July 25, 1:00-3:00 | 5998 Bellevue Rd, Royal Oak MD
Hear farmers perspectives about their cover crop experiences; Strategies and tools for cover crop planning; In-field soil quality test demos.
Field-day focused on how to get more benefits out of a cover crop. The host farmer will discuss his experiences and strategies with cover cropping. We will discuss cover crop planning, species selection and management, and practical considerations. We will also have demonstrations of in-field soil quality tests.
The field-day is sponsored by University of Maryland Extension, Million Acre Challenge, Future Harvest, and Sustainable Chesapeake, with funding support from National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service.
This is a free program. Maryland nutrient management credits and Certified Crop Adviser credits will be offered. Please reserve your spot by registering.
Field-day Location: Tuesday July 25, 1:00-3:00 PM at Swaine Farm, 5998 Bellevue Rd, Royal Oak, MD
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact Sarah Hirsh at least two weeks prior to the event at shirsh@umd.edu.
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