UMES Extension’s Herb Specialist, Henriette den Ouden, Agricultural Faculty Legal Specialist, Nicole Cook, and Food Safety Specialist, Dr. Melinda Schwarz, will walk you through UMES Extension’s new online “Help With Herb Drying in Maryland” guide.

The training will cover best practices of using and making biological soil amendments of animal origin (BSAAO), such as compost, within the context of the Produce Safety Rule. Learn more about BSAAOs and the Produce Safety Rule from perspectives from industry, cooperative extension, and regulatory agencies. Speakers will provide an […]

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About this Event: This course will be delivered remotely via Zoom in 2 half-day sessions: March 16th & March 17th, 12:30 PM – 4:45 PM Registration Includes: • Course Materials (Produce Safety Rule Grower Training Manual v1.2) • Course Certificate from the Produce Safety Alliance upon successful completion of course […]

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Each standalone workshop will cover the essentials of estate planning, as well as practical activities to assist with family communication about business matters.  Lunch will be provided. The workshop is free of charge thanks to funding from the Northeast Extension Risk Management Education Center.