Agriculture & Food Systems in Wicomico County

The Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) program provides research-based education and technical assistance to support Maryland's agricultural industry. Educational programs are designed for commercial producers, agricultural businesses, landowners, and individuals interested in agriculture.

Extension educators connect university research with practical solutions that help improve farm productivity, profitability, and environmental stewardship through workshops, field demonstrations, publications, consultations, and other educational resources. 

Learn More About UME AgFS Programs

UME Areas of Expertise

  • Crop production and management
  • Livestock and poultry production
  • Fruit and vegetable production
  • Commercial horticulture
  • Farm and agribusiness management
  • Beginning farmer education
  • Urban agriculture
  • Nutrient management
  • Pesticide safety and certification
  • Soil health and conservation practices

AgFS Resources & Newsletters          AgFS Meetings & Events 

Wicomico County Agriculture & Food System Programs

As a region rich with colonial and post-revolutionary American history, agriculture has played a significant role in the development of Wicomico County. Wicomico flourishes with agricultural production, generating $236 million annually across 510 farms and nearly 84,000 acres of farmland. The county ranks #3 statewide for vegetables, #4 for commercial broilers and aquaculture, and was also recognized in "America's 100 Best Communities for Young Children". Mainstay agricultural production includes grain crops of soybeans, corn, and wheat, vegetables, greenhouse production, forage, and livestock. UME Wicomico County offers a variety of AgFS workshops and programs to support residents' agricultural and farming needs. Learn more below or by contacting our office.

Extension AgFS Resources

The University of Maryland Agriculture and Food Systems team provides a variety of agricultural education programs and resources. Explore them all.

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