Market and Trade News

• Ukraine's wheat production is forecast to fall to it's lowest in 12 years, here.
• U.S. Wheat's most recent harvest report can be found here.
• Canadian farmers plant most wheat in 22 years, here.
• Rain makes grain, crop report makes news, here.
• U.S. drought monitor from June 27th, here.
• Check out the latest grain bids online here.

Maryland Crop Progress

• Corn is 91% fair or in better condition.
• Wheat is 98% fair or in better condition and 7% harvested for grain.
• Barley is 45% harvested for grain.
• The webpage can be found here.

Ask EPA to Reconsider Its Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards

Biofuels are in jeopardy, again. The EPA's proposed multi-pollutant emissions standards rule unfairly excludes low-carbon ethanol from acting as a solution for lowering emissions. Please submit your comments before the July 5th deadline, here.

MDA & Nutrient Management

Since the recent announcement, there have been a lot of moving parts.

1) Two upcoming meetings:

• TODAY! Southern Maryland is meeting from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Charles County Soil Conservation District in Waldorf. Call 240-304-8535 to RSVP or for more information.
• The Eastern Shore meeting is taking place on July 13th at the Talbot County Community Center from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. For more information contact your local extension office.

2) MD Grain Producers will be at the forefront, if you would like to make sure your voice is heard, please complete this online form.

3) Atticks' shares his side of the nutrient management program and MDA's decision, read more here.

County Committee Elections

FSA county committees are a critical component of the day-to-day operations of FSA and allow grassroots input and location administration of federal farm programs. The committees are made up of three to 11 members who serve three-year terms. Learn more here.

Today is the last day for early entry in the National Corn Yield Contest at $75 per entry, learn more and sign-up today here.

We Are Here for YOU

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

American Farmers Feed the World Act of 2023

USW and NAWG and other agricultural organizations at a June 22nd press conference introducing the "American Farmers Feed the World Act of 2023," a bipartisan effort to "keep food in America's international food aid programs." The legislation aims to restore the original intent of the Food for Peace program without spending additional Farm Bill resources, all while safeguarding the interests of US farmers. Read more online here.

Delmarva 'Farm to Table' Students Honored with Mountaire Scholarship

Mountaire Farms handed out $30,000 in "Farm to Table" scholarships recently to help support graduating seniors who are pursuing careers in agriculture, culinary arts, or related fields that support food production and feeding the world. Learn more about the program and this year's recipients online here.

Funding Homegrown Biofuels as Part of Investing in American Agenda

USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA plans to invest up to $500 million from President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act to increase the availability of domestic biofuels and give Americans additional cleaner fuel options at the pump. Read more here.

NCGA Holds Third Annual Women and Mentors Retreat

NCGA welcomed growers and staff to this year's Women and Mentors retreat. The program focused on building a network of rising leaders, bringing women and mentors together to overcome workplace obstacles and share their leadership journeys to empower each other. Learn more here.

Legislation Introduced Increase Reimbursement During HPAI Outbreaks

A bipartisan measure introduced by U.S. Senator Chris Coons and Senator Roger Wicker would expand the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service compensation program to all poultry growers and layer operations within a highly pathogenic avian influenza control area - rather than only who flocks are infected. Read more online here.

Tractor Supply Supports Farmer Veterans with $100,000 Donation

Tractor Supply Company and the Tractor Supply Company Foundation have donated $100,000 to Farmer Veteran Coalition's Fellowship Fund. The Fund is a grant program that provides direct assistance to veterans in their beginning years of farming or ranching. Check it out here.

2023 Maryland County Fair and Show Schedule

View this guide to see the 2023 fair schedule across the state. The list is up to date as of June 12th and may be subject to change. The fair season kicks off with Baltimore County 4-H Fair on July 13th. View the guide here.

LEAD Maryland Class XIII

LEAD is accepting applications for its next cohort of Fellowship Program participants. Completed applications are due by October 1st. The application materials are available here. LEAD is holding information sessions virtually throughout the summer, the next one is July 13th and you can register here.

Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program & ERP Phase Two

PARP is here to assist eligible producers who experienced a revenue decrease in the calendar year 2020. Contact your local USDA's Farm Service Agency will for questions. Applications are due by July 14th, learn more here.

Cover Crop Program

The 2023-2024 sign-up has returned to in-person registration at your local Soil Conservation District. The program begins June 21st and ends July 17th. More information on the basic cover crop program can be found here. Returning for the second year, more information on the cover crop plus program can be found here.

Maryland Commodity Classic

The 25th Annual Maryland Commodity Classic will be here before you know it! We are excited to offer a great morning session, a full exhibit hall, and an entertaining meeting, ending with good food. We hope to see YOU on July 27th. To RSVP or to buy a ticket, click here.

Penn State's Ag Progress Days

Join others August 8th - 10th for Penn State's Ag Progress Days at the Russel E Larson Ag Research Center. Learn more here.

National Corn Yield Contest

The 2023 corn yield contest is currently accepting farms. The entry period closes on August 16th. Learn more here.

$500 Million for Improved Regional Conservation Partnership Program

RCPP leverages a voluntary approach to conservation that expands the reach of conservation efforts and climate-smart agriculture through public-private partnerships. Increased funding is made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act. Applications are now being accepted through August 18th. Learn more here.

Farm Progress Show

The 2023 Farm Progress Show is celebrating its 70th anniversary in Decatur, IL on August 29th -31st. Learn more online here.

USFRA's Honor the Harvest

USFRA is having its annual event from September 13th through 14th. More information is forthcoming and will be available online here.

National Sorghum Yield Contest

Registration is currently open and closes on November 15th. Learn more here.