Welcome to the University of Maryland Extension (UME) of Prince George's County which is part of a statewide, non-formal education system within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources of the University of Maryland, College Park. This partnership also includes support from USDA as well as the county government. The Garrett County UME faculty and staff provide a broad range of outreach through workshops, seminars, classes, clinics, newsletters, consultations, and media efforts.
The Extension Advisory Committee is a diverse group of professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders dedicated to informing program development, assisting with outreach efforts, and identifying community needs by helping the UME faculty with overall advisory services to support program determination and issues. These members represent various partnerships and institutions, bringing their expertise, resources, and perspectives to support UME's mission. Their contributions ensure that programs and strategies are inclusive, relevant, and impactful. Our current Prince Georges EAC comprises individuals from these organizations, partnerships, and backgrounds:
- Prince George's County Farm Bureau
- Prince George's Soil Conservations District
- Prince George's County Master Gardeners
- Urban Farm Stakeholders
- Maryland Department of Agriculture
- Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC)
- Prince George's County Farm Bureau, Inc.
- Seafood Business Stakeholders
NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM CHANGES
Nutrient Management Program Changes by the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA)
New Updates to the Nutrient Management Program
Read Dean Beyrouty and Dr. Jinhee Kim’s Letter to the Community
Read the full press release from the MDA outlining their new changes
Get answers to your questions about the program changes
To obtain old/current planning documents and information, farmers should contact their
current or prior nutrient management advisor or county ag agent. In the case that they are not
available, please leave your contact information with your local county office and someone will
get back to you asap.