The one-hour session aims to inform participants about how the program can assist borrowers seeking to secure title to property that’s owned by multiple family members, whether those family members are known or unknown. A representative from the Farm Service Agency in Annapolis, Maryland, will provide information about the program […]

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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, […]

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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 […]

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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    

This panel will focus on the statutory tools created in the 2020 Maryland General Assembly to assist the agricultural sector in reaching the 2025 Chesapeake Bay Clean-up goals. The experts will discuss the increase in funding available via the Maryland Agricultural Water Quality Cost-Share Program, the Clean Water Commerce Act, […]

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