Market and Trade News

• If the current corn export pace were to continue, export would exceed WASDE forecast, more here.
• With a multi-year strategic partnership, Growmark and Indigo Ag announce FS cooperatives will expand distribution and sales of Indigo's portfolio of biological products, more here.
• NCGA released its quarterly economic update, which can be found here.
• The most recent Cobcast analyzes the takeaways of the Republican sweep, more here.
• USDA reports 87% winter wheat emerged with 7% in good/excellent condition, more here.

Top News

Hundreds Protest Maryland Power Line

A public meeting held by a New Jersey energy company last week about its proposed transmission line across the state felt more like a protest of the controversial project as hundreds of residents, including farmers, harangued company representatives. Read the full story online here.

Potential for U.S. Agriculture to Be Greenhouse Gas Negative

The final report outlines how combining reduced GHG emissions from some agricultural activities with increased carbon sequestration in other could achieve GHG-negative agriculture. Read the full report online here.

University of Maryland Variety Trials

The 2024 variety trials for Soybeans and Corn have recently been posted. Be sure to check the results out online here.

Custom Rate Survey

The University of Maryland Extension is updating their custom work rates, machinery rental rates, and hired labor costs. Please take a few minutes and complete this survey for what you have been charged or what you charge, you do not need to complete the entire survey. Find it here.

Join Us and Support Wheat Growers and in 2024 sWHEATstakes

Buy a $100 ticket to win one of these great prizes - 2024 F-350 Lariat Pickup, 2024 Polaris Adventure Side by Side, 2024 John Deere Zero Turn Mower, or $5,000 cash. All proceeds go to support the National Wheat Foundation's charitable and education efforts, learn more online here. Maryland Grain Producers has tickets available if interested contact Elaine Draper at 443-262-8491.

November Agronomy News by the University of Maryland Extension, here.

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Lindsay Thompson, lindsay.mdag@gmail.com, Executive Director

Jenell Eck McHenry, jenell.mdag@gmail.com, Programs and PR Director

Jennifer Gannon, jennifer.mdag@gmail.com, Programs and PR Assistant

Elaine Draper, thompsonagconsulting@gmail.com, Administrative Assistant

Farewell Toast to Senator Cardin

Lindsay Thompson gathered with many constituents, including former MGPA Board Member Chip Councell, on Maryland's Eastern Shore to say thank you to Senator Cardin for all he's done for the environment, agriculture, small business, health care, and much more during his tenure in the U.S. Senate.

2025 Vouchers and Cost-Share

Join the Mid-Atlantic 4R team on December 16th for a morning webinar on Mid-Atlantic Opportunities for the 2025 growing season! Register for the free online webinar here. Read about funding opportunities that you can take advantage of online here.

2024 Tubes and Trainings Complete in Maryland

The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board funded three new Grain Bin Rescue Tubes with trainings and a joint-training at the Maryland Commodity Classic this year. With the help of other agricultural partners, there are 80 rescue tubes in close proximity to Maryland grain farmers. Read more and find your nearest tube online here.

Install A Grass Buffer on ShoreRivers

Farmers and agricultural landowners in the Chester watershed (Kent and Queen Anne’s counties) are eligible to take advantage of a new grass buffer and grasslands program through ShoreRivers. In partnership with the Delmarva Restoration and Conservation Network and generous funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, we’re currently able to provide technical assistance, flexible width buffers, and incentive payments for those who participate. Grassland and grass buffers can enhance income on marginal land while reducing runoff and improving water quality email Laura at lwood@shorerivers.org to get started. 

Will Agricultural Weeds Finally Claim the Upper Hand in our Climate

A few years back, a group of weed scientists showed that soil-applied herbicides are less effective against agricultural weeds in the context of our changing climate. Now the same research group has shown the same is true of post-emergence herbicides. Read more online here.

Winter Crop Production Meetings

Your local agriculture agents are getting ready and planning Winter Production meetings. Don't miss the opportunity to earn pesticide recertification and nutrient management credits at these meetings. More here.

Maryland Farm Bureau Convention

The Annual Convention and Meeting of Delegates is taking place December 7th through the 10th at the Hyatt Chesapeake in Cambridge. Michelle Miller, the Farm Babe will be presenting on Saturday! Be sure to register by November 22nd. Register online here.

Smarter Phosphorus Solutions for Sustainable Farming

You are invited to join the PA4R alliance's upcoming Science subcommittee meeting online, December 11th from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Join PA4R for engaging discussion with Steve Levitsky. To register email Amanda Bunn at amanda.bunn@tnc.org.

Cultivating Innovation in Maryland's Agriculture and Technology

Join UME on December 12th in Annapolis, MD for a full day conference filled with exploration into the technologies transforming the agriculture sector. Learn more about the agenda and register here.

Delaware Ag Week

Delaware Agriculture Week welcomes you to the Delaware State Fairgrounds for a week of in-person learning from Monday January 13th to Thursday January 16th. Credits will be available for Marylanders. Learn more and register online here.

Keystone Farm Show Continues to Grow

This year's Keystone Farm Show is the largest in its 27-year history. You will see every type of equipment, products, or services a farmer needs to keep their business running as efficiently and profitability as possible. The Show will be held at the York Fairgrounds January 7th through 9th. Learn more about the show here.

2025 Commodity Classic

Housing and Registration is now open! This year's event will take place in Denver, Colorado and will begin on Sunday, March 2nd. Save the date and register here.

Delaware Farm Bureau's Summer Internship

The Delaware Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for its 2025 summer internship program. College students interested in gaining hands-on experience in agriculture while developing their advocacy and leadership skills are encouraged to apply by December 31st. Learn more here.

Farm Credit Foundation Scholarship

The Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement is awarding at least 20 scholarships, each valued up to $10,000, to students dedicated to pursuing a career in agriculture. Applications are now being accepted until January 3rd. Read the full press release online here.

Maryland Grain Producers Scholarship

The 2025 scholarship is now live! The Maryland Grain Producers has increased funding to the next generations, funding up to $20,000 in scholarships for the 2025 - 2026 school year. Applications are due by January 15th. Learn more about our scholarship online here!

CDL Grant

The 2025 application is currently open and will close on January 15th! The Maryland Grain Producers voted to fund two grantees with a $2,000 grant. These funds will be sent to the recipient after they have obtained their license. Apply online here.

Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Adviser Scholarship

The Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisers are opening their 2025 scholarship application for undergraduate students working towards a degree in agriculture. Preference will be given to students interested in crop science/agronomy. The board agreed to fund up to $1,500 in scholarship funding for the 2025 school year. Applications are due January 31st, learn more here.

National Corn Growers Association Scholarship

The National Corn Growers Association is excited to announce the launch of its Fall 2025 Scholarship Program, aimed at supporting students pursuing educational opportunities in agriculture and related fields. Applications are now open and will close on January 31st. Learn more online here.

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