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SUMMARY:ARAC Meeting (June 2024)
DESCRIPTION:***Notice of Public Meeting***\n\nThe Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee (ARAC) will meet on:\nWednesday\, June 12\, 2024\n2:30 PM – 3:30 PM\n\nThis meeting will be held both in-person and virtually\, via Zoom (see details below). It will be located at the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District Office\, at 5301 Marlboro Racetrack Road\, Upper Marlboro Maryland 20772—in the lower-level conference room.\n—\nJoin the Zoom Meeting here:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88509590943?pwd=HgqmmsE8YLraS0QUsFfObIvV1WzHfN.1\nMeeting ID: 885 0959 0943\nPasscode: 0369\n—\nDial by your location\n• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)Meeting ID: 885 0959 0943\nPasscode: 0369\nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcml1GGukm\n\n\nThe ARAC is organized exclusively to serve as a link between the farming community and local government\, in pursuit of agricultural activities in the County. \n\nRead More About ARAC Here
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/arac-meeting-june-2024/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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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.  \nThe Black Cherry Tomato seedlings are now out of stock for the remainder of the year! \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-3/
LOCATION:Bowie Farmers Market\, 15210 Governer Oden Drive\, Bowie\, MD\, United States
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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-2/
LOCATION:Darnall’s Chance House Museum\, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, 20772
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T130000
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240319T183000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - March 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 Nights! These events are a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share relevant information. While the topics are aligned with soil health and conservation\, 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\, regardless of scale or jurisdiction\, are welcome to join us! \n**This month’s meeting will be virtual** \nSoil is the common foundation of all food production\, regardless of the size of the operation or crops being grown. Understanding your soil’s biology can help to steward it better and create a thriving garden. Lisa Blazure\, the Pennsylvania Soil Health Coalition coordinator\, is an experienced home gardener and soil health educator. She will break down the basics of soil biology for nutrient cycling\, building organic matter\, and growing nutrient-dense crops. Bring your questions and curiosity! \nLisa is an experienced conservation professional who advocates for improving soil health to achieve water quality goals\, grow nutrient-dense foods\, and enhance farm profitability. She works for Stroud Water Research Center and serves as the coordinator for the Pennsylvania Soil Health Coalition to foster collaboration among numerous stakeholders involved in soil health education and research. Lisa networks with a broad range of colleagues to advance soil health initiatives. Prior to joining the Stroud Center\, Lisa was the agricultural technician for the Clinton County Conservation District and worked in the Chesapeake Bay and Nutrient Management Programs. She currently serves on the Pennsylvania No-Till Alliance board and the Pennsylvania Sustainable Agriculture Board. \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\, and the Office of Food Security to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County. For more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-march-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240304T173000
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (March 2024)
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-march-2024/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240220T193000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - February 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 Nights! These events are a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share relevant information. While the topics are aligned with soil health and conservation\, 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\, regardless of scale or jurisdiction\, are welcome to join us! \n**THIS MONTH** \nOpen Mic Night will feature Dr. Cerruti Hooks\, a Professor in the Department of Entomology at University of Maryland. Dr. Hooks will speak on Integrated Weed Management\, a holistic approach to controlling weeds while supporting biodiversity on the farm. In addition\, the NRCS District Conservationist for Prince George’s County\, D.C. and Baltimore\, Colleen Kiefer\, will speak on Natural Resources Conservation Service’s conservation practices that support integrated weed management and potential funding opportunities associated with them. \nRegister here \nAnd for 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\, and the Office of Food Security to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-february-2024/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231204T173000
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (December 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-december-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231128T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231128T183000
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231106T153000
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (November 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-november-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231029T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231029T150000
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SUMMARY:soilSHOP at The Capital Market
