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MDA KICKS OFF 2023 MANURE EDUCATION CAMPAIGN
MDA has launched its 2023 Manure Happens public education campaign to help citizens understand how and why farmers recycle manure as a crop fertilizer. This year's campaign features digital messages that carry the theme, Welcome to Farm Country. Users who tap the message will be redirected to an updated website that tells the story of how farmers use manure.
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JUMP START YOUR SPRING PLANTING
Our grants help farmers offset costs to inject liquid manure into the soil. This helps prevent nutrient runoff, reduces odors, and preserves beneficial surface residue. We pay up to $45/acre for costs associated with injecting manure. Ask about our grants to transport manure. Contact your local soil conservation district for more information.
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Watch this short YouTube video to learn how a newly installed water control structure is helping this St. Mary’s County farmer keep his soil on his field and out of the St. Mary’s River.
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LAST CALL!
Do you have an innovative conservation idea for your farm? If so, we want to hear from you. But time is running out! MDA's new Healthy Soils Competitive Fund will accept applications for financial assistance through March 3rd from qualifying farmers who want to adopt conservation practices that provide soil, water, and climate benefits.
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HAVE YOUR FILED YOUR ANNUAL REPORTING FORM?
The Nutrient Management Program reminds farmers and licensed turfgrass businesses that annual reporting forms outlining 2022 fertilizer applications were due March 1. If you have not filed your report, please do so immediately to avoid fines and penalties. Pressed or time? File your report electronically using Maryland OneStop.
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TIME IS RUNNING OUT...
Applications for MDA’s 2023 Conservation Buffer Initiative will be accepted through March 10. Don’t miss this chance to apply for attractive grants to plant streamside buffers on your farm to improve water quality. Follow the link to learn about our conservation buffer options and download an application that can be emailed to MDA.
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NEW HIRES
MDA Welcomes...
Ashby Ruddle, Nutrient Management Specialist serving Allegany, Garrett, and Washington counties.
Trista North, Public Drainage Association (PDA) Coordinator. Trisha works out of the Caroline Soil Conservation District.
WANT TO WORK FOR MDA?
Check out the latest job openings throughout the department on our website.
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For additional information on MDA conservation programs, please contact your local soil conservation district.
Photo credits: Edwin Remsberg, MDA, Shutterstock, and iStock.
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