This virtual event will allow time and space for parents and guardians of Admitted Students in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) to interact with faculty, staff, and students to have your questions answered. Learn more about the guidance and support your student will find in AGNR.
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Maryland is offering multiple opportunities to visit and tour the University of Maryland this spring, including Maryland Information Sessions and Terrapin Tours. To complement these campus visits, the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) is holding an Information Session on select visit days! This particular Info Session will be open to prospective and admitted students. Join us to learn more about our nine undergraduate (BS & BLA) degree programs, our hands-on approach to learning, beyond the classroom experiences, and life as a Terp.
This Info Session will include a brief presentation - providing an overview of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and some UMD basics - as well time to interact with and ask questions of current AGNR students! When we're done, we'll head to the on-campus farm for a brief tour!
Please use the registration form found at the link below for the AGNR options *only* (this will not register you for one of the University held Info Sessions or Tours). Registration will close shortly before the Info Session date, at that time, we will send information regarding location and parking. If you have questions, please contact us at FutureAGNR@umd.edu.
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Maryland is offering multiple opportunities to visit and tour the University of Maryland this spring, including Maryland Information Sessions and Terrapin Tours. To complement these campus visits, the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) is holding an Information Session on select visit days! This particular Info Session will be tailored to admitted students and therefore prospective students will be asked to opt into another Info Session. Join us to learn more about our nine undergraduate (BS & BLA) degree programs, our hands-on approach to learning, beyond the classroom experiences, and life as a Terp.
This Info Session will include a brief presentation - providing an overview of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and some UMD basics - as well time to interact with and ask questions of current AGNR students! At the mid-point of this session, guests will breakout to meet with their academic department/major.
Please use the registration form found at the link below for the AGNR options *only* (this will not register you for one of the University held Info Sessions or Tours). Registration will close shortly before the Info Session date, at that time, we will send information regarding location and parking. If you have questions, please contact us at FutureAGNR@umd.edu.
Registration is required. After registering a zoom link to all 6 meeting sessions will be sent to the email you used to register.
The Backyard Gardening Webinar Series is a free virtual program designed for gardeners of all levels, offering valuable insights from expert presenters in each session. Hosted via Zoom, these one-hour sessions on Tuesdays at noon are both informative and interactive, providing an opportunity for participants to learn and engage with specialists in the field. Each session covers a specific gardening topic, and at the end of the presentation, there is a Q&A segment where attendees can ask questions and get personalized advice.
A free event for all ages of sheep producers sponsored by the Frederick County and Maryland Sheep Breeders Associations in partnership with the University of Maryland Extension. Attendees will spend the day learning the basics of raising sheep and networking with other producers. Lunch will be provided.
Date: March 29, 2025 | Saturday
Time: 10 AM – 3:15 PM | Cost: Free, but registration is required.
Location: Frederick Fairgrounds 797 East Patrick Street, Building 7, Frederick, MD 21701
Registration information: go.umd.edu/sheepbasics
Contact: Dr. Brittany Fletcher | bfletch1@umd.edu | 301-226-7576
Agenda:
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.
If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact Dr. Brittany Fletcher 2 weeks prior to the event at (301) 226-7576.
Have you updated your nutrient management plan for the upcoming cropping season? Do you have questions? Do you need help getting started? Do you need a software refresher?
The University of Maryland Extension (UME) Nutrient Management Specialists will be available to assist you with updating to your nutrient management plan and the nutrient management planning software NuMan Pro 5.3. The sessions will be informal and participants will work at their own pace. Participants must be familiar with a keyboard/computer and able to retrieve and save files. Bring a keyboarding assistant, if needed.
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?
WHAT WILL BE PROVIDED?
