2014-fmnpsfmnpfvc-training/. This training is being held
at multiple locations around the state and in webinar format;
visit the web link for complete listing.
Photo: University of MD
USDA Releases Preliminary Census of Agriculture Data
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture (abridged)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its first look at the
Census of Agriculture showing that in Maryland, since the last Census was
conducted in 2007, there are 578 or 4.5 percent fewer farms, average size
increased up 166 acres up from 160, and 18.7 percent or 80 more female
principal farm operators. From an economic standpoint, the value of
agricultural products sold increased 24 percent to $2.27 billion, with an
average per farm increase of 30 percent to $188,329. The latest figures
indicate that the rate of farmland loss is slowing in Maryland. There was a
1.0 percent (21,011 acre) loss in 2012 compared to a 1.3 percent (25,874
acre) loss in 2007 and 5.5 percent (115,433 acre) loss in 2002. The 2012
Census of Agriculture also found that in Maryland: value of crops,
including nursery/greenhouse crops, increased 67 percent to $1.05 billion;
value of livestock, poultry, and their products increased 1 percent to $1.2
billion; nearly half of farms (49 percent) are less than 50 acres; principal
operators with Spanish, Hispanic, or Latino origin are up 27 percent (25
people), and Asian operators are up 18 percent (15 people) from 2007;
only 48.9 percent of farm operators state that farming is their primary
occupation; average age of farmer is 59 years compared to 57.3 in 2007.
The USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service surveyed all agricultural
landowners during the first half of 2013 about their farm operations for
calendar year 2012. A farm is defined as any place from which $1,000 of
agricultural products were produced or sold, or normally would have been
sold, during the census year. USDA will release the full Census results with
much more information, including county level data, in May.
Farm Trucking Forum
Photo: Univ. Of DE
This event was originally scheduled for February 3 March 10, 2014
but was cancelled due to winter weather; this is the
reschedule date. Maryland Farm Bureau is hosting a 1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m.
series of Farm Trucking Forums throughout Calvert Grange Hall
Rising Sun, MD
Maryland in early 2014. These will be similar to the
past event that was held at Level Fire Hall. The forums will provide an
opportunity to discuss issues facing farmers on rural roads and state
highways and hear firsthand how the latest trucking rules and regulations
can affect your business. If you have questions about IRPs, permits, tags, or
weight limits, don’t miss it! For more information, contact Matt Teffeau,
Maryland Farm Bureau, at 410-924-4525 or matt.mdfb@verizon.net.
Maryland Agricultural Commission Seeks Nominations
Source: Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA)
The Maryland Agricultural Commission – an advisory body to the Secretary of Agriculture which
represents all major commodities in Maryland – is seeking nominations to fill five positions. As a
group, Commission members address legislative and policy issues that affect Maryland
agribusiness. The open positions represent: bio fuels, direct farm marketing,
food processing, livestock, and vegetable. To be considered, applicants must
be Maryland residents and have experience in the field they are interested in
representing. Appointments are made by Governor Martin O’Malley, and
each member is eligible to serve two, 3-year appointed terms. The
Commission meets the second Wednesday of each month from 8:30 until
noon throughout the year. To be considered, contact Sally Terry at
sally.terry@maryland.gov or 410-841-5881 for more information and
application forms. All forms must be submitted by March 7.
Harford Celebration of Agriculture
On Saturday, April 5th, a Celebration of Harford
April 5, 2014
County Agriculture will take place at Grimmel’s
Barn in Jarrettsville. This new event will be 5:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Grimmel’s Barn
sponsored by Harford County Ag Preservation,
Jarrettsville, MD
Harford County Division of Agriculture, and
Harford Soil Conservation District. Multiple farming families will be
honored by the county agriculture offices. For more information about
the Celebration of Agriculture, please contact John Sullivan at 410-6383339 or Bill Tharpe at 410-838-6181 x3.
Jeff Myers
Area Extension Director
Harford, Baltimore,
and Carroll Counties
Sara Meagher BhaduriHauck
Faculty Extension Assistant
Agriculture and
Natural Resources
sbh@umd.edu
Extension.umd.edu/Harford-county
facebook.com/HarfordAg
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