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AGRICULTURE
Educating People to Help Themselves
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BALTIMORE COUNTY OFFICE • 1114 Shawan Road, Suite 2, Cockeysville, MD 21030 • 410-887-8090 • FAX 410-785-5950
April 2017
In this IssueEquine Pasture Management Seminar 1New Area Director in Baltimore County 1Calibrating Your Manure Spreader 2Weed Management Resources 22017 Mid-Atlantic Field Crop Weed Management Guide → Free – low resolution PDF 2Additional Weed Management Guides 2Miss Baltimore County Farm Bureau Contest 3Grow it Eat it Preserve it Series 3Western and Northern Maryland Agriculture Needs Assessment Survey Needs Your Input 3University of MD Extension Master Gardeners Plant Sale 4University of MD Extension Homesteading Series 4University of MD Extension Master Gardeners Spring Gardening Series 4Hereford Jr Farm Fair 4Master Garden Fest 4Pasture Walk 54-H is Hiring in Baltimore County a 4-H Youth Development, Tenure-Track Agent 5Spring Planting Field Demos 572nd Annual Hereford Jr. Farm Fair 6Upcoming Program Dates 6
University of Maryland Extension is offering an evening equine seminar focused on nutrient management and pasture management. Speakers include Dr. Amy Burk, equine specialist at the University of Maryland; she will be speaking on setting up and managing a rotational grazing system. Dr. Lester Vough, forage
Equine Pasture Management SeminarApril 20, 2017 5:30 pm - 8:30 pmBaltimore County Extension Office
specialist (emeritus) from the University of Maryland, will be giving a presentation on pasture establishment and renovation. Finally, representatives from MDA and Soil Conservation District will speak on nutrient management and conservation options and programs available for
pastureland. Registration for the program is $10 in advance (before April 17), $15 at the door, and includes a hot dinner. Please register by calling the Harford County Extension Office at (410) 638-3255, or e-mail [email protected]. Checks can be made payable to: “HC EAC.”
www.extension.umd.edu/baltimore-county
New Area Director in Baltimore County
University of Maryland Extension Baltimore County has a new face in the office. Ms. Mickey Love is an advanced business and marketing professional with more than 25 years of nonprofit and for profit experience encompassing program development; financial management
and fundraising; staff and volunteer oversight; public relations; strategic planning; and facility management. Prior to joining Extension in February 2017, her accomplishments have included consistent and effective interaction
with state and local government officials, organizations and community leadership to accomplish the program objectives
of the organizations she served. A hallmark of her career was the successful $1.9 million capital fundraising project for the renovation of an historic 14,000 square-foot facility, which became the new location for the Dorchester Center for the Arts. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Penn State University, and a Master of Arts in Arts Administration from the Savannah College of Art and Design.
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Calibrating Your Manure SpreaderSpring is upon us and many folks are starting to
spread their winter manure. Before spreading your manure it is important to properly calibrate your manure spreader to minimize the potential for over or under applying nutrients to a crop.
The Maryland Department of Agriculture requires that operators document each time a spreader calibration is completed. Keep those records with your nutrient management plan as the inspector may ask to see them when auditing your plan. The documentation needs to include the calculations you used to determine the nutrient rate.
There are two common methods for calibrating manure spreaders:• Weight-area method - This method is appropriate
when dealing with solid manure. The use of the weight-area method is not advisable for calibrating spinner spreaders applying poultry litter because a portion of the litter often slides beyond the collection surface. This method involves spreading manure on a collection surface of known dimensions, weighing the manure on the collection surface, and calculating the application rate. The application rate is then converted to a per-acre basis.
• Load-area method - This is a reliable method when using spreading solid manure, liquid manure, or poultry litter. The load-area method is more accurate for poultry litter. This method involves spreading several loads of manure on the field, measuring the area, and then calculating the manure application rate for that area. The application rate is then converted to a per-acre basis
For either method, it is important to keep the spreader and tractor settings consistent when calibrating and applying manure, as any change in equipment settings or ground speed will change the application rate. Spreaders must also be re-calibrated if the density or consistency of the manure changes.
Contact your Nutrient Management Advisor, Erika Taylor today to help calibrate your manure spreader or visit http://ter.ps/nmce for detailed instructions.
