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SUMMARY:PGSCD’s Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour (2025)
DESCRIPTION:Starting Seeds Indoors in Maryland: Best Practices for Strong\, Healthy Plants \nJoin Cheryl Williams\, certified Master Gardener and owner of 40 Day Living Urban Farm and Plant Nursery\, for an informative session on starting seeds indoors. Learn the best practices for growing your own plants from seed\, tailored to Maryland’s climate. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started\, this indoor seed starting workshop offers a quick\, yet detailed dive into the anatomy of seeds\, how to increase germination rates\, setting up an indoor growing station and why starting seeds indoors is a good practice for producing strong\, healthy transplants in Maryland. Get ready to start your garden on the right foot this season! \nCheryl Williams is a certified Master Gardener and owner of 40 Day Communications & 40 Day Living\, an Urban Farm and Plant Nursery specializing in horticultural multimedia production. Cheryl is a passionate advocate for sustainable gardening practices with over a decade of gardening experience. She enjoys documenting plants\, DIY landscaping and horticultural design\, educating others about the joys of growing their own food and is excited to share her expertise with the local community through workshops and hands-on learning experiences. \n\nInterested in trying to grow your own food? Join the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District at one of the stops on its Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour! These heirloom seedlings are started from seeds produced by the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance and grown by the awesome staff of one of our valued partners\, Maryland-National Capital Parks & Planning Commission’s Randall Farm. We’ll have Black Cherry Tomato\, Plum Tomato\, and Sweet Basil seedlings to give away along with our famous Native Northeast Wildflower Seed Mix packets! \nFor this giveaway only\, come pick-up a market garden pack of corn\, cucumber\, squash\, and watermelon – all grown and donated by Gwynn Park High School’s Environment\, Ag & Natural Resources Program \nEvery plant needs some proper love; click each picture for additional information on seedling care! \n         \nPlease note that seedlings and seed packets are in limited supply! \n\n\nYou can catch us at one of the following events while supplies last (click the dates to be redirected to the Event page):\n\nWednesday\, May 21\, 12–1:30pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSaturday\, May 31\, 10am – 12pm @ the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District (5301 Marlboro Race Track Rd\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSunday\, June 1st\, 9am – 1pm @ The Bowie Farmers Market with the Master Gardeners (15210 Annapolis Rd\, Bowie\, MD)\nWednesday\, June 11\, 12-1:30pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2360/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Prince George's Farmer & Producer Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Changing federal funding priorities and the state and county budget crisis directly impact Prince George’s County farmers\, producers\, and food businesses—cutting essential resources\, limiting infrastructure investments\, and threatening the stability of our local food economy. We want to hear from you.\n\nJoin us for a critical conversation on how these funding shifts affect your operations and what solutions are needed. This forum will bring together farmers\, producers\, food entrepreneurs\, and policymakers to discuss financial challenges\, advocate for necessary investments\, and explore strategies for resilience.\n\nRegister Here: https://PGCFarmerForum.eventbrite.com \n\nWhat We’ll Cover \n\nWhat financial challenges are hitting farmers and food businesses the hardest right now?\nWhat resources\, equipment\, and supplies do we need urgently?\nWhat long-term changes need to happen at the county and state level to support our work?\nHow can we collectively advocate for funding and investment in our local food system?\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n6:00 PM – Light Refreshments & Networking \n\n\n\n\n6:15 PM – Opening Remarks & Purpose of Forum \n\n\n\n\n6:25 PM – Facilitated Discussion \n\n\n\n\n7:15 PM – Responses from Elected Leadership/Public Officials \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is an in-person event with both an in-person and hybrid option. This event is hosted by the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, The Capital Market\, and Bloomin’ PGC.\n\n\n\n**NOTE: A fact sheet summarizing key insights from this forum will be prepared and shared with public officials to advocate for the needs of local farmers and food businesses. All information collected during the discussion will be anonymous and aggregated\, ensuring that no identifying details are shared. Our goal is to highlight common challenges and opportunities while respecting the privacy of all participants.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/prince-georges-farmer-producer-roundtable/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:PGSCD’s Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour
