Be sure to complete the census - rural America cannot afford to lose any additional representatives.
Derecho storm in the Midwest

Iowa is still unsure of the total damage of corn across their state. Assuming anywhere from 5 to 10 million acres. This week a few farmers began tilling under their corn. The amount of stored corn and grain bins lost is unknown as well. The soybeans mostly appear to have survived.

Please keep these farm families in your prayers. As relief efforts become available, MGPA will keep you updated.
Corn Crop Progress Report
  • 0% Very Poor
  • 0% Poor
  • 25% Fair
  • 63% Good
  • 12% Excellent

  • 95% Milk
  • 70% Dough
  • 22% Dented
Read the latest progress report by USDA here.

The U.S. Wheat Associates shared their weekly harvest report. The 2020 wheat harvest is going well. Read the full report here.
Market and Trade Update
U.S. Grains Council shared:
  • Corn was sold to 1,413 TMT to China, 233 TMT to Mexico, 196.2 TMT to an unknown destination, 50 TMT to Japan, and 20.3 TMT to Guatemala.
  • China purchased 312.5 TMT of sorghum.

U.S. and China reaffirmed the Phase One Trade Deal in a phone call this week.

You can receive weekly e-mail updates on trade resources here, provided by the United States Grain Council.
View August 11th Maryland Grain Bids here.
We Are Here for YOU
Stay safe and healthy! If there is anything we can do for you, we want to hear from you. It is best to contact our cell phones or emails. We will continue to have one person in the office during normal business hours.

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
443-262-8491
CLASSIC SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Syngenta

As a leading science-based agtech company, Syngenta helps millions of farmers grow safe and nutritious food. They work in 90 countries to accelerate innovation to a more sustainable agriculture.

Thank you for sponsoring the 2020 Maryland Commodity Classic.
NEWS/FARMER RESOURCES
Market Value of Red Meat Exports to the U.S. Corn Farmer

In 2019, red meat exports added 12% of a bushel value to the US corn farmer. At an average of $3.75 per bushel, $0.46 is from red meat exports. Read more about US beef and pork exports in 2019 here.
Soil Health Grant available to Farmers

The MDA is accepting applications for the Farming for Healthy Soils Program. This three-year program begins this fall and provides financial assistance to farmers for implementing soil health practices on their farm. Rates range from $10 to $55 per acre. Learn more here.
DE-MD 4R Alliance Field Day

The fourth annual 4R technology field day was held virtually. Watch the full event below! There were over 200 participants who tuned in online. Read the full press release here.
CornPAC Calendars - Available

The National Corn Growers Association CornPAC has calendars available for purchase. Photos in the calendars are of the award-winning photos from the Fields-of-Corn photo contest. Calendars are $30 each and four for $100. Order yours now here! CornPAC promotes public policy of corn producers and their agricultural related interests.
Farm Credit - Virtual Showcase for Youth

The MidAtlantic Farm Credit launched a Virtual Showcase contest to 4-H and FFA Youth. Submissions are due by October 16th electronically. All winners will be announced on November 6, 2020 on MAFC Facebook page live. Learn more about this opportunity here.
One-on-One Meetings - China and Sorghum

USGC staff met virtually with five companies in China over three days last week to discuss recent purchases of U.S. sorghum and provide insights into the upcoming U.S. sorghum harvest. Read the full story here.
Future Harvest Beginner Farmer Training Program

Future Harvest is now accepting applications for its 2021 Beginner Farmer Training Program which provides free, year-long training in sustainable to the next generation of Chesapeake region farmers. The deadline for applications is Friday, October 16, 2020. More information can be found here.
UMES Receives A Grant for a New Study

With a $300,00 grant from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture - researchers and students will soon have new ways to study and monitor the impact of runoff from chicken houses on the environment. The study will help find the best method to reduce pollutants and help farmers retain their fertilizer better. Read more here.
NCGA to Support EPA & USDA on Future Fertilizer Strategies

The EPA and the USDA announced the Next Gen Fertilizer Challenges, a join EPA-USDA partnership and competition to advance agricultural sustainability in the United States. The competition includes two challenges that seek proposals for new and existing fertilizer technologies to maintain or improve crop yields while reducing the impacts of fertilizers on the environment. Read the full article to learn about the challenges here.
EVENTS/DATES
Maryland Cover Crops

As of August 15th, to receive an extra $10/acre, one can aerial apply cover crops into standing corn until September 10th. More information can be found here.
2020 MAEF/MNGLA Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament

The Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation, Inc. and the MarylandNursery, Landscape, and Greenhouse Association are pleased to be co-hosting the Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament on Wednesday, September 9th at the Oakmont Green Gold Course in Hampstead, MD. Learn more here.
Mid Atlantic Crop Management School

From November 16th to 20th, attend the 2020 Mid Atlantic Crop Management School. Every day from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, earn CEU's! Registration will open in early September! More information here.
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