In spring 2022, the Maryland Food Bank’s director of nutrition, Kate Long, presented UMES Extension’s alternative crop specialist with a proposal; assist farmers in cultivating non-native crops to supply two food pantries on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The growers would be compensated helping to diversify their farm, while filling a growing demand for vegetables that a…Read more Alternative Crop Program helps farmers turn profit, provide ‘taste of home’
Learn how to cultivate mushrooms to add to your small farm operation
Looking to add a revenue stream to your agribusiness? UMES Extension in collaboration with The Bay Mushrooms in Dorchester County, Maryland, is hosting a workshop on growing mushrooms. The hands-on, information-packed event takes place Saturday, March 8, at the Federalsburg farm from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Farm operator and plant pathologist Jose Prieto will…Read more Learn how to cultivate mushrooms to add to your small farm operation
UMES Extension debuts reimagined beekeeping program
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore rings in the new year with a reimagined Honeybee Keeping/Apiary Program. Beekeeper and program assistant Stephen Goewey (at left) recently joined UMES Extension and is planning a full slate of classes and workshops. Offerings will range from beginners to ones for experienced beekeepers who want to hone their skills…Read more UMES Extension debuts reimagined beekeeping program