DESCRIPTION:Interested in trying to grow your own food? Join the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District at one of the stops on its Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour! These heirloom seedlings are started from seeds produced by the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance and grown by the awesome staff of one of our valued partners\, Maryland-National Capital Parks & Planning Commission’s Randall Farm. We’ll have Black Cherry Tomato and Sweet Basil seedlings to give away along with our famous Native Northeast Wildflower Seed Mix packets! \nPlease note that seedlings and seed packets are limited. \n\nYou can catch us at one of the following events while supplies last: \n\nSaturday\, May 11\, 10am – 1pm @ the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District (5301 Marlboro Race Track Rd\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nWednesday\, May 22\, 12–1pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSunday\, June 2\, 8am – 12pm @ The Bowie Farmers Market with the Master Gardeners (15210 Annapolis Rd\, Bowie\, MD)\nWednesday\, June 5\, 12-1pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSunday event in June with The Capital Market of 20746 (TBD)\n\nPlease check back here for scheduling changes and additional details as each event approaches. \nWe love you from our heads down to our tomaTOES! See you and your green thumbs soon.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/pgscds-spring-seedling-giveaway-tour/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - April 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, along with the Bloomin’ PGC Partners\, our Co-hosts\, Linda Jones of Elements of Nature\, Michele Coleman of a Heart 4 People Farm and other local urban farming advocates\, invite you to participate in our Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night! This event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information. Any urban farming-related topics—land leases\, equipment and supplies\, staffing and volunteering\, resource-sharing\, grants\, and mental health— are open for discussion. While the focus is on urban farmers in Prince George’s County\, all farmers and growers are welcome to join us! \n*** THIS MONTH *** IN-PERSON ONLY *** \nLearn about the power of incorporating cover crop mixes into your urban agriculture crop rotation plan. Whether you’re growing on 3 acres or 10 raised beds\, cover crops can be an important tool in your soil health tool box. “Cover crops increase soil organic matter\, and improve soil fertility by capturing excess nutrients after a crop is harvested. They also raise soil moisture holding capacity\, help prevent soil erosion\, limit nutrient runoff\, reduce soil compaction\, and can even help suppress some pests.” Executive Director of the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District and Owner of Edgewood Farms in Upper Marlboro\, Steve Darcey will share his cover crop plot trials and methods to terminate them mechanically. We’ll also here from partners\, Bill Tharpe of the Maryland Department of Agriculture and Colleen Kiefer of the Natural Resources Conservation Service\, about financial incentive programs to help you implement cover crops into your urban ag operation as well as their own experiences with cover crop mixes. \nFarmers always welcome to share their enterprises and discuss challenges and opportunities they face in growing for-profit and for donations in Prince George’s County. Ask and answer questions\, share your signature growing tips\, discuss the latest news in the urban Ag industry\, or even blow off some steam. (We know that pesky groundhog is driving you nuts!). \nRegister here: https://Cover-Crops-April-Open-Mic-Night.eventbrite.com \nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/ \nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, the Office of Food Security\, and The Capital Market of 20743 to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-april-2024/
LOCATION:2550 Ritchie Marlboro Road Upper Marlboro\, MD 20774\, 2550 Ritchie Marlboro Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20774
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC,Public Events
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SUMMARY:Bloomin' PGC Open Mic Night @ Flavors in Hyattsville
