Soybean Board Elects New Executive Committee Chair
The United Soybean Board elected new leaders as Mark Eck of Henderson was chosen as chair, representing a 62 member volunteer board. Doug from Shayton Minnesota was elected as the vice chair. Contact numbers provided for more information.
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Execuive
Henderson
Mark Eck
Wes
Doug
Shayton
Minn
Grangers to Gather for National Conference Plan
New Market Grangers plan to join a national conven tion to discuss and decide on becoming one of 200 Action Oranges in the nation. John Thompson to review program requirements and lead the presentation at the November gathering.
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New Market Grangers
Bey Smithy Gs
Mae
New Market Linen
John Thompson
Mainland Agricultural Land Preservation Board Meeting Planned
The Mainland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation board of trustees will meet Tuesday January 16 in the first floor conference room of the Maryland Department of Agriculture in Annapolis. The agenda covers district petitions district and easement amendments policy issues and general information. For more information call 410 841 5700.
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Mainland Agricultural Land Preservaon Foundation
Maryland Department of Agriculture
Annapolis
Soil conservationists to meet in Annapolis with public access
The State Soil Conservation Committee will meet at 3:35 pm on Monday January 22 at the Radisson Hotel in Annapolis. The session runs with the Maryland Association of Soil Conservation Districts Winter Meeting and focuses on soil conservation and water quality program implementation and policy development. For more information contact Lowse Lawrence at 410.
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State Soil Conservation Committee
Radisson
Annapolis
Maryland Association of Soil Conservation Districts
Lowse Lawrence
Pest conference planned by Maryland association group
The Frederick Area Landscape Contractors and Nurserymen's Association and Maryland Cooperative Extension announce a pest management conference from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday January 31 at the Urbana Firehall. Registration starts 7:15 a.m. The $35 fee covers recertification for commercial pesticide applicators. Topics include low maintenance ground covers weed control drought resistant plants pond management nutrient management and right of way weed control. Contact John Bradshaw at 301-473-5678 for details and send registrations to FALCAN 6310 Ed Crone Lane Frederick MD 21703.
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Frederick Area
John Bradshaw
Falcan
Crone Lane
Frederick
World Dairy Expo seeks outstanding readers awards nominees
Nominations are open for World Dairy Expo annual recognition awards. Nominations due Thursday February 1 in Madison Wisconsin. Winners will be honored at the Dinner with the Stars during World Dairy Expo October 3 to 7 in Madison. Call 608-224-6455 for information.
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Rie
Winter Livestock Care Tips For Harsh Weather
Winter management ties to expected returns as native feed is scarce. provide exercise, shelter, and roughage access. Use tall fescue, hay quality sequencing, and good shelter to prevent cold stress. feed poor quality hay first and reserve better hay for peak winter need. Leguminous hays, straw, and wheat straw support a solid winter ration for sheep and cattle.
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Akeo
Winter gathering of Frederick County Farm Bureau Women
Frederick County Farm Bureau Women’s Committee held its annual Christmas luncheon with officers and directors arranged in three rows. In front, Evelyn Gaver and Audrey Wolfe sit as corresponding and recording secretaries, Evelyn Wilcom is chair, Shirley Zimmerman is vice chair, and Karen Rhoderick is a new director. Second row features Peggy Long and Pam Sayior as new directors with Elaine Brandenburg as director. Back row includes Mary Sue Grossnickle, Paula Fry as new director, and Cindy Rhoderick, among others.
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Frederick County Farm Bureau Women’s Committee
Evelyn Gaver
Audrey Wolfe
Evelyn Wilcom
Shirley Zimmerman
Karen Rhoderick
Peggy Long
Shirley Enfield
Jane Smith
Brenda Nowell
Pam Sayior
Elaine Brandenburg
Mary Sue Grossnickle
Paula Fry
Cindy Rhoderick
Salisbury family win Take Pride to America Award
Barry and Ted Salisbury with their children Caroline and Lake are named Take Pride to America Award winners for the Catoctin Soil Conservation District. The ceremony highlighted their efforts in soil and watershed stewardship.
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Barry
Ted Salisbury
Beck
Caroline
Lake
Catoctin
Erosion control devices guide for Frederick County sites
The guide describes silt fences and geotextile barriers used to filter runoff from disturbed areas, noting strength and limitations for high flow. It explains earth dikes, straw bales, stabilized entrances, and inlet protection, with contact details for the Catoctin and Frederick Soil Conservation Districts for more information.
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Frederick County
Catoctin and
Frederick Soil Conservation
Agriculture calendar highlights January events and meetings
A condensed calendar lists January and February farm events across Maryland and nearby states. Highlights include the National Western Stock Show in Denver, New Market Grange meetings, Farming for Profit conferences, soil conservation district meetings in Frederick and Annapolis, a biotechnology conference, and several pest, milking, and dairy-related sessions.
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Denver
Colo
New Market
New Market Grange Hall
Ramada Inn
Erstown
Catoctin
Urbana Firehall
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Soil Conservationists
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Harkera America
Laurie Serva
Maryland Agriculture
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Glen Burnie
Frederick County Holstein Association
Walkersville Fire Hall
Walter Hopkins