Laptop computers equipped with NuMan Pro 5.3 software, printers, and technical support to make the updating process quick and easy.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
| DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| February 10, 2025 (snow date: February 19, 2025) |
1:00pm-4:00pm (1:00pm-4:00pm) |
UME-Charles County Office 9501 Crain Highway, Bel Alton, MD 20611 |
| February 11, 2025 (snow date: February 17, 2025) |
1:00pm-4:00pm (1:00pm-4:00pm) |
Wye Research and Education Center 124 Wye Narrows Drive, Queenstown, MD 21658 |
| February 18, 2025 (snow date: March 10, 2025) |
1:00pm-4:00pm (1:00pm-4:00pm) |
UME-Baltimore County Office 1114 Shawan Road, Suite 2, Cockeysville, MD 21030 |
| February 25, 2025 (snow date: March 3, 2025) |
1:00pm-4:00pm (1:00pm-4:00pm) |
UME-Frederick County Office 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702 |
| February 26, 2025 (snow date: March 4, 2025) |
1:00pm-4:00pm (1:00pm-4:00pm) |
UME-Washington County Office 7303 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD 21713 |
| April 7, 2025 (snow date: April 14, 2025) |
1:00pm-4:00pm (1:00pm-4:00pm) |
UME- Frederick County Office 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702 |
Registration: Although the event is free, registration is required for logistics management (refreshments, working lunch, and educational materials packets).
DIRECT LINK FOR REGISTRATION - CLICK: https://forms.office.com/r/qQRCkXwSVZ
We have limited slots. It is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you need help registering, please let us know.
Please do not hesitate to share this information with your network. The flyer below provides all the details.
Event Details:
Date: FEBRUARY 19 (WEDNESDAY), 2025
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Venue: 709 Morgnec Road, Suite 202, Chestertown, MD 21620 (Office Building: Kent County Extension Office)
We look forward to seeing you at the event. Thank you.
Click on link: https://go.umd.edu/GLB-economics and fill out the registration information. Join us on Feb. 13, 2025!
Speaker: Dr. Jordan Shockley
Our speaker for this GLB will be Dr. Jordan Shockley, Associate Extension Professor, Farm Management and Poultry Specialist, with the University of Kentucky.
Dr. Shockley was born and raised in a small rural town on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. He then moved to Kentucky to attend the University of Kentucky as an undergraduate and spent 10 years in Lexington, where he received both his Masters and Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics.
Join us on Thursday, February 13, to get the latest information on the Economics of Biosecurity for Commercial Poultry Growers!
Register for this Zoom here: https://go.umd.edu/GLB-economics
click on the link and fill in the form and click the submit button after completing .
To promote and facilitate international activities in the College through collaboration with educational institutions, organizations and agencies throughout the world.
Global Community of Practice (CoP) is creating a space for faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students to collaborate, learn, access resources, and further Agriculture and Natural Resources ( AGNR) goals towards increased international engagement.
Salisbury, MD – The Eastern Shore Pest Management Conference will take place on February 11, 2025, at the Wicomico Civic Center, located at 500 Glen Ave, Salisbury, MD. This premier event brings together industry professionals for a day of insightful presentations and networking, focusing on the latest trends and techniques in pest management.
| Time | Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 - 8:00 AM | Check In | |
| 8:00 - 8:50 AM | Aquatic Weed Control | Kelly Billing, Water Becomes a Garden |
| 9:00 - 9:50 AM | What’s Going on with the Leaves? | Dave Clement, UME |
| 10:00 - 10:50 AM | Right of Way Weed Control | Dwayne Joseph, UME |
| 11:00 - 11:50 AM | Elements of a Compliant Inspection (PFA) | Sara Butcher, MDA |
| 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Lunch | |
| 1:00 - 1:50 PM | Stinging Bugs & Ouchy Plants | Emily Zobel & Ginny Rosenkranz, UME |
| 2:00 - 2:50 PM | How Effective are Organic Fertilizers and Composts in Delivering Nutrients to Turf (PFA) | Andrew Ristvey |
| 3:00 - 3:50 PM | MDA Pesticide Update |
Billy Carman, MDA |
This conference is an excellent opportunity for attendees to gain valuable continuing education credits in various categories
Reserve your spot today by following this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-eastern-shore-pest-management-conference-tickets-1091167825339
Join us for a day of learning, networking, and advancing your knowledge in pest management.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact Ginny Rosenkranz on or before (2 weeks prior to event; may adjust depending on accommodation) at (301) 226-7715 or rosnkrnz@umd.edu