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, along with the Bloomin’ PGC Partners\, our Co-host\, Linda Jones of Elements of Nature\, and other local urban farming advocates\, invite you to participate in our Monthly Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night! This event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information. Any urban farming-related topics—land leases\, equipment and supplies\, staffing and volunteering\, resource-sharing\, grants\, and mental health— are open for discussion. While the focus is on urban farmers in Prince George’s County\, all farmers and growers are welcome to join us! \n\n*** THIS MONTH … IN-PERSON ONLY*** \n\nStop by Flavors in Hyattsville and learn about Founder & CEO\, Samia Bingham’s\, vision to support local food artisans and farmers with their businesses. The mission of Flavor’s culinary incubator and workspace is to provide an outlet for Diverse Culinary Artisans in Prince George’s County\, Maryland and beyond to showcase their skills and create an amazing food experience for their local consumer\, business\, and government clientele. In addition to learning more about Flavors\, urban farmers will have the opportunity share more about their unique farm businesses (prepare your elevator speech and a slide!) with Samia and Tristan. If there is interest\, we’ll pop over to one of the nearby restaurants just after our Open Mic to grab food and continue the conversation. \nFarmers always welcome to share their enterprises and discuss challenges and opportunities they face in growing for-profit and for donations in Prince George’s County. Ask and answer questions\, share your signature growing tips\, discuss the latest news in the urban Ag industry\, or even blow off some steam. (We know that pesky groundhog is driving you nuts!). \nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/ \nREGISTER: https://Nov2023-OpenMic-FlavorsxFarmers.eventbrite.com \nADD YOUR FARM SLIDE HERE: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1h14Vw2rbeNdeqms8evW-A2hqpYMacvdmZ5otfd303fM/edit?usp=sharing \n\n\n\nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, and the Office of Food Security to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/bloomin-pgc-open-mic-night-flavors-in-hyattsville/
LOCATION:Flavors\, 6504 America Boulevard #105A\, Hyattsville\, MD\, 20782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC,Public Events
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SUMMARY:2023 Seedling Giveaway and Vendor Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, June 3rd as we will be giving out free seedlings! The PGSCD lineup will consist of black cherry tomatoes and sweet basil—started from seeds by the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance\, and grown courtesy of Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission. Supplies are limited\, so pick up your seedling as early as possible! The event is held at Darnall’s Chance House Museum at 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD 20772. If you miss out on the seedlings\, your green thumb will still be satisfied\, as our vendors will have seedlings for sale\, and our All-Native Northeast Wildflower Seed Mix will be available as well! \n** This will be a sunshine-only event! In the case of inclement weather\, please check back with this page to receive the latest updates regarding rescheduling. This Saturday\, June 3rd\, will be mostly sunny with a high of 85°F\, and a low of 57°F. ** \n\nFeaturing… \nEsther Mitchell\nUME Master Gardeners of Prince George’s County\nhttps://extension.umd.edu/locations/prince-georges\nSeeds\, garden/horticultural information \nDarrelynne Strother\nChâteaux Cocoa\nhttps://www.instagram.com/chateauxcocoa/\nSeedlings and Sunflowers + general information about the new urban ag farm in downtown Upper Marlboro MD \nMichelle Adams\nThe Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission: Park Rangers\nhttps://www.pgparks.com/1353/Park-Rangers-Nature-Wildlife-Education\nPresenting an exhibit table about Prince George’s Parks and Wildlife \nArman Milanian\nDandelion Foodscapes LLC\nhttps://www.dandelionfoodscapes.com/\nProviding edible perennial plants and some indoor plants for sale \nLinda Jones\nElements of Nature\nhttps://www.elementsofnatureusa.com/\nSelling various plants and herbal teas \nBonnetta Adeeb\nUjamaa Seeds\nhttps://ujamaaseeds.com/\nBIPOC owned seed company selling culturally meaningful seed varieties \nErgibe Boyd\nTheresam Farm/Honey Hemp Farm\nhttps://www.instagram.com/honeyhempfarms/?hl=en\nHerbal hemp teas\, hemp honey\, raw honey (no CBD)\, tinctures \nKathy Anderson\nAWI Squad\nhttps://awisquad.com/\nChildren’s Books – farm\, forage\, garden and other outdoor adventures. \n\nWorkshops: \n• 10-10:45pm: Conversation with Black Farmers with Kimani Anku\n• 11:15-12pm: Herbal Tea Workshop with Linda Jones\, Elements of Nature\n• 12:30 – 1:15pm: Gardening Basics with Bonnetta Adeeb\, Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance \nInterested in becoming a vendor? Please complete our application. Questions? Contact Terry Hampton (tahampton@co.pg.md.us or 301.574.5162 x3).
