The 2018 Bay Area Fruit School at the Wye Research and Education Center will be held Wednesday, February 21, 2018. University of Maryland, MDA, and USDA experts will discuss many topics, including: High density apple training and Fireblight Management of Fungal Diseases on Apples Management of Peach Bacterial Spot Herbicides for Fruit plantings Strategies for successful fruit production in …

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Topics to be discussed include an overview of weed resistant challenges, focusing on palmer amaranth, common ragweed, marestail and many others, integrated management strategies, and current research findings from area herbicide trials. Pesticide credits will be offered for this workshop. RSVP by February 20th to the Kent County Extension Office (302-730-4000).

Topics to be discussed include an overview of weed resistant challenges, focusing on palmer amaranth, common ragweed, marestail and many others, integrated management strategies, and current research findings from area herbicide trials. Pesticide credits will be offered for this workshop. Lunch will be served at 12pm. RSVP by February 19th to the St. Mary's County …

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Topics to be discussed include an overview of weed resistant challenges, focusing on palmer amaranth, common ragweed, marestail and many others, integrated management strategies, and current research findings from area herbicide trials. Pesticide credits will be offered for this workshop. RSVP by February 20th to the Frederick County Extension Office (301-600-3576 or mjmorris@umd.edu).

Friday, February 23, 2018 6:30PM Catered by Thompson's Seafood $30

“The workshop is a one-stop-shop opportunity for farmers to get a lot of information in a short amount of time from a variety of experts who will cover the general business and legal concerns many farmers encounter and what they need to be aware of in operating a farm business,” said Nicole Cook, environmental and agricultural …

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Open to all Farm Bureau members

Open to all Farm Bureau members. This event is hosted by the Maryland Farm Bureau. Representatives from the State Highway Administration, Maryland State Police, and Maryland Vehicle Administration will be on hand to answer questions. Updated Farm Trucking Manuals will be available. Discuss the issues facing farmers on rural roads and state highways. Hear firsthand …

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Join us for our Annual Farm Bureau Banquet! 5PM Social Hour - 6PM Dinner $30/member     $35/non-member     1 free ticket with any new membership!

Open to all Farm Bureau members. This event is hosted by the Maryland Farm Bureau. Representatives from the State Highway Administration, Maryland State Police, and Maryland Vehicle Administration will be on hand to answer questions. Updated Farm Trucking Manuals will be available. Discuss the issues facing farmers on rural roads and state highways. Hear firsthand …

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