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Joined September 2022
Good news! The deadline to book a room at the picturesque Hyatt Regency in Cambridge at a special conference-exclusive rate has been extended to Nov. 10! Join us for UMES Extension's second #MarylandAgritourismConference, Nov. 15-17. Learn more at umes.edu/extension/community…
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Today is your LAST CHANCE to get tickets for the UMES Extension Small Farms Conference, Oct. 23-24, on the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Secure your spot today: ow.ly/36BT50ZYupi
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Today is the last day to take advantage of our group hotel rate for the upcoming Maryland Agritourism Conference, Nov. 15-17 at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina in Cambridge, Maryland. Learn more at ow.ly/Oyb850ZYu8l
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Join the local @SalvationArmyUS and UMES Extension on Saturday, Oct. 24, for a Community Harvest Festival and Sponsor-a-Coat Challenge!
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Dr. Naveen Kumar Dixit, associate professor of horticulture and UMES Extension specialist, is hosting a series of in-person workshops on fruit and flower cultivation, starting this weekend! For a full list, visit ow.ly/JyJe50ZYcSj
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UPDATE: The deadline for ticket sales has been extended to Friday, Oct. 16!
Ticket sales for the UMES Small Farm Conference end tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 9. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn about non-traditional agriculture, business management, ag research and human health, all focused on small farms: ow.ly/isCA50ZVWji
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Ticket sales for the UMES Small Farm Conference end tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 9. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn about non-traditional agriculture, business management, ag research and human health, all focused on small farms: ow.ly/isCA50ZVWji
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Eighty-seven varieties of dahlias were on display, Oct. 3 and 4 at UMES' First Dahlia Cut Flower Show. The event included a kids' flower vase competition and hayride. @UMESNews
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It's not too late to learn about pasture-raised poultry! UMES Extension is offering a free tour for farmers who want to learn more about this alternative system of growing broiler chickens on Oct. 20. Register at wwwcp.umes.edu/extension/cal… 📷 by Todd Dudek, UMES Ag Comms
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Just for our followers, here's a little sneak peek at the schedule for our upcoming Maryland Agritourism Conference. Learn more and register at umes.edu/extension/community…
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Come see 87 varieties of dahlias from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, and 10 a.m.-noon on Sunday, Oct. 4 at UMES' First Dahlia Cut Flower Show! Saturday includes a kids' competition (BYO vase). The flower field is located on College Backbone Rd: ow.ly/bAaB50ZRxyJ
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UMES Extension is gearing up for the Maryland Agritourism Conference, and if you are a farmer, we don't want the cost of a ticket to be a barrier. Scholarships are available to cover registration, a tour, the hotel, mileage and meals. Apply by Oct. 5 at ow.ly/bugj50ZRwlJ
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Join UMES Extension for the 23rd annual Small Farm Conference, Oct. 23-24. The event will consist of four tracks (alternative crops; farm business, marketing and sales; ag research and trends; and human health), and include demos and tours. Learn more at ow.ly/et5g50ZOHPP
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Join @UMdExtension for its National Food Safety Month Series on Tuesday, Sept. 29, when UMES Asst. Professor Andrea R. Gilbert-Eckman discusses food processing and manufacturing. Sign up now at ow.ly/LXQZ50ZORgi @UMESNews
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Join the UMES Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation for a 4-night virtual business plan bootcamp to help you turn ideas into a clear, structured, and actionable business plan. Starts Monday, September 28: ow.ly/5qUE50ZPkpm
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Join UMES Extension for the 23rd annual Small Farm Conference, Oct. 23-24 at the UMES campus. Guests can attend informative sessions, hands-on workshops and tours to agribusinesses in Wicomico and Somerset counties. Learn more at ow.ly/ROEZ50ZOHPQ @UMESNews
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Our offices will be closed today for Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we'll see you tomorrow!
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Learn how best to market your fresh produce at a free UMES Extension workshop and field day on Saturday, Sept. 12 in Eden. Reserve your spot at ow.ly/MBwY50ZERow
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A recent workshop on harvesting honey, led by UMES Extension Beekeeper Stephen Goewey, drew participants of all ages and experience levels. Interested in backyard beekeeping? Check out our Apiary program at umes.edu/extension/umes-exte…
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