DESCRIPTION:  \n                                           \n  \n                      \n  \n Join The Capital Market\, Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, and partners for Prince George’s County’s first soilSHOP event!  \nAlong with sponsoring partners\, CDC’s Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)\, USDA\, and the EPA\, we invite urban farmers\, gardeners\, and outdoor play enthusiasts to bring a soil sample for a FREE lead screening. Please check out our instructions on how to collect a soil sample below. Please note this event is rain or shine. Samples will be screened on a first come first served basis. There will be community health workers available to answer questions. If we receive more requests than we have time to screen\, you are welcome to leave your sample and our USDA-NRCS screener will contact you via email with the results. \nWHEN:  October 29\, 2023\, 12pm – 3pm \nWHERE: The Capital Market at Creative Suitland \n4719 Silver Hill Rd\, Hillcrest Heights\, MD 20746 \nREGISTER: https://TCMsoilSHOPpg.eventbrite.com \nSoilSHOP Partners Exhibiting at the The Capital Market at Creative Suitland: \n\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)\nEnvironmental Protection Agency\nUSDA Natural Resources Conservation Service \nPrince George’s Soil Conservation District\nPrince George’s County Health Department\nPrince George’s County Department of the Environment\nPrince George’s County Master Gardeners (UMD Extension)\nPrince George’s County Office of Food Security\nPrince George’s County Food Equity Council\nChesapeake Bay Foundation\nThe Windsor Group to discuss the USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program\n\nInstructions for Collecting a Single Soil Sample \n\n(Note: For more than one sample\, repeat steps 1-5.) \nStep 1: Identify an area of interest for your soil sample. \nStep 2: Collect Soil – For a large area\, collect soil from 5-10 random spots in that area\, and combine in a clean container. For a small area\, collect soil from 3 random spots and combine in a clean container. (See table below for sampling depth per spot.) \nStep 3: Mix soil well in a clean container. \nStep 4: Remove pebbles\, rocks\, and roots\, and air dry. Do not use a flame\, oven or hairdryer to dry the soil! \nStep 5: Transfer 1 – 2 cups of the mixed soil into a clean one-quart Ziplock bag. Please label the bag with your name and contact information (clearly print both phone and email)! \nRinse your container between samples. Limit of 3 sample bags/person. \n  \n\n\n\nArea of Interest\nSampling Depth for Each Random Spot\n\n\nUrban Farm or Garden Area\nCollect soil from the surface down to 6-8 inches deep\n\n\nPlay Area (non-garden)\nCollect all soil from the surface down to 1-2 inches deep\n\n\n\n  \n\nQuestions about the event? Contact Ashley Drakeford (The Capital Market) or Kim Rush Lynch (Prince George’s Soil Conservation District). \nAshley – 240.257.5363\, ashley@thecapitalmarketmd.com \nKim – 301.574.5162 x3\, karlynch@co.pg.md.us
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/soilshop-at-the-capital-market/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231027T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231027T120000
DTSTAMP:20230929T134347Z
CREATED:20230929T134347Z
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SUMMARY:Cover Crop Workshop at Clagett Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at CBF’s Clagett Farm for an informative and engaging cover cropp workshop! This workshop is tailored to new\, beginning\, or small-acreage farmers interested in learning more about cover crop methods on regenerative operations. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour Clagett farm and learn about how the farm plans and executes cover crops. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/cover-crop-workshop-at-clagett-farm/
LOCATION:Clagett Farm\, 11904 Old Marlboro Pike\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231014T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231014T120000
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SUMMARY:2023 Prince George's County Community Garden Summit
DESCRIPTION:Current & aspiring gardeners\, please join us for informative garden talks and a tour:\n\nJon Traunfeld discusses climate-resilient gardening\, the importance of healthy soil\, and heat-tolerant vegetable varieties. Jon is Program Director\, University of Maryland Extension\, Home & Garden Information Center.\nEsther Mitchell moderates a discussion of your community garden’s your community garden’s new ideas\, challenges & successes. Esther is Horticulture and Master Gardener Coordinator\, University of Maryland Extension and Prince George’s County Department of the Environment.\nLearn about funding opportunities for soil and water conservation practices such as high tunnel systems and raised beds from Colleen Kiefer of the Natural Resources Conservation Service and Kim Rush Lynch of the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District. Hear about how the District’s Urban Ag Conservation program assists urban farms and community gardens.\nTour the Urban Farm Incubator at Watkins Regional Park to see the work of beginning farmers using regenerative\, certified naturally-grown\, and organically-grown agricultural best practices.\n\n\nLight breakfast fare will be provided courtesy of the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District. \nFollow this link to register: 2023 Prince George’s County Community Garden Summit Tickets\, Sat\, Oct 14\, 2023 at 9:30 AM | Eventbrite \nQuestions? Contact Bridget Warren\, Program Manager\, Office of Food Security at bewarren@co.pg.md.us or 240-521-8047. \n\nThis Summit is sponsored by the following Bloomin’ PGC Partners \n\nPrince George’s County Office of Food Security\nPrince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation (M-NCPPC)\nPrince George’s County Planning Department (M-NCPPC)\nPrince George’s Soil Conservation District\nPrince George’s County Department of the Environment\nPrince George’s County Food Equity Council\nUniversity of Maryland Extension
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2023-prince-georges-county-community-garden-summit/
LOCATION:Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center\, 431 Watkins Park Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20774\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ranching for Profit Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This Ranching for Profit Workshop is designed for producers looking to transform their operation into a profitable business with less work and stress. Workshop attendees will dive deeper into the principles behind farm economics and increasing farm profitability\, giving you the tools and insights you need to improve your business. \nDay 1 (Oct 12th): Three Secrets for Increasing Profits \n\nSetting a profit target and working backwards to achieve it\nProject profit or loss using the RFP 7-step profit planning model\nUse benchmarks to identify your profit drivers and find your “dead wood”\nRestructuring your operation for profitability\n\nDay 2 (Oct 13th): Cattlemen vs. Grassmen – Economic Leverage of Grazing \n\nThe value of cattle vs. the value of grass\nStocking rate vs. carrying capacity\nSoil health is the foundation of ag business health\nApplying the 3 secrets for increasing profits into the 5 cell grazing principles\n\n\nThis 2-day workshop will be taught by Dallas Mount\, one of the experts on the Ranching for Profit team and current owner of Ranch Management Consultants. Dallas has sat at hundreds of kitchen tables and delivered workshops to thousands of ranchers across the US\, Canada\, and Australia to help them improve the profitability and overall health of their businesses. \nThe workshop will feature a small group approach with team and class discussions\, case studies\, videos\, constant interaction\, and direct application to the participants’ own situation to make for a fun and effective learning environment. \nThe event runs from 9 AM to 5 PM each day. Lunch will be provided each day. If you have questions or need assistance please contact your local county Extension office or the Western Maryland Research and Education Center at 301-432-2767. