Attend the next installment of MomentUMD Live: AGNR Conversations Around Grand Challenges, featuring Gene Kelly, Professor of Pedology and Director of the Colorado Agricultural Experiment Station. Dr. Kelly is leading a national effort to set priorities for the USDA's climate change research over the next decade. 

Registration is open for this event taking place on Tuesday, April 16 from 10am - noon in the Atrium of Stamp.

The evening aims to welcome you into the AGNR community and answer any questions you may have about becoming a Terp or deciding your future path.

Tickets are free for students admitted to the University and up to two guests (additional tickets available for $10). We will be providing food, beverages, and a special Terp-sundae!

The event takes place on Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 6:00-8:00 pm (doors open at 5:30 pm) at Rocky Point Creamery, owned and operated our very own alumni.

Thursday, May 16, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  |  Cost: Free
Location: 4956 Muddy Creek Road, West River, MD 20778

Join University of Maryland Extension, NRCS, and Sarah Campbell for an educational pasture walk at New Roots Farm in West River, MD (Anne Arundel county).

New Roots Farm raises grass-finished beef, grass-fed lamb, pastured pork, and pastured poultry using rotational grazing practices and offers beef, chicken, lamb, and pork at their on-farm market store. Topics of discussion will include finishing cattle on grass, genetic selection for grass-finished livestock, and pastured pigs.

Sponsored by University of Maryland Extension and NE SARE

If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to the event.

University of Maryland Extension programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.

Tuesday April 16, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  |  Cost: Free
Location: 3250 Old Court Road, Pikesville, MD 21208

Join University of Maryland Extension, NRCS, and Joe Shaffer for an educational pasture walk at Hidden Waters Farm in Pikesville, MD (Baltimore county).

Hidden Waters raises beef, pork, poultry, and produce using rotational grazing practices to optimize soil health and sells their products at their on-farm market store. Topics of discussion will include working towards increasing plant and animal diversity and their challenges and successes with integrated multi-species grazing.

Sponsored by University of Maryland Extension and NE SARE

If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to the event.

University of Maryland Extension programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.

Four interactive sessions will feature an overview of AGNR's international activities, discussion on culture competencies, where to look for becoming a visiting scholar, or how to host a group of visiting scholars. Lots more, including volunteer opportunities in the college and abroad. Open to Faculty, staff, students. Mileage and parking provided, contact aleger@umd.edu

Master Gardener Plant Sale Is Saturday, April 27
9 am to 1 pm — or until sold out
Building 12, Frederick Fairgrounds (797 East Patrick Street, Frederick)
You may enter through the Monroe Avenue Gate and park behind the building.
ASK MASTER GARDENERS for Gardening Advice and Tips
Visit both the Plant Sale and FiberFest, a family-oriented event showcasing the area’s growing wool industry.
Admission to both events, as well as parking, is FREE!
* NEW THIS YEAR: The check-out system has been improved. *
Please bring a wagon or cart to carry your purchases.

It's the Year of Heirloom Tomatoes.  Join us to learn about this fantastic fruit!

Learn:

• what Heirloom tomatoes are and why they are important
• how to choose the right variety of Heirloom tomatoes for your needs
• how to plant successfully
• plant care
• disease prevention
• harvesting tips

 Participants will receive a free Heirloom seedling!!!

Join Robin Way of Rumbleway Farm for an educational experience and demonstration of proper food handling.

Learn:

• the difference between layer birds and meat birds
• proper feed rationing
• best practices for a healthy, grass-fed flock