Weed Management ResourcesVegetable
Mid-Atlantic Commercial Vegetable Production Recommendationshttp://extension.udel.edu/ag/vegetable-fruit-resources/commercial-vegetable-production-recommendations
2017 Mid-Atlantic Field Crop Weed Management Guide → Free – low resolution PDF
https://cdn.extension.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/15080640/AGRS-136-Low-Res-Weed-Mgmt-Guide.pdf
Additional Weed Management GuidesHerbicide Classification by Mode of Action (effect on plant growth)
This chart groups herbicides by their modes of action to assist you in selecting herbicides
1) to maintain greater diversity in herbicide use and 2) to rotate among effective herbicides with different
sites of action to delay the development of herbicide resistance.
This chart lists premix herbicides alphabetically by their trade names so you can identify the premix’s component herbicides and their respective site-of-action groups.
REPEATED USE OF HERBICIDES WITH THE SAME SITE OF ACTION CAN RESULT IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF HERBICIDE-RESISTANT WEED POPULATION
• Take Action, Herbicide Classification Chart to download reference chart…click or retype link.https://cdn.extension.udel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/31094941/2016_Take-Action-Herbicide-chart.pdf
Palmer Amaranth Control in Crop Landhttps://s3.amazonaws.com/udextension/ag/files/2015/03/WF21-PalmerAmaranth_15rv.pdf Amaranth Control in Cropland
Social Media Marketing Developing a Social Media Presence’Date: May 2, 2017Time: 9 am – noon and 12:30 pm – 3:30 pmLocation: Wye Research and Education Center Queenstown, MD
Mid-Atlantic Aronia Growers Association is sponsoring a social media training event. Please come join us as Kim Rush Lynch, University
of Maryland Agricultural Marketing Specialist, offers a guide to breaking into the social media world of marketing.
This program will be provided to attendees in two parts. In the morning program beginners will have a social media tour. The afternoon session will continue with an
intermediate program for those who have recently entered the social media world of marketing.
Bring a lap-top computer, or any device to access the internet. If you do not have a laptop computer, one will be furnished for you, but numbers are limited. Also, please brown bag
your lunch. We will have water available.
The cost of this event will be $10 for each of the programs and free for MAAGA members. Please register by calling Debby Dant at 410-827-8056 x115, or by email: [email protected]
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Miss Baltimore County Farm Bureau ContestLooking For Contestants!
Are you interested in competing in the Miss Baltimore County Farm Bureau Contest? See if you meet the criteria:• 16-19 years
old (not to be age 20 before the state contest on August 24, 2017)
• Parents must be a member or join Baltimore County Farm Bureau ($60 membership fee) or you can join independently if over 18
• Have involvement or good understanding of the ag industry
• The winner must be able to attend a three-day orientation on August 7-9.
The winner will receive $500. Additional monetary prizes will be awarded to the runners up. The winner will participate by helping with awards at events like the Baltimore County 4H Fair between July 13th and 15th and help promote agriculture throughout the year! Miss Baltimore County Farm Bureau will compete in the Miss Maryland Agriculture Contest at the State Fair, which is held August 24th. The winner of Miss Maryland Agriculture receives a scholarship worth over $10,000.
Throughout the year, Miss Baltimore County Farm Bureau will meet people in all walks of life, make new friends across the State, speak at events and experience many new prospects. It is a wonderful opportunity to share with the public everything about the agriculture industry.
For an application contact: The BCFB Office, 410-823-1789 or [email protected] Deadline for application is June 12, 2017.
Miss Baltimore County Farm Bureau Contest July 13th MD State Fairgrounds (Baltimore County 4-H Fair) Time: 4:30 pm Miss Contest
After the contest, stay for the 4H family picnic! More information: www.baltimorecounty4hfair.org/picnic.html
Farm Bureau Baltimore County
Western and Northern Maryland Agriculture Needs Assessment Survey Needs Your Input
The University of Maryland Extension (UME) is committed to providing quality services for members of our agricultural community. In order to help UME an Agriculture Needs Assessment has been created to understand issues concerning Western and Northern Maryland agriculture, identify agricultural and educational needs and to focus UME training and resources.
