The conference is sponsored by the University of Maryland Extension and local agribusiness firms and organizations for those involved in agriculture to meet and discuss common problems and hear from experts on the latest in agricultural production and management. Timely topics scheduled for the 2021 conference include: Local Soil Fertility Issues, Farm Stress Management, Fungicide and Growth Promoter Use in Soybeans, Palmer Amaranth Management, Updates on the MD Noxious Weed Law, and Updates on Local Fertility and Pest Issues. Participants will have the opportunity to visit sponsor exhibits and talk with company representatives. Attendance at this program will fulfill the requirements for Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification and Nutrient Management Voucher Training. Come and join other Southern Maryland farmers and industry representatives for “news you can use”.
The registration fee of $15.00 includes a catered dinner. For further information call your local Southern Maryland Extension office or (301) 934-5403. Register by November 19 to ensure dinner availability. If you need special assistance to participate in the Southern Maryland Crops Dinner, please contact Ben Beale, University of Maryland Extension, at 301-475-4484 by November 13, 2021. Use the Maryland Relay Service at 7-1-1 for text telephone service to our voice number.
In accordance with local regulations, all participants will be required to wear a mask or other face covering while indoors at the meeting to limit the potential spread of COVID-19.
