📘 Description

Join this hands-on, two-day virtual course introducing the Maryland Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) process from start to finish. Participants will complete a full plan using NuMan Pro 5.3 software.

Certified nutrient management consultants who attend will receive 6 continuing education credits.

This training will cover:

- Maryland Nutrient Management Regulations

- Introduction to the Phosphorus Management Tool (PMT)*

- Data Collection

- Reporting and Recordkeeping

- Soil Sampling and Testing

- Calibrations and Nitrate Testing

- Organic Sampling and Testing

- Livestock, Fruit, and Christmas Trees in NMPs

- Generating Crop Recommendations

- Completing a full example NMP

*In-depth PMT training will be offered at a later date for those interested.

👥 Who Should Attend

All are welcome!
Priority will be given to certified consultants who intend to write Maryland NMPs, followed by certified individuals who need CEUs.
Registration is limited.

💰 Cost

Free course
Optional: NuMan Pro 5.3 one-time purchase fee — $75
(NuMan Pro 5.3 is not compatible with Mac or Chromebooks.)

🔗 Registration

Register by October 21, 2025
👉 go.umd.edu/HTWNMP2025

📞 Contact

Kayla Griffith
📧 kmgriffi@umd.edu

☎ (301) 226-7403

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Kayla Griffith on or before October 14, 2025.

The Capture the Flavor with Herbs and Spices class offers new ways to use herbs and spices as well as an understanding of their health benefits. You will also learn the best storage methods for maximum flavor and benefits.

Join us for a deep dive into how fall seasonal foods can be your secret weapon in the fight against chronic diseases!

Join us for a deep dive into how fall seasonal foods can be your secret weapon in the fight against chronic diseases!

The Master of Extension Education features a multi-disciplinary program with core courses focused on principles of Extension in needs assessment, program development, evaluation, and social science research methodology as well as a suite of supportive elective courses in a variety of Extension specialty areas. Graduates with Extension education experiences are prepared for dynamic careers in secondary and post-secondary education, non-profits, government, and leadership roles in enterprise. 

Please join us in our open house to know about our programs!

Join us first at the Wicomico Extension Office for a hands-on cooking session featuring flavorful mediterranean, celebration worthy dishes. After, enjoy a guided tour of a local mediterranean market, where you’ll explore a wide variety of healthy, nutritious ingredients that will bring global flavors to your table. Participants must have their own transportation to travel from the cooking demo to the Mediterranean market.

Details:

• - Participants are responsible for their own transportation from the cooking demonstration to the Mediterranean market.
• - Open to all ages 18 and up. Ages 15 and up welcome if accompanied by a parent or guardian.All attendees must have a ticket. Due to space limitations, this includes parents/guardians.
• - Space is limited—reserve your spot early!

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in these workshops, please contact Lynn Matava by October 28 at (410) 749-6141.

University 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.

You're invited to join us for AGNR’s 7th annual Cornerstone event on Thursday, October 23 at The Adele H. Stamp Student Union—Center for Campus Life. 

We're excited to welcome keynote speaker, Sanjay K. Rai, secretary of the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC). 

In his role, Rai is responsible for statewide policies for Maryland's 14 public 4-year institutions, 16 community colleges, 32 private institutions, and more than 140 private career schools. His programming and partnerships have expanded educational access, improved student success, and reduced achievement gaps for all learners. He will deliver a talk on the use of hashtagAI to improve instruction and engagement with students. 

The event will also feature a free lunch and a student poster competition featuring the excellent work of our students. Guests may also register on-site the day of the event.