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2023-seedling-giveaway/
LOCATION:Darnall’s Chance House Museum\, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, 20772
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC,Public Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Prince George's Soil Conservation District":MAILTO:karlynch@co.pg.md.us
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (May 2023)
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: This Board of Supervisors meeting will be a hybrid event. For more information on how to join our meeting in-person\, or receive a link to the online Zoom meeting\, please call our office at 301-574-5162 x 3. \n\nMonthly meetings are held at the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District headquarters. Our Board of Supervisors meets to discuss ongoing business related to Prince George’s County and our organization.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/board-of-supervisors-meeting-may-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Supervisors Meeting,Public Events,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Prince George's Soil Conservation District":MAILTO:pgscd@co.pg.md.us
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230320T170000
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SUMMARY:Acidified Food Course - 3/20/2023
DESCRIPTION:The Acidified Food Course will be held on March 20th at the PGC Soil Conservation Office; currently\, we only have 7 registered and would like to have a few more!  If you know anyone looking to add to their value-added line with pickles\, salsas\, hot pepper jelly and sell at farmers markets\, this class would be perfect!  A great value\, too\, and SMADC offers a 50% reimbursement after the class for anyone in Southern Maryland. \nFor more information\, or to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/acidified-food-course-3-20-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230225T163000
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SUMMARY:GAP Training for Growers with UMD Extension
DESCRIPTION:The Prince George’s Soil Conservation District is sponsoring a GAP Training for Growers at the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District on February 25\, 8am – 4:30pm in the District’s downstairs conference room. The class will be taught by UMD Extension’s Carol Allen. Check out UMD’s Produce Safety resources here. \nAttending a basic GAP course may be right for you if… \n\nYou grow fruits or vegetables and are interested in developing a good safety plan to increase operational efficiency and build a food safety culture.\nYou want help in writing your food safety plan.\nYou are looking to learn more about how microbes live and interact with farm environments\, and/or\nYou have a potential buyer that requires MD GAP certification.\n\nWhat you’ll get from this training: \n\nTips on how to implement practices to minimize your food safety risk during growing\, harvesting\, holding and packing fresh fruits and vegetables.\nPractice conducting risk assessments.\nPractice writing Standard Operating Procedures.\nAssistance on writing your food safety plan (aiming for 80% completion!)\nA Maryland Department of Agriculture GAP training certificate\n\nCourse logistics and registration information: \n\nThe Basic GAP training will take ONE FULL DAY: Saturday\, February 25\, 2023\, from 8am – 4:30pm\nCourse materials including a Basic GAP training binder will be provided.\nYou must attend the full day course to receive an MDA GAP training certificate.\nMorning snacks and lunch will be provided.\n\n Click HERE to reserve your spot! \nFor questions about the course/training\, contact Carol Allen\, callen12@umd.edu\, 240-994-5043. Contact Terry Hampton at the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District for all other questions\, tahampton@co.pg.md.us\, 301.574.5162 x3.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/gap-training-for-growers-with-umd-extension/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Soil Test Info Session
DESCRIPTION:DISCUSSION TOPICS: \n\nBasic soil fertility\nSoil health interpretations\nWhy we do soil testing\nInterpreting soil test results\nWhat composts are and how do they differ in quality when incorporated into an organic system\n\n\nThere will be plenty of time for questions\, both in a group and individually. Our presenters have requested that questions be emailed in advance to:  valerie.cohen@usda.gov. Feel free to bring your soil tests! \n\nRSVP Here: https://createcards.io/ecard/cf7abf3bfbf92b66814777237d390d6c
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/soil-test-info-session/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221129T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T075603
CREATED:20221027T143653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T143653Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Southern Maryland Crops Conference and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The 41st Annual Southern Maryland Crops Conference is sponsored by the University of Maryland Extension and local agribusiness firms and organizations and provides an opportunity for those involved in agriculture to meet and discuss common problems and hear from experts on the latest in agricultural production and management. Timely topics scheduled for the 2022 conference include: \n\nInterpreting soil fertility tests and deciding where to save on fertilizer\nFall herbicide strategies for managing resistant weeds\nTar spot in corn and the 2022 crop disease report\nWell water quality and pesticide spray efficacy\nUpdates on local nutrient management and pesticide regulations\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will have the opportunity to visit sponsor exhibits and talk with company representatives. Attendance at this program will fulfill the requirements for Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification and Nutrient Management Voucher Training. Come and join other Southern Maryland farmers and industry representatives for “news you can use.” \nThe registration fee of $15.00 includes dinner catered by the Baden Ladies Auxiliary. For further information call your local Southern Maryland Extension office or (301) 934-5403. Register by November 18\, 2021 to ensure dinner availability. If you need special assistance to participate in the Southern Maryland Crops Dinner\, please contact Alan Leslie\, University of Maryland Extension\, at 301-934-5403 by November 15\, 2022. Use the Maryland Relay Service at 7-1-1 for text telephone service to our voice number.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2022-southern-maryland-crops-conference-and-dinner/
LOCATION:Baden Volunteer Fire Department\, 16608 Brandywine Road\, Brandywine\, MD\, 20613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221117T183000
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SUMMARY:Maryland Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:University of Maryland Extension\, NRCS\, and several local Maryland producers invite grazers\, livestock/equine owners\, and associated industry personnel to attend some upcoming educational pasture walks this fall. \nNovember 17\, 2022 at 4:00 PM \nLocation: University of Maryland Beef Demonstration Site in Ellicott City\, MD \nDescription: Visit the new UMD Beef Teaching and Demonstration site to learn how to be successful grazing cattle on corn stalks and cover crops during the winter months. \nRegistration: https://go.umd.edu/novemberpasturewalk \nParticipants are welcome to join for one or more events. Registration is free but required; events are supported by NE SARE. All events will be outdoors\, please dress accordingly. For additional information on these and other upcoming forage-related events visit https://go.umd.edu/forageevents. If you have questions or need accommodations please contact Amanda Grev (agrev@umd.edu; 301-432-2767 x339).
