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2025 CALENDAR

February

Event: Western Maryland Regional Fruit Meeting
Date: Feb. 13, 2025  | Thursday
Time:  9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Western Maryland Research and Education Center, 18330 Keedysville Rd., Keedysville, MD 21756
Description: Join us for a comprehensive day dedicated to the commercial fruit industry. This event will feature updates on pesticide and nutrient management and other essential information for tree and small fruit production. Industry experts and representatives from the University of Maryland Extension will provide vital insights for growers and producers.
For more information and to register: https://go.umd.edu/WMFM

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Event: Vineyard Floor and Weed Management: Expert Forum Discussion
Date: Feb. 18, 2025  |  Tuesday
Location: Virtual  | Cost: This event is being offered at no charge to participants.
Description: Vineyard floor management strategies in the eastern United States are shaped by diverse regional conditions, production goals, and local regulations. This session will explore the various factors influencing vineyard floor spaces and offer insights into effective weed control, the integration of cover crops, and tailored approaches for optimizing management. Whether navigating unique environmental challenges or striving to meet specific production objectives, grape producers will gain valuable knowledge to enhance vineyard health and productivity.

This 90-minute live webinar is free and will address pre-submitted and live questions while reviewing current best practices in vineyard nutrient management. Upon registration, a Qualtrics link will be provided for submitting questions to the panelists in advance.

More information and to register: https://extension.psu.edu/vineyard-floor-and-weed-management-expert-forum-discussion

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Event: Bay Area Fruit School
Date: Feb. 19, 2025  | Wednesday
Time:  8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: WYE, 124 Wye Narrows Drive Queenstown, MD 21658
For more information contact Chris Cochran at 410-827-7388 x181 or ccochra3@umd.edu

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IFTA 2025 Annual Meeting
Dates:
February 16-19, 2025
For more information: https://ifruittree.org/event/ifta-2025-annual-meeting-rochester-ny/
 

March

Event: Eastern Winery Exposition & Conference
Dates:
March 25-27, 2025
Location: Lancaster, PA.
For more information: https://easternwineryexposition.com/