Agriculture and Natural Resources

Mark Your Calendar:

(Scroll to bottom of page for Private Applicator Recertification, Pesticide Certification Training/Test and Nutrient Management Voucher Training dates. Call county offices to register. Seating may be limited.)

Lambing & Kidding School

November 21, 2009

Brochure with registration information

at Clarion (formerly known as Holiday Inn) in Waldorf, MD All topics will relate to lambing and kidding. This program will be suitable for youth and adults, beginners and experienced sheep and goat producers. This year's main speaker will be Dr. Susan Kerr, Extension Educator for Washington State University. School will be led by Susan Schoenian, MCE Specialist. Registration $45. per person. For more information (301) 934-5403.

Southern Maryland Crops Dinner Conference

December 2, 2009

4:00-8:30 p.m.

Registration Form

Attendance at this conference will satisfy the requirements for the Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification & Nutrient Management Voucher training. Location: Izaak Walton League, 4200 Gardiner Road, Waldorf, MD (Located off Poplar Hill Road). Call the University of Maryland Extension to register (301) 934-5403. Dinner will be catered. Registration $10.00.

Urban Pest Management Conference

December 3, 2009

8:00-12:00 Categories 7-A, B, C, D

1:00-5:00 Categories 3A, 3C, 6, 8

Cost to attend one session $35. Two sessions $50. Location: University of Maryland Extension, Prince George's County, 6707 Groveton Drive, Clinton, MD. To register contact: Brian Clark (301) 868-8780

Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification Training

November 17, 2009; 6:30-8:30 pm; Charles County Extension, La Plata, MD (301) 934-5403

December 2, 2009; 4:00-8:30 pm; Izaak Walton League, Waldorf, MD (FEE) (301) 934-5403

December 14, 2009; 4:00-8:00 pm; Crop & IPM; Davidsonville Rec Center, AA County (410) 222-6759

February 10, 2010; 8:00-4:00 pm; Davidsonville Ruritan (Vegetable Mtg.) AA County(410) 222-6759

March 22, 2010; 6:00-9:00 pm; Field Crop/Pasture; Davidsonville Rec Center AA County (410) 222-6759

April 23, 2010; 4:00-6:00 pm; Online Course offered through Anne Arundel Extension (410) 222-6759

Pesticide Certification Training & Certification Test

November 17, 2009; 6:30-8:30 pm; TEST; St. Mary's Extension, Leonardtown, MD (301) 475-4484

January 11, 2010; 6:00-8:00 pm; TRAINING; Davidsonville Rec Center, Anne Arundel County (410) 222-6759

January 25, 2009; 6:00-8:00 pm; TEST; Davidsonville Rec Center, Anne Arundel County (410) 222-6759

Nutrient Management Voucher Training

December 2, 2009 4:00-8:30 pm; Izaak Walton League, Waldorf, MD FEE (301) 934-5403

December 14, 2009; 6:00-9:00 pm; Crop & IPM, Davidsonville Rec Center, Anne Arundel, MD (410) 222-6759

March 22, 2010; 6:00-9:00 pm; Field Crop/Pasture, Davidsonville Rec Center, Anne Arundel, MD (410) 222-6759

April 9, 2010; 4:00-6:00 pm; ONLINE COURSE; (410) 222-6759

Agricultural Professionals

Research-based information is provided through educational programs, seminars, fact sheets, meetings, and newsletters. Specific topics include: Field and horticultural crop and livestock production, management, marketing, and farm management. Fertilization - including nutrient management planning, pest management and safe pesticide use; Conservation, protection and enhancement of water, soil and other natural resources.

Homeowners and Gardeners

Free or low-cost publications are available on home food production, lawn care, ornamentals, wells and septic systems as well as other topics. University of Maryland's soil testing lab was closed in 2003 but you can still find information on soil testing on our Home and Garden Information site. Individual phone consultation is also available 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday - Friday through the Home and Garden Information Center 1-800-342-2507.

For more information, contact Marcia Wakefield; 301-934-5403

Last updated: 11/16/2009