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/1779/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221012T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221012T183000
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SUMMARY:Maryland Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:University of Maryland Extension\, NRCS\, and several local Maryland producers invite grazers\, livestock/equine owners\, and associated industry personnel to attend some upcoming educational pasture walks this fall. \nOctober 12\, 2022 at 4:00 PM \nLocation: Fiddlers Folly Farm in Edgewater\, MD\nDescription: Join this pasture walk to learn how Fiddlers Folly Farm is working to improve their pastures through a combination of good grazing management and pasture renovation. \nRegistration: https://go.umd.edu/octoberpasturewalk \nNovember 17\, 2022 at 4:00 PM \nLocation: University of Maryland Beef Demonstration Site in Ellicott City\, MD \nDescription: Visit the new UMD Beef Teaching and Demonstration site to how to be successful grazing cattle on corn stalks and cover crops during the winter months. \nRegistration: https://go.umd.edu/novemberpasturewalk \nParticipants are welcome to join for one or more events. Registration is free but required; events are supported by NE SARE. All events will be outdoors\, please dress accordingly. For additional information on these and other upcoming forage-related events visit https://go.umd.edu/forageevents. If you have questions or need accommodations please contact Amanda Grev (agrev@umd.edu; 301-432-2767 x339).
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/maryland-pasture-walks-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220922T193000
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SUMMARY:Maryland Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:University of Maryland Extension\, NRCS\, and several local Maryland producers invite grazers\, livestock/equine owners\, and associated industry personnel to attend some upcoming educational pasture walks this fall. \nSeptember 22\, 2022 at 5:30 PM  \nLocation: Kefauver Farms in Clear Spring\, MD \nDescription: The Kefauvers’ raise sheep and cattle and will discuss some of the benefits of multi-species grazing and the strategies they are using to manage these animals successfully while maximizing forage utilization and extending the grazing season. \nRegistration: https://go.umd.edu/septemberpasturewalk \nOctober 12\, 2022 at 4:00 PM \nLocation: Fiddlers Folly Farm in Edgewater\, MD\nDescription: Join this pasture walk to learn how Fiddlers Folly Farm is working to improve their pastures through a combination of good grazing management and pasture renovation. \nRegistration: https://go.umd.edu/octoberpasturewalk \nNovember 17\, 2022 at 4:00 PM\nLocation: University of Maryland Beef Demonstration Site in Ellicott City\, MD \nDescription: Visit the new UMD Beef Teaching and Demonstration site to how to be successful grazing cattle on corn stalks and cover crops during the winter months. \nRegistration: https://go.umd.edu/novemberpasturewalk \nParticipants are welcome to join for one or more events. Registration is free but required; events are supported by NE SARE. All events will be outdoors\, please dress accordingly. For additional information on these and other upcoming forage-related events visit https://go.umd.edu/forageevents. If you have questions or need accommodations please contact Amanda Grev (agrev@umd.edu; 301-432-2767 x339).