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to the event. \nThis event is brought to you by University of Maryland Extension\, the Maryland-Delaware Forage Council\, the Maryland Grazers Network\, and NE SARE. Thank you to our event partners! \nMore information regarding registration can be found here. \n\n*University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race\, age\, sex\, color\, sexual orientation\, physical or mental disability\, religion\, ancestry\, or natural origin\, marital status\, genetic information\, political affiliation\, or gender identity and expression. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to the event.*
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/ranching-for-profit-workshop/
LOCATION:Howard County Fairgrounds\, 2210 Fairgrounds Road\, West Friendship\, MD\, 21794\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maryland Research & Education Center (WMREC)":MAILTO:agrev@umd.edu
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - September 2023
DESCRIPTION:That’s right: We’re back! The 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*** THIS MONTH … IN-PERSON ONLY*** \nTour plots and learn about unique specialty crops from the trainees of ECO City Farms’ Beginning Farmer Training Program. You’ll also learn about their latest project\, the Compost Outpost\, a soil health and food waste recycling initiative. Because we are meeting IN PERSON\, feel free to bring a snack to share (not required…we’ll have some granola bars and water on-hand). \nIn addition to this evening’s topic\, farmers are invited to share their enterprises\, and discuss challenges and opportunities they face in growing for-profit and for donations in Prince George’s County. Join our monthly meet-ups to 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!). \nAdditionally\, this is a great time for you to share recommended tips\, resources\, and upcoming events. \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\, and the Office of Food Security to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County. \nRegister: https://Open-Mic-ECO-BFTP-Tour.eventbrite.com
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-september-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230911T173000
DTSTAMP:20230911T193059Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (September 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-september-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Prince George's Soil Conservation District":MAILTO:karlynch@co.pg.md.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230807T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230807T173000
DTSTAMP:20230718T144745Z
CREATED:20230718T144422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T144745Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (August 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-august-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230710T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230710T173000
DTSTAMP:20230705T161254Z
CREATED:20230705T161254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T161254Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (July 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-july-2023/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230605T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230605T173000
DTSTAMP:20230605T190939Z
CREATED:20230605T190520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T190939Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting (June 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-june-2023/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Prince George's Soil Conservation District":MAILTO:pgscd@co.pg.md.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230603T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230603T140000
DTSTAMP:20230614T181244Z
CREATED:20230428T143815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T181244Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230516T203000
DTSTAMP:20230510T190135Z
CREATED:20230510T184140Z
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SUMMARY:Bloomin' PGC Open Mic Night - May 2023 - Stormwater Management
DESCRIPTION:Register at: Urban Farm Stormwater Management – May 2023 Open Mic Night Tickets\, Tue\, May 16\, 2023 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite \n\nJoin us! The 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! Held on Zoom\, 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 *** \nArman Milanian of Ray-Honay Farm and Dandelion Foodscapes will stormwater management challenges and various techniques and opportunities to utilize storm water on an urban farm. Arman helps landowners convert all of their unused lawn into useful edible landscape and to create climate resilient communities. \nIn addition to this evening’s topic\, farmers are invited to share their enterprises\, and discuss challenges and opportunities they face in growing for-profit and for donations in Prince George’s County. Join our monthly meet-ups to 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!). \nAdditionally\, this is a great time for you to share recommended tips\, resources\, and upcoming events. \n\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\, and the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/bloomin-pgc-open-mic-night-may-2023-stormwater-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Prince George's Soil Conservation District":MAILTO:pgscd@co.pg.md.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230501T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230501T173000
DTSTAMP:20230501T122913Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T203000
DTSTAMP:20230413T123904Z
CREATED:20230413T123904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T123904Z
