UPDATE: On Aug. 26, 2024, the Maryland Department of Health announced the first human case of West Nile virus in the Baltimore Metropolitan region. Those who follow the news have likely seen recent reports of the West Nile virus in an equine case in Frederick, Maryland, and sentinel chickens used for monitoring mosquito diseases in…Read more Learn how UMES helps keep Maryland ahead of shifts in mosquitoes
UMES event features environmentally friendly agricultural practices, equipment
Impending foul weather from Tropical Storm Debby held off in Princess Anne for the fourth annual UMES Ag Showcase. It was a hot and humid, but informative, day for about 175 attendees. “I am not sure who spoke with Mother Nature, but they should get a round of applause. We want to thank UMES and…Read more UMES event features environmentally friendly agricultural practices, equipment
UMES researcher addresses impact of climate change on grapevines
Grapevines, just as with other crops, have a new enemy: climate change. Producers and researchers are noticing changes in the leaves and berries, causing concern for the $270 billion table and wine grape industry in the United States. University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s “grape guy” Dr. Sadanand Dhekney has been working on improving the fruit…Read more UMES researcher addresses impact of climate change on grapevines
UMES Ag Showcase offers MDA training credits
The annual installment of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s Ag Showcase will take place Aug. 7 at its Research, Extension and Teaching Farm. Held in partnership with Atlantic Tractor LLC and Simplot Grower Solutions, the free event features corn field trials, interactive demonstrations on the latest in smart-farm technology and equipment, and UMES agricultural…Read more UMES Ag Showcase offers MDA training credits
UMES hires first permanent dean for School of Veterinary Medicine
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has hired its first permanent Dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Stanley Robertson (left) has joined UMES after a nationwide search. He began his duties on July 1, and has already met with the accreditation team for the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) during its inaugural visit…Read more UMES hires first permanent dean for School of Veterinary Medicine
UMES bolsters efforts to safeguard horseshoe crabs in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND — An overwhelming number of dead horseshoe crabs appeared in the residential canals at 94th Street in Ocean City in 2021. Since then, marine researchers at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore have been trying to figure out why the mortality event occurred. “We believe the crabs may be looking for a…Read more UMES bolsters efforts to safeguard horseshoe crabs in Ocean City
Picnic tent to booming farm market
UMES Extension tour takes visitors inside agribusiness success “Sweat equity,” Kelly Jackson (at left) told visitors, was what took her family’s agribusiness from a picnic tent at the end of the lane for selling sweet corn to a booming farm market, helping to shape Dorchester County’s agritourism regulations. The group was part of UMES Extension’s…Read more Picnic tent to booming farm market
UMES Traveling Agritourism Workshop
For Blades Orchard, reinvention is key to success After 14 years of operating as a u-pick, the owner-operators of Blades Orchard in Federalsburg, Maryland, shifted their agribusiness model. They now offer their fruit and value-added products at farmers markets, a CSA and pre-order online sales for pick up at the farm by appointment. Why? Steve…Read more UMES Traveling Agritourism Workshop
UMES physics professor attends White House summit on fusion technology
When the nation achieves pilot-ready fusion technology anticipated within the next decade, it will be with the input of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Physics professor Kausik Das was invited by the White House for a meeting June 6 among the nation’s leaders in fusion energy from government, industry and academia. The event, hosted…Read more UMES physics professor attends White House summit on fusion technology
Can robotic agriculture answer urban food security concerns?
FarmBots are the latest in innovative agriculture, especially in urban farming where arable land is limited and space is at a premium. The trending term refers to farming with the precision and assistance of robotic agriculture for planting, watering and management of weeds. The emerging technology has the potential as an energy-smart and sustainable way…Read more Can robotic agriculture answer urban food security concerns?