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/maryland-pasture-walks/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:FREE SPRING SEEDLING GIVEAWAY
DESCRIPTION:*CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE CLASS!*\nJoin us on SATURDAY\, APRIL 23 as we will be giving out free seedlings\, including tomatoes\, beans\, and peppers! Our giveaway event will also feature a special one-hour “How Does Your Garden Grow?” class taught by Master Gardener and Urban Farmer Renee Baccus. \nFor those who attend in person\, a raffle will be held for two sets of gardening tools! \nSUPPLIES ARE LIMITED. \n  \nGardening Resources for All\nhttps://bit.ly/PGCGrow – Creative gardening resources with links and video tutorials! \nextension.umd.edu/hgic – A resource for science-based\, sustainable gardening\, and integrated pest management education for better human and environmental health. \nwashingtongardener.blogspot.com – An extensive gardening resource by local gardeners\, for local gardeners. \nGardening Resources for Youth\nhttps://kidsgardening.org/garden-activities/ – Fun activities that provide opportunities for families to garden and craft together. \nhttps://growing-minds.org/ – Student gardening videos\, recipes\, and tips. \nhttps://anrcatalog.ucanr.edu/pdf/8423.pdf  – A Garden of Words/Un jardin de palabras – a bilingual tool for after school garden clubs.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2022-spring-seedling-giveaway/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:2022 Delmarva Soil Summit
DESCRIPTION:*REGISTER HERE!*\n\n\nRegistration is now open for the 2022 Delmarva Soil Summit! This hybrid event will take place on February 7-8 in Salisbury\, MD at the Wicomico Civic Center. Whether you farm 2 or 2\,000 acres\, this conference will deliver information for all production systems and scales from soil health experts across the country.\n\n\n\nVirtual tickets are $80 and in-person tickets are $100.00. The tickets cover both conference days and the in-person option includes meals\, research updates\, poster and conference reception. All participants will receive networking opportunities and access to all recordings of keynote and breakout sessions for one full year. Scholarships are available to help fund the ticket cost.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n“Whether you farm 2 acres or 2\,000 acres\, this conference will deliver information that’s relevant to your farm’s scale and production type. We’re bringing in experts from around the country\, and bringing you the latest updates from researchers right here on Delmarva. With learning tracks and farmer panels for both large-scale commodity farmers and small-scale diversified growers\, there’s something here for everyone!” \nThe 2022 Delmarva Soil Summit offers options to attend either in person or virtually: \n\nIn-person attendees will have access to two days of keynote speakers and breakout sessions\, small group clinics\, a poster session\, exhibitors and networking opportunities\, along with access to all presentation recordings for a full year after the conference. Lunches\, continental breakfasts and light fare at Monday evening’s networking reception are included. (Hybrid Ticket)\nVirtual attendees will have access to all keynote and breakout presentations\, along with access to all presentation recordings for a full year after the conference.\n\nIf the cost to attend is a barrier for your participation\, please let them know! They have a limited number of scholarships to offer on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2022-delmarva-soil-summit/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220121T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220121T173000
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:On January 21\, we will be hosting an American Red Cross blood drive from 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM! This event will take place in our downstairs conference room. \nThe American Red Cross continues to experience an emergency blood and platelet shortage\, caused by both tremendously low donor turnout and the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Roll up your sleeves and donate to help save a life! \nEach Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control\, and additional precautions — including social distancing and face coverings for donors and staff — have been implemented to ensure the health of all those in attendance. \n— \nHOW TO DONATE BLOOD \nA blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required to check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law)\, weigh at least 110lbs and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. \nBlood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online\, on the day of their donation\, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started\, follow the instructions at https://rcblood.org/3lR6aDe or use the Blood Donor App\, available on the App Store and Google Play. \n— \nABOUT THE AMERICAN RED CROSS: \nThe American Red Cross shelters\, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans\, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information\, please visit https://www.redcross.org/ or https://www.redcross.org/cruz-roja.html or follow @RedCross on Twitter.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/american-red-cross-blood-drive/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220118T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220118T203000
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SUMMARY:Bloomin' PGC Urban Farmers January Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:*REGISTER HERE!*\n\n\nJoin us for our next Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farmers Open Mic Night on Tuesday\, January 18!\n\n\n\nOur special guests are urban farmers Felice Hodge Denison of Primo Noir LLC and Stephanie Young of Blue Berwyn Farm. These urban farmers will share a few record-keeping strategies for crop planning and financial planning purposes for your urban farm enterprise. We will also share a few UMD Extension Resources for you to explore on your own!
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/bloomin-pgc-urban-farmers-january-open-mic-night/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC,Public Events,Virtual Events
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