Agriculture & Food Systems in St. Mary's 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 

Agriculture & Food Systems in St. Mary's County

UME AgFS experts deliver science-based education to Maryland communities to enhance the public good through the support of the farmers and citizens of the county. St. Mary's County Extension offers a variety of AgFS workshops and programs. Learn more below or by contacting our office.

Nutrient Management Program and Pesticide Safety

UME AgFS provides training on responsible nutrient applications, pesticide safety, certification, and regulatory compliance. The agricultural nutrient management planning process is designed to adapt to modern farming practices and operations that better align with Maryland’s agricultural regulations and environmental goals. UME administers and coordinates statewide nutrient management planning following the finalization of the agreement between the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) and the Maryland Department of Agriculture.  Learn more.

Nutrient Management Planning Tools Handbook

For more information, contact Greg Simpson at 301-475-4480 or by emailing simpsong@umd.edu.

UME Agricultural Nutrient Management

Maryland Department of Agriculture- Nutrient Management 

Soil Testing

Soil Sampling Procedures for Nutrient Management

 

Agricultural Newsletters & Resources

State Resources

UME Agricultural Nutrient Management Program

Regional Resources

Local Resources

Newsletters

Videos

Extension AgFS Resources

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

More St. Mary's County Extension Programs