4% of US corn is silking and in 64% good/excellent rating, more here.

Overseas wheat buyers are encouraged to use solvent retention to determine the protein levels in wheat. Read more here.

About 31% of SRW wheat has been harvested to date, the latest report here.

Read the latest Grain Bids here.

Our annual event is taking place on July 22nd starting at 9:00 AM. Gates will open at 8:30 AM.

Come by the Queen Anne's County 4-H Park to hear the latest research, interact with friends, discover the most recent Dr. Miller Awardee and scholarship recipients, and enjoy Bob Farmer, a Farmers Almanac expert and comedian!

Please register online prior to our event, here!

Maryland Grain Producer member tickets were mailed this week, be sure to RSVP on our online form.

Tickets are $10 before 2:30 PM or $20 after 2:30 PM. There will be no entry after 3:30 PM.

More information can be found online here.

The National Corn Grower’s Association is hosting their Leadership Academy on August 2-5, 2021 in St. Louis, MO, and January 24-26, 2022 in Washington D.C. The Leadership Academy prepares the future leaders of state corn associations. If there is someone you would like to nominate for this leadership academy, please contact our office. Read more here.

On June 10, a federal judge from Wisconsin issued a temporary restraining order directing the USDA to stall the debt relief program after a lawsuit was filed in April representing farmers from a handful of states. Learn more here.

Lindsay Thompson, lindsay.mdag@gmail.com, Executive Director

Jenell Eck, jenell.mdag@gmail.com, Programs and Public Relations Director

Marguerite Guare, marguerite.mdag@gmail.com, Administration

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This marks the second year in a row that smaller-than-average dead zones were forecasted. Read the full article here.

Grant funding of $55.2 M is available for grant applications that focuses on improving meat and poultry slaughter and processing capacity and efficiency and more. Read the full press release online here.

Maryland Farm Bureau (MFB) is now accepting applications for their new Ambassador Program, taking place of Miss Maryland Agriculture. MFB will select one female and one male ambassador to represent the state. Encourage a youth, ages 17 to 21, to register for this new great opportunity. More information can be found online here.

Carbon markets are becoming a popular market for farmers. The Biden Administration has earmarked $30 billion to help pay farmers to implement sustainable practices and capture carbon in their soil. These sustainable practices allow farmers to collect carbon credits. You can read more here.

While most research is for single-crop soybeans, double-crop soybeans planted after winter wheat can increase their net returns. A recent study evaluated the profitability and risks associated with double-crop soybeans. Read more here.

Six Maryland farmers have been honored as DCA's Outstanding Chicken Growers. You can read about the outstanding growers here.

Four allies were presented awards for their commitment to the poultry industry on the Delmarva. Read the full press release here.

The Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers are seeking nominations for their annual Excellence in Crop Advising Award. Nominate your CCA by September 15th. Learn more about the award here.

The annual convention honored local members, chapters, and supporters during their virtual convention this June. We would like to recognize the 2020 to 2021 State Officer Team on a year well done! Read the full article here.

President - Cassie Bell

Vice President - Helen Leadingham

Secretary - McKayla Kiernan

Treasurer - Kyle Schulze

Reporter - Morgan DeFriece

Sentinel - Elsie McKenzie

ShoreRivers is seeking an individual to work with the agricultural community to support their efforts on Maryland's Eastern Shore. To learn more about the job and to apply today, click here.

Learn about other 2021 funded grants here.

Registration for the 2021-2022 Maryland Cover Crop Program has opened. All registration applications must be postmarked and mailed to your local soil conservation district between July 1st and July 16th. Read more about the program here.

The Million Acre Challenge offers a monthly lunch & learn for farmers. This month features their mission to support farmers in building healthy soils on one million acres by 2030. Learn more and register for the free online event here.

Save the date for the upcoming exam on August 6th! Information pending at this time but will be online here.

The next exam to become a Certified Crop Advisor will take place this August. If you are interested in being a CCA, sign up by July 7th! Learn more, find learning materials, and register here.

MLB announced that NCGA has agreed to become an official partner of this summer's MLB at Field of Dreams presented by Geico. The game will be played in Iowa on August 12th and will be broadcasted nationally on FOX. Read more here.

After the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the annual tradition of the Maryland State Fair last, it has finally returned. Maryland’s “11 Best Days of Summer” are taking place at the state fairgrounds in Timonium, MD from August 26th- September 6th. Click here to read about the return of the Maryland State Fair.

The Maryland Department of Agriculture is offering Commercial Pesticide Exams this year. View dates and locations here.

Apply by September 15th to properly dispose of any registered products that you can no longer use. Learn more about the program here.

The last day to recycle any pesticide containers for 2021 is below, more information can be found online here.

LEAD Maryland is currently accepting applications for the next class until October 1st. Application and more information can be found online here.

The 2022 National Commodity Classic is taking place March 8th-March 12th. The Commodity Classic will host a series of educational sessions and updates from various commodity associations. Learn more and see the schedule here.

The Gene Iager Scholarship is now accepting applications through July 15th. Learn more about the scholarship and find the application, here.

Created By: Kara Hutchison | 2021 Student Intern | karah.mdag@gmail.com

Jenell Eck | Programs and Public Relations Director | jenell.mdag@gmail.com

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