Paul will highlight this year’s developing legal issues in agricultural, environmental, and food law from courtroom decisions, law, and policy and will let attendees know what issues to watch in 202. Presenter: Paul Goeringer, Extension Legal Specialist
Carbon credits are a growing interest in the agricultural community not only by producers but by landowners. This session will highlight the latest that is being considered on Capitol Hill along with what Marylanders need to take into account currently in the market. Presenters: Dr. Shannon Ferrell, Professor, Department of […]
Recent Maryland legislation established a local food purchasing requirement - the Certified Local Farm Enterprise Program - and the Maryland Food System Resiliency Council. Panelists will discuss what these programs are and how they aim to address supply chain and equity issues in Maryland’s food system. Presenters: Del. Lorig Charkoudian, […]
This course will be delivered in-person. Registration Includes: • Course Materials (Produce Safety Rule Grower Training Manual v1.2) • Course Certificate from the Produce Safety Alliance upon successful completion of course materials Who Should Attend? Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety […]
The course will cover an overview of conservation practices, available conservation programs provided by Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) and other agencies, understanding of application processes, eligibility, and contractual agreements, and how conservation projects can fit into an overall farm plan. For more information please contact, Dr. Sarah Hirsh, Extension […]
