Wye Research & Education Center

This twilight tour will feature watermelons, sweet corn, and tomatoes.

The event is free to attend.

Visit research and demonstration plots and get updates on weed management issues in the region.

May 9, 2024 9:30am-2:30pm
Planting green demonstration, Biomass and root sampling activities, Soil pit investigation, Slug scouting and control methods, Single species and mixes, sandy and clayey soils
The field day will include coffee, light breakfast and lunch

Come see the latest varieties we have to showcase. Fresh strawberries will be served at the conclusion of the tour.

The 2024 Agronomy Meeting  will take place at 4:30 pm on February 22, 2024, at the Caroline County 4-H & Youth Park, located at 8230 Detour Rd., Denton, Md. 21629.

This event is free and counts for 2024 private pesticide and nutrient re-certifications.

Register to reserve a spot at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-agronomy-meeting-registration-780369625557?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Advanced Cover Cropping Strategies Workshop
March 1, 2024 12:00pm - 2:00 pm
Approved for 2 Maryland nutrient management credits
cover crop planning, species selection, management options, and practical considerations. We will feature a panel discussion with Aaron Cooper, operator of Cutfresh organics, an organic grain and vegetable operation, and Thelonoius Cook, operator of Mighty Thundercloud Edible Forest, a vegetable, herb, and cut flower operation. We will also learn from Dr. Dwayne Joseph of UMD Extension about how cover crops, coupled with conservation tillage and various IPM strategies, offer effective weed management, foster beneficial insect populations, and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices.

Learn about growing giant Miscanthus as a perennial crop in Maryland
Tour giant miscanthus growing on land facing flooding, salt-intrusion, and deer pressure
Receive nutrient management and CCA credits

This is an outdoor event.
Learn about giant miscanthus as a perennial alternative crop in Maryland.

The University of Maryland Extension and College of Agriculture & Natural Resources will host an all-day workshop discussing recent fruit tree planting and management research on Friday, February 23rd, at the Wye Research and Education Center, 124 Wye Narrows Drive in Queenstown.

This course is a discussion-based workshop bringing women together to learn from experts in production, financial management, human resources, marketing, and the legal field.

There is plenty of time for questions, sharing, reacting, and connecting with your presenters and fellow participants. It's a relaxed, fun and dynamic way to learn, grow and meet other women in agriculture.

Mid Shore Maryland
6 sessions, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Wednesdays, February 22, 2023 - March 29, 2023
Location: QAC Extension Office
505 Railroad Avenue, Suite 4 Centreville, MD 21617

Virtual Option
6 sessions, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesdays, February 22, 2023 - March 29, 2023
Location: Zoom
*reading and project assignments outside of class time about 1 hour per week

For more information call Shannon Dill at 410-822-1244 (sdill@umd.edu) or Jenny Rhodes at 410-758-0166 (jrhodes@umd.edu) or visit the website at www.extension.umd.edu/annies-project.

Register online at: https://2024annies.eventbrite.com

Annie’s Project is approved for FSA Borrower Training which includes an additional workbook requirement.  Please contact Shannon Dill at 410-822-1244 for more information.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact Shannon Dill  on or before February 7, 2024.