A UMES researcher is calling attention to seasonal outbreaks of salmonella in backyard poultry, which is on the rise. Some cases are resistant to antibiotics. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 184 cases in 31 states to date since Feb. 26, 2026, with illness from salmonella traced to contact with backyard chickens. It…Read more UMES researcher weighs in on salmonella in backyard chickens
Childcare center’s ‘Miss Audrey’ earns her master’s degree
For more than 20 years, lead childcare specialist Audrey Spence has been a familiar face for children attending the Child and Family Development Center (CFDC) on the University of Maryland Eastern Shore campus and their parents, who all affectionately refer to her as “Miss Audrey.” After this week’s commencement ceremony, everyone can call her a master’s graduate…Read more Childcare center’s ‘Miss Audrey’ earns her master’s degree
Md. Sen. McCray to speak at UMES Spring Commencement
The Honorable Cory McCray of the Maryland State Senate will address the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s 2026 graduating class during the spring commencement ceremony on May 15 at 10 a.m. in the university’s William P. Hytche Athletic Center. “The UMES community is honored to have the Honorable Cory McCray as commencement speaker for our…Read more Md. Sen. McCray to speak at UMES Spring Commencement
UMES 73rd Honors Convocation: Meet the SANS honorees
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore recognized its top students for 2025 spring and fall semesters at the 73rd annual Honors Convocation held on April 2, 2026. The following students from the School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences’ three academic departments were honored at the convocation. School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences Award of Excellence…Read more UMES 73rd Honors Convocation: Meet the SANS honorees
Maryland Forest Service joins UMES for Earth Day celebration
Earth Day 2025 started out with the proverbial April shower, but quickly cleared to a brilliant, sunny spring day in time for the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s observance. Each year, the university enlists the help of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service for a tree planting to maintain its designation as an…Read more Maryland Forest Service joins UMES for Earth Day celebration
UMES welcomes new director of agricultural research
Dr. Vagner Benedito, professor of biochemical genetics and plant physiology, is the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s new associate dean for 1890 Research Programs and associate director of the UMES Agricultural Experiment Station. He holds a dual appointment in the School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences to conduct research and manage the UMES-AES, including activities…Read more UMES welcomes new director of agricultural research
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
Learn beekeeping basics with UMES Extension in January
Want to learn about beekeeping? UMES Extension is offering a beginner’s class Saturday, Jan. 25, to learn the basics of bee biology, hive management and the tools needed to care for a healthy colony. “Whether you’re looking to start your own apiary or simply curious about the role bees play in our ecosystem, this class…Read more Learn beekeeping basics with UMES Extension in January
UMES winter webinar series and field day focus on medicinal herbs
Learn what you need to know about growing medicinal herbs during a free, four-part UMES Extension webinar series this winter. Participants should plan on viewing all sessions in order to apply the knowledge they have grasped at a culminating, hands-on field day in spring. “If you are considering growing herbs for value-added products or…Read more UMES winter webinar series and field day focus on medicinal herbs
UMES land-grant scholar ready to join agriculture workforce
Cameron Hill will be crossing the stage Dec. 13 with about 200 fellow graduates as the University of Maryland Eastern Shore celebrates its 2024 Winter Commencement. Hill took advantage of the UMES Land-grant Scholarship to make earning a bachelor’s degree in general agriculture a reality. “If it weren’t for this scholarship, I wouldn’t have gone…Read more UMES land-grant scholar ready to join agriculture workforce
