• The first ship carrying Ukrainian grain set sail today with 26,000 tonnes of corn. Last week Russia and Ukraine signed separate agreements with Turkey and the United Nations.
• U.S Wheat Associate's weekly harvest report can be found here.
• Check out the latest grain bids online here.

Maryland Crop Program/Condition 

• Corn | 80% Silking | 43% Milk | 95% Above Fair Condition

Mark Fuchs honored at MD Commodity Classic

Mark Fuchs was awarded for his lengthy agronomic career and contributions to the grain industry. Fuchs has had a long-standing commitment to agronomic success and the advancement of common-sense nutrient management grounded in science for Maryland grain farmers. Congratulations to Mark! Read the full story here.

Midwest Grain Farmers Visit Shore

The Schmidt Family in Queen Anne's County was one stop on a four-day trip for farmers with the