PRINCESS ANNE, MD-(June 16, 2021)-Three years in the making, the Fruitland Mini Orchard is ready for its first harvest. University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension’s Well Connected Communities and Horticulture and Fruits programs partnered with the City of Fruitland to serve the community by providing outreach activities to learn about backyard fruit cultivation and sustainability while addressing food insecurity…Read more Collaboration reaps FRUITS of their labor
MES researchers conduct hemp cultivar trial
PRINCESS ANNE, MD-(June 2, 2021)-University of Maryland Eastern Shore researchers involved in its Industrial Hemp Pilot Research Program took to the fields early last month for a hemp cultivar screening trial. Some 43 cultivars were planted that will be screened for cannabinoid production on the Eastern Shore where it shows promise as a potential cash…Read more MES researchers conduct hemp cultivar trial
UMES Extension specialist helps veterans this Memorial Day through horticulture
PRINCESS ANNE, MD-(May 27, 2021)-Serving the region’s military veterans through horticulture training is one of Dr. Naveen Kumar Dixit’s passions. The horticulturist and University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension specialist has partnered over the past three years with regional agencies to provide free workshops on fruit and vegetable cultivation and is on the road to forming a Veterans…Read more UMES Extension specialist helps veterans this Memorial Day through horticulture
Health benefits of ginger could combat obesity—known risk factor for COVID-19
PRINCESS ANNE, MD-(May 19, 2021)-Obesity is a growing problem in the United States and is one that affects some groups more than others. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 42% of adults in the nation fell within the range considered to be obese in a 2017-2018 study. Not only does obesity put people at…Read more Health benefits of ginger could combat obesity—known risk factor for COVID-19
UMES among recipients of $5.76 million in USDA funding to establish center of excellence
PRINCESS ANNE, MD – May 12, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced today that the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is one of four 1890 land-grant institutions set to receive funding from its total investment of $5.76 million reserved for 1890 Centers of Excellence grants. “The 1890 Centers…Read more UMES among recipients of $5.76 million in USDA funding to establish center of excellence
UMES Extension offers free growing ginger webinar
PRINCESS ANNE, MD-(March 9, 2021)-Ginger, used worldwide as a popular spice, is a tropical plant harvested within 8-10 months. The question is can it be feasibly grown as a Mid-Atlantic high-value crop with marketing potential. The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension is offering a free webinar on March 12, from 11 a.m.-noon to help…Read more UMES Extension offers free growing ginger webinar
UMES Extension employee hailed as a champion of the community
Making an impact in the community through his professional and personal life is what drives McCoy Curtis Jr., especially in these challenging times, and it has not gone unnoticed. Curtis was honored last month on Martin Luther King Jr. Day during a “live” virtual celebration of the Tri-County MLK Coalition’s 36th annual banquet honoring their namesake. He was the…Read more UMES Extension employee hailed as a champion of the community
Youth into gardening and the environment can take part in UMES Extension 4-H STEM spring program
PRINCESS ANNE, MD-(February 3, 2021)-Youth ages 8-11 can brush off their gardening trowels and get ready for some fun and learning by becoming a Junior Master Gardener through the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension’s 4-H STEM program. Virtual classes will held bi-weekly beginning March 30 on Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. Participants can earn 4-H Junior Master Gardener…Read more Youth into gardening and the environment can take part in UMES Extension 4-H STEM spring program
Registration is open for UMES’ free 2021 AgDiscovery summer camp
PRINCESS ANNE, MD- (February 2, 2021)-Area middle and high school students currently in grades 8-11 can apply now through March 25 for the 2021 AgDiscovery summer program slated for June 13-26 at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Campers will reside on campus unless COVID-19 concerns mandate that it shifts to a virtual experience. Sponsored…Read more Registration is open for UMES’ free 2021 AgDiscovery summer camp
