New Updates to the Nutrient Management Program
University of Maryland Extension (UME) has launched an enhanced nutrient management planning process designed to adapt to modern farming practices and operations that better align with Maryland’s agricultural regulations and environmental goals.
Moving forward, UME will now administer and coordinate statewide nutrient management planning following the finalization of the agreement between the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) and the Maryland Department of Agriculture.
Position Announcement
Coordinator (Nutrient Management Advisor) Statewide
University of Maryland Extension (UME) Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Program seeks candidates for a 12-month Agricultural Nutrient Management Program (ANMP) Nutrient Management Advisor. ANMP Nutrient Management Advisors develop nutrient management plans for agricultural producers to balance nutrient inputs with crop requirements, thus optimizing production potential, improving farm profitability, reducing excess nutrient inputs into the Chesapeake Bay and enabling producers to comply with the State of Maryland’s Water Quality Improvement Act of 1998.
Three positions are open:
- Anne Arundel County (position number 129697)
- Carroll County (position number 129416)
- Charles County (position number 129417)
Responsibilities Include:
- Develop and deliver nutrient management plans using specially designed software and software applications.
- Explain nutrient management planning and plans to agricultural producers.
- Perform phosphorus-loss risk assessments when required.
- Communicate proper soil and manure sampling techniques for agricultural producers and advise soil and manure collection procedures.
- Sample and analyze soils for nitrate-related tests.
- Demonstrate and train agricultural producers in equipment calibration and crop yield measurements.
Best consideration date: September 8, 2024.
For more information and to apply, go to the ejobs website.
Persistence Creek Farm of Maryland has been selected as the recipient of the inaugural Maryland Leopold Conservation Award®. The award is given to farmers, ranchers and forestland owners across the U.S. in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold.
Kevin and Lauren Warring’s Persistence Creek Farm is a grain, seafood and timber business in Charles County, in the southern part of the state. The Warrings were presented with the $10,000 award at the Maryland Farm Bureau’s Annual Convention in Cambridge on Dec. 6, 2021.
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Who Needs Nutrient Management?
You need a Nutrient Management Plan if you produce $2,500.00 in gross annual income from your agricultural operation annually OR have 8 animal units or more (animal units vary depending on species.) Call: Francis Warring, Nutrient Management Advisor (301) 934-5403 / DC Area (301) 753-8195.
Overview of the Agricultural Nutrient Management Program
UME's Agricultural Nutrient Management Program
Annual Implementation Report forms and instructions
Information about nutrient management training for certified plan writers and voucher holders
Information on laws regulating agricultural nutrient management in Maryland
Stress Management for Farm Families
The University of Maryland Extension Farm Stress Management Team provides education and outreach on topics related to mental and physical wellness for farmers, families, and communities. Specifically, we focus on developing resources to alleviate stressors driven by financial, legal, or mental health issues.
Free Therapy Sessions for farm families. For more information. go to Farm Stress Management.
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For more information, contact:
Hayden Schug
Principal Agent
Agriculture and Food Systems Educator
301-226-7502
hschug@umd.edu
Vacant
Coordinator, Nutrient Management Advisor
301-226-7500