The survey has four main sections 1) industry priorities, concerns and viability, 2) research and education needs, 3) education and training preferences and 4) demographic and farm information. Click on the web link to access the survey http://tinyurl.com/l57kv3o.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey and providing input for Agriculture and Natural Resource Programming. It will be open until May 31, 2017. Should you have any questions or additional comments please contact Dave Martin at 410-887-8090.
Grow It Eat It Preserve It
Led by Shauna Henley, PhD
Hands-on cooking skills to prepare, process, and preserve your homegrown bounty.
• Create your own jar• Pickles• Jams & Jellies• Pie filling • Vegetables and more...
All experience levels welcomedPrivate group classes offeredCost: $20Registration Required. For more information or disability accommodations, please call 410-887-8090.
Location: Baltimore County Extension Office 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030 410-887-8090 https://gieipi2017.eventbrite.comSchedule:4/15/17 Strawberry Jam (The Strawberry Jam
class only is located at Sollers Point Public Library, 323 Sollers Point Rd., Dundalk, Maryland 21222. Please call the library to register for this class only. 410-887-2485)
5/16/17 6 pm - 8:30 pm Strawberry Jam6/13/17 6 pm - 8:30 pm Raspberry Jam6/27/17 6 pm - 10:00 pm Asparagus7/25/17 6 pm - 8:30 pm Low Sodium Pickles8/22/17 6 pm - 8:30 pm Low Sugar Peach Halves9/5/17 6 pm - 8:30 pm Tomato-apple Chutney9/19/17 6 pm - 8:30 pm Apple Butter
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72nd Annual Hereford Jr. Farm FairAugust 4, 2017, 6:30 pm andAugust 5, 2017, 9 am to 3 pmBaltimore County youths showcasing their animals and
indoor exhibits including: food, photography, vegetables, flowers, arts & crafts and more.
Friday, August 4, 6:30 pm is the pet showSaturday, August 5, 9 am - 3 pm are all of the animal
shows and indoor exhibits on display.All visitors welcome and Baltimore County youths are
encouraged to participate. For more information to to: www.herefordjrfarmfair.com
The Hereford Jr. Farm Fair is held annually in August and is located at the Baltimore County Center for Maryland Agriculture, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030.
University of Maryland Extension Baltimore County Master Gardeners Master Garden Fest August 5th 10 am - 2 pmActivities include:• Scavenger hunts • Fun with herbs• Garden ideas and answers
• Children’s crafts and activities
• Worm composting
• Heirloom tomato tasting• Busy Bee Pollen Hunt
Fest Fest MASTER GARDEN
August 1st 10 am to 2 pm1114 Shawan Road in Cockeysville
May 1 America’s Story of the Tomato Barbara Melara, Landreth Seed Company
June 5 The Impact of Invasive Species on Our Landscape Vanessa Beauchamp, Towson University
Location: 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030 Time: 7-9 pm
Registration Required. Lectures are $25 each. Registration: To sign up online go to https://mgsgs17.eventbrite.com or you can register at the door with cash or check made out to BCEAC.
Educational Opportunities• “Ask A Master Gardener”• Visit the Demonstration Gardens and learn about: Grow It Eat It, Bay-Wise and Backyard Composting
University of Maryland Extension Baltimore County Master Gardeners Plant Sale
University of Maryland Extension Baltimore County Master Gardeners Spring Gardening Series
SaturdayMay 13
Plant Sale
Location: Baltimore County Ag Center and Farm Park Date: May 13, 2017 Time: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Types of Plants • Perennials for Sun and Shade
• Native Perennials & Grasses
• Vegetables • Flowers • Butterfly-friendly Plants• Trees and Shrubs
Notes• Cash or Check Only. No Credit Cards.
• Bring carts, wagons, boxes and bags!
