Aronia berries at UMES’ Research, Extension and Teaching Farm were ripe for picking Aug. 14 and the community was invited to participate. UMES Extension’s Small Farm Program hosted an Aronia berry picking contest as part of a full-day event to learn about its nutritional value, cultivation and uses in jams, wine, and even dyes for…Read more Aronia berry picking event proves fun and educational
‘Real farm research’ for agribusiness success, UMES hosts Ag Showcase
This summer’s record-breaking heat took a hiatus Aug. 6 as over 200 farmers gathered at UMES’ Research, Extension and Teaching Farm for the fifth annual Ag Showcase. The free event held in partnership with Simplot Grower Solutions and Atlantic Tractor offered an opportunity for agricultural producers to learn the latest in research and results for…Read more ‘Real farm research’ for agribusiness success, UMES hosts Ag Showcase
At UMES Aronia berry picking contest, learn about jam, winemaking and more
Aronia berries at UMES’ Research, Extension and Teaching Farm are ready to pick and the community is invited to participate Thursday, Aug. 14. The University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s Small Farm Program is hosting an Aronia berry picking contest as part of a full-day event to learn about its nutritional value, cultivation and uses in…Read more At UMES Aronia berry picking contest, learn about jam, winemaking and more
