When Mary Bowen, owner of Browsing Green Goats, set a herd of goats to browse on a Somerset County property to clear unwanted vegetation around a pond near the river, it was with 15 years of experience and a partnership with UMES Extension’s Dr. E. Nelson Escobar behind her. Yes, that’s right, goats are browsers,…Read more Goats help save Chesapeake Bay? Animals reduce reliance on herbicides
Agritourism workshop to be held in Ellicott City
Small-scale farmers interested in expanding their agribusiness to include farm experiences can attend a destination agritourism workshop to Mary’s Land Farm in Ellicott City, Maryland. The full day visit is organized by UMES Extension and takes place Sept. 5. “The owners will share their experiences starting and managing a successful agritourism operation. Mary’s Land Farm…Read more Agritourism workshop to be held in Ellicott City
Learn about alley cropping benefits at on-site workshops, free in Aug.
Field days arranged by UMES Extension will explore alley cropping sites on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The free events take place from 8:30-11 a.m. Aug. 2 in Federalsburg, Aug. 4 in Crisfield, Aug. 9 in Westover and Aug. 12 in Princess Anne. Alley cropping involves planting vegetables or herbs between rows of fruit trees or shrubs,…Read more Learn about alley cropping benefits at on-site workshops, free in Aug.
Beginners session to learn about and visit the UMES Herb Garden
Summer blooms are on vibrant display at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Herb Garden. Herb specialist Henriette den Ouden (far left) is offering a free guided walk through the garden Saturday, July 26, to learn about medicinal herbs. Participants will experience the herbs by seeing, smelling and tasting them, she said. The visit also…Read more Beginners session to learn about and visit the UMES Herb Garden