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SUMMARY:Bloomin' PGC Fresh Produce Safety Considerations - April Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:The 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! Held on Zoom\, 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! \nNote: Must have at least 10 farmers registered by noon the day of the Open Mic Night or it’s subject to cancellation. \n*** THIS MONTH *** \nCarol Allen\, an Agent Associate in Food Safety at the Department of Plant Science at University of Maryland\, will provide us with an overview of fresh produce safety considerations. Carol works with her UMD colleagues to provide farmers with training in basic Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and advanced GAP to assist growers in understanding food safety risks on their farm and developing/implementing a food safety plan to minimize those risks. The training can also assist growers in obtaining GAP certification frequently required by buyers. \nIn addition to this evening’s topic\, farmers are invited to share their enterprises\, and discuss challenges and opportunities they face in growing for-profit and for donations in Prince George’s County. Join our monthly meet-ups to 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!). \nAdditionally\, this is a great time for you to share recommended tips\, resources\, and upcoming events. \nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative\, click here. \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\, and the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/bloomin-pgc-fresh-produce-safety-considerations-april-open-mic-night/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230321T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230321T203000
DTSTAMP:20230313T121944Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night Tuesday (3/21/2023)
DESCRIPTION:The 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! Held on Zoom\, 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 \nNote: Must have at least 10 farmers registered by noon the day of the Open Mic Night or it’s subject to cancellation. \n  \n*** THIS MONTH *** \nLinda Jones of Elements of Nature will talk about companion planting and interplanting\, two crucial best practices in all farming and growing environments. She’ll provide you with proven and helpful tips to help you improve the overall health and productivity of your harvests. Stephanie Young of Blue Berwyn Farm will provide a farmer’s perspective on interplanting and relay cropping including the reasons to do it\, the factors to consider when choosing an interplanting pair\, as well as some pairs that have worked for Stephanie on her space-limited farm. \n  \nIn addition to this evening’s topic\, farmers are invited to share their enterprises\, and discuss challenges and opportunities they face in growing for-profit and for donations in Prince George’s County. Join our monthly meet-ups to 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!). \nAdditionally\, this is a great time for you to share recommended tips\, resources\, and upcoming events. \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\, and the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-tuesday-3-21-2023/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230320T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230320T170000
DTSTAMP:20230310T204544Z
CREATED:20230310T204544Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230225T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230225T163000
DTSTAMP:20230214T190859Z
CREATED:20230214T190655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T190859Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230221T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T210000
DTSTAMP:20230217T181016Z
CREATED:20230217T175927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230217T181016Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night Tuesday (2/17/2023)
DESCRIPTION:The 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! Held on Zoom\, 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  \nNote: Must have at least 10 farmers registered by noon the day of the Open Mic Night or it’s subject to cancellation. \n*** THIS MONTH *** \n  \nWe’ll chat with Liz Robinson of The Garden International about how to use financial statements to make informed decisions about your business!  \nWhat’s on the agenda? \n\nlearn more about The Garden International and its Controlled Environmental Ag operation\nunderstand the role of production costs\ndiscuss how product pricing plays a factor\nreview the spring Open Mic Night schedule\nlearn more about Soil Conservation District’s Spring Seedling Giveaway & Vendor Fair Event\nreview other upcoming programs/events of note\n\nIn addition\, farmers are invited to share their enterprises\, and discuss challenges and opportunities they face in growing for-profit and for donations in Prince George’s County. Join our monthly meet-ups to 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!). \nAdditionally\, this is a great time for you to share recommended tips\, resources\, and upcoming events. \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\, and the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-tuesday/
LOCATION:Virtual
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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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SUMMARY:Bloomin' PGC Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, 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 for our first Monthly Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night of 2023! Held on Zoom\, this event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information.\n\nThis Month\, we will check- in and recalibrate for the 2023 season by: \n·        Nailing down our winter/spring Open Mic Night schedule\, \n·        Gathering information from you for an upcoming soil testing workshop with ECO City Farms and NRCS \n·        We will hear from Terry Hampton (Soil Conservation District’s Spring Seedling Giveaway & Vendor Fair Event Coordinator) about participating in our 2nd annual community event\, and \n·        Review upcoming programs and priorities for the 2023 season\, as well as share our farm preparation checklists \nRegister at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/checklist-for-the-2023-season-january-2023-open-mic-night-tickets-514102082167?fbclid=IwAR2Q6V9Kf-8xrVMuMqFKNLTqRkOK3HO5wF-78-RVBnvdmIB611gzgX5_ofg
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/bloomin-pgc-open-mic-night/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Bloomin' PGC,Virtual Events
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