• For more information contact Alexa McCullen at [email protected]
Registration Required. Lectures $15 each For more information or disability accommodations, please call 410-887-8090 Registration: https://uh17.eventbrite.com
University of Maryland Extension Urban Homesteading SeriesMay 17 Container Gardening for the Small Space Farmer 6:30-8:30 pm Baltimore City Extension OfficeJune 10 Foraging for Edible Wild Plants and Weeds 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Baltimore County Ag CenterJuly 12 Mushrooms Grow Your Own 6:30-8:30 pm Baltimore County Ag CenterAugust 12 Canning 101 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Baltimore City Extension OfficeSeptember 20 Compost: Tips for success 6:30-8:30 pm Baltimore City Extension OfficeOctober 14 Microgreens & Sprouts: Easy-to-Grow Superfoods Johnson Square 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Baltimore City Extension Office
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Spring Planting Field DemosDelay the Burn See More Cash Crop Benefits by Keeping Your Cover Crops Alive Longer
A Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Demonstration Project
9:30 – 11:00 a.m.April 18Harford CountyClear Meadow Farm3114 Troyer Rd White Hall, MD 21161RSVP: https://fielddemoharford.eventbrite.com
FREE• Soil health & cover crop latest research• Planting demo in high-residue test strip (tentative)• Evaluate seed/soil contact, depth, spacing• New hands-on field evaluation tool• Experts on hand for questionsNo farmer wants their cover crops to grow big
enough to interfere with their planting operation, but there are some big benefits still to be had from as few as two more weeks of growth past the average burn-down date. These include moisture retention during dry spells, more organic matter, less compaction, more rainwater infiltration, and an increase in the amount of Nitrogen that stays in the soil profile. Most recent model planters can easily handle up to several additional weeks of grass cover crop growth.
Look for summer field day dates to be announced soon.
4-H is Hiring in Baltimore County a 4-H Youth Development, Tenure-Track Agent
UM Extension-Baltimore County office. The individual will conduct Youth, Families and Community programming; Master’s degree required. Must apply online: www.ejobs.umd.edu, position #103427. For best consideration apply by 05/05/2017. AA/EOE
The Extension office in conjunction with the Baltimore County Soil Conservation District will kick off fall season with a pasture walk at the Baltimore County Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. This informal hands-on-pasture management discussion will begin at 6:45 pm rain or shine. The pasture walk is open to anyone with livestock and or questions about establishing or maintaining pastures. The focus of the talk will be on hay and hay quality.
If interested in attending the pasture walk or for more information please contact the University of Maryland Extension office at 410-887-8090 or email Dave Martin at [email protected].
Pasture walk scheduleMay 3 (6:45 – 8:30 pm rain or shine) Location: 1114 Shawan Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030 Topics: Hay evaluation, pasture management and
rotational grazing for livestock
Pasture Walk2017
Upcoming Program DatesApr. 20 Equine Pasture Management Seminar
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm at 1114 Shawan Road Cockeysville, MD 21030
Apr. 18 Spring Planting Field Demos 9:30 – 11:00 am at Clear Meadow Farm 3114 Troyer Rd White Hall, MD 21161
May 1 Master Gardener Spring Gardening Series: America’s Story of the Tomato Barbara Melara, Landreth Seed Company 7:00 – 9:00 pm at 1114 Shawan Road Cockeysville, MD 21030
May 2 Social Media Marketing Developing a Social Media Presence 9 am – noon and 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm at the Wye Research and Education Center Queenstown, MD
May 3 Pasture Walk 6:45 – 8:30 pm rain or shine at 1114 Shawan Road Cockeysville, MD 21030
May 13 Baltimore County Master Gardeners Plant Sale 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at 1114 Shawan Road Cockeysville, MD 21030
University of Maryland ExtensionBaltimore County Office 1114 Shawan Road, Suite 2Cockeysville, MD 21030
May 16 Grow it Eat it Preserve it Series: Strawberry Jam 6:00 – 8:30 pm at 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030
May 17 Urban Homesteading Series: Container Gardening for the Small Space Farmer 6:30-8:30 pm at Baltimore City Extension Office
June 5 Master Gardener Spring Gardening Series: The Impact of Invasive Species on Our Landscape Vanessa Beauchamp, Towson University 7:00 – 9:00 pm at 1114 Shawan Road Cockeysville, MD 21030
June 10 Urban Homesteading Series: Foraging for Edible Wild Plants and Weeds 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at 1114 Shawan Road Cockeysville, MD 21030
June 13 Grow it Eat it Preserve it Series: Raspberry Jam 6:00 – 8:30 pm at 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030
July 13- Baltimore County 4-H Fair Maryland State Fairgrounds July 15