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Oct14

Wye Angus Parking and Conference Center
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Registration Link: https://go.umd.edu/PENM25

 

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Free Event
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Agricultural Nutrient Management Program

Practical Experience in Nutrient Management: Forage Yield Measurement & Manure Spreader Calibration

Tuesday, Oct 14
  • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost
Free Event
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Agricultural Nutrient Management Program

Morning session (9:30–11:30 AM): Learn different methods for measuring forage yield in pastures and hayfields, including clip & weigh, plate meters, grazing sticks, and table estimations.
Afternoon session (12:30–4:00 PM): Participate in manure spreader calibration to determine swath width, overlap, and application rates. UMD Soil Fertility Bulletins EC-1 & EC-2 will be provided.

✅ No cost to attend
📚 Earn 6 Nutrient Management Continuing Education Credits (6 CEU)
🍽 Bring your own lunch and drinks
☔ Rain or shine – please dress for outdoor activities


For accommodations, contact Kayla Griffith at (301) 226-7403 or kmgriffi@umd.edu by October 1, 2025.

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