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Updated: February 19, 2026

University of Maryland Extension Winter Meeting Data 2022 (FS-2022-0642)

Authors: Shannon Dill - Serena Taylor Newton - Andrew Kness - Jennifer Rhodes

The University of Maryland Extension (UME) Agriculture and Food Systems team organizes annual winter agriculture production meetings to provide updates on the latest research and practices in various areas, including agronomy, vegetable, fruit, and forage production, as well as urban agriculture systems. These sessions also offer recertification opportunities for pesticide and nutrient management. The meetings attract a wide audience of participants, including farmers, industry professionals, government, and nonprofit representatives, fostering networking and knowledge sharing. To assess the impact of these meetings, the team implemented a survey to gather demographic, production, and economic data from participants. The survey results provide valuable data on production practices and profitability. Authors: Shannon Dill, Serena Taylor Newton, Andrew Kness, and Jennifer Rhodes; Title: University of Maryland Extension Winter Meeting Data 2022 (FS-2022-0642).

Updated: February 19, 2026

Virtual Winter Meetings

The Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Program Winter Meetings have been completed. Each meeting was four hours long to provide continuing education credits for agronomy, forage, fruit, and vegetable producers.

Updated: February 19, 2026

University of Maryland Extension Winter Meeting Data 2025 (FS-2025-0780)

Authors: Shannon Dill - Sarah Hirsh - Kurt Vollmer - Dr. Nicole Fiorellino - Andrew Kness - Macy Cook

This publication highlights the impact of the 2024-2025 UMD Extension (UME) Winter Agriculture Production Meetings, focusing on participant engagement, UME program delivery, and nutrient management. Results demonstrate the continued importance of UME winter programming in supporting informed decision-making, regulatory compliance, and farm profitability across Maryland’s agricultural sector. Authors: Shannon Dill, Sarah Hirsh, Kurt Vollmer, Nicole Fiorellino, Andrew Kness, and Macy Cook; Title: University of Maryland Extension Winter Meeting Data 2025 (FS-2025-0780).

Updated: June 8, 2021

Selling a Service

Services and jobs in the service sectors are booming in the United States. According to United States Department of Labor statistics, the long-term shift from goods-producing to service providing employment is expected to continue with projected growth in education, health, professional and business services exceeding 30% annually through 2012.

Updated: June 1, 2021

Agriculture and Food Systems Program

The University of Maryland Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Extension Program serves the leading private industry in the state. In 2017, the market value of Maryland crops and livestock sold exceeded $2.4 billion and contributed $8.25 billion to the Maryland economy.

Updated: May 28, 2021

Virtual Urban Farmer Meetings Impact Report

The Agriculture and Food Systems (AgFS) Program held two Urban Farmer Winter Meetings in January of 2021.

Updated: March 23, 2021

Do you do farm visits?

In Baltimore City, Neith Little, the Urban Agriculture Extension Educator can visit commercial (growing food or other products for sale) in-person to offer technical assistance and help you troubleshoot challenges like pest and disease problems, high tunnel management, harvest and packing, food safety, nutrient management, soil health, and more. Please understand that she will need to schedule an in-person visit in advance.