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MDA LAUNCHES AGROFORESTRY EDUCATION CAMPAIGN
MDA has launched a new public awareness campaign to educate farmers about the benefits of planting trees. The campaign highlights the department’s comprehensive range of tree-planting incentives, which support various soil health and agroforestry practices. These practices combine farming and forestry to create healthier conditions for people, animals, and crops.
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Check out our new 30-second public service announcement! Discover how MDA's tree-planting and agroforestry incentive programs can help you increase farm income, enhance soil and herd health, and safeguard local streams and natural resources. It's a win-win for your farm and the environment.
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NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT AIRs DUE MARCH 1
MDA reminds farmers that Annual Implementation Reports (AIRs) for 2024 nutrient applications are due by March 1. Regulated farmers can file their AIRs electronically through Maryland OneStop. A mail-in option is also available for those who prefer paper reports. Paper reporting forms were mailed to all regulated farmers in mid-January and are available for download on the department’s website.
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UPDATE YOUR NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLAN WORKSHOPS
Have you updated your nutrient management plan for the upcoming cropping season? Do you need help getting started? Nutrient Management Specialists from the University of Maryland Extension will be on hand to assist you in updating your nutrient management plan at various locations across Maryland on multiple dates beginning February 10.
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SADDLE UP AND RIDE ON OVER!
Please join the Montgomery Soil Conservation District for its annual Winter Equine Seminar on February 20 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood. You'll enjoy an evening of networking and presentations from industry experts. Topics include Know Your Hay Before You Pay, Equine Learning and Behavior, and Choosing the Right Material for Your Arena. Dinner is provided, but space is limited, so please reserve your spot today!
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YOU'RE INVITED!
The St. Mary’s Soil Conservation District will hold its 70th annual Cooperator's Meeting on February 21 at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department in Lexington Park. Dinner will be served, and we will honor our 2024 Cooperator of the Year. Please reserve your spot by February 14. You can pay by check or credit card. Questions? Please contact the District at 301-475-8402, ext. 3. We look forward to seeing you there!
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RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT HOWARD COUNTY'S MID-WINTER AG MEETING
Join us on March 18 at the Howard County Fairgrounds Dining Hall for our mid-winter Ag Meeting. Enjoy a light meal and discussions on deer management, slug damage, right-to-farm, and Nutrient Management updates. This free event offers two (2) Nutrient Management CEUs. To register, please call the Howard Soil Conservation District at 410-313-0680. You can also email kmccormick@howardcountymd.gov with questions. |
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NEW ONLINE RESOURCES FOR HIGHLY PATHOGENIC AVIAN INFLUENZA
A new online resource for commercial chicken growers and backyard flock owners is available to address the ongoing challenges posed by Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). This initiative, a collaboration of UME, MDA, the Delaware Cooperative Extension, the Delaware Department of Agriculture, and the Delmarva Chicken Association, is your source for up-to-date info on HPAI.
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URBAN FARMER WINTER MEETING
You're invited to the 8th Annual Urban Farmer Winter Meeting on March 23 from 2 pm to 6 pm at the Allen AME Church in Baltimore. This event, organized by the University of Maryland Extension, is a professional development opportunity where you will learn about the latest local issues and research findings.
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Colin McAllister is the new Nutrient Management Specialist serving Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. He can be reached at colin.mcallister2@maryland.gov
Matt Marker has joined the Nutrient Management Program as a Nutrient Management Specialist. You can reach him at matthew.marker@maryland.gov
Nicole Nagy joins the Nutrient Management Program as a data entry specialist for AIRs and CAFOs. Nicole can be reached at nicole.nagy@maryland.gov
Shannon Rotella is the new Training Coordinator for the Nutrient Management Program. Her email address is shannon.rotella@maryland.gov
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NEED HELP WITH A CONSERVATION PROJECT?
Please contact your local soil conservation district for additional information on MDA conservation programs, grants, and services.
WANT TO WORK FOR MDA?
Check out the latest job openings on our website.
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