Edible insects will be served up April 3-6 during a series of adventurous events at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore to promote insect agriculture and the culinary art of celebrity Chef Joseph Yoon (left) of Brooklyn Bugs of New York. “I am honored to work with UMES and students like Ebony Jenkins (below, right)…Read more UMES hosts celebrity chef for series of edible insect events April 3-6
Shore native brings more than 20 years media experience to new post
Laura Benedict Sileo recently joined the University of Maryland Eastern Shore as director of agriculture communications and marketing specialist. She will work with the School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences and UMES Extension in guiding communication and marketing strategy. Sileo has more than 20 years of experience in online and print media. Most recently serving…Read more Shore native brings more than 20 years media experience to new post
Learn and practice plant propagation and seed saving at UMES Extension workshop
Small farmers and gardeners can learn about and practice plant propagation and seed saving techniques at a March 25 UMES Extension workshop. The goal of the program is to help participants become their own seed and plant source—the first step to becoming a breeder for specific plants. “Participants from our annual Small Farm Conference this…Read more Learn and practice plant propagation and seed saving at UMES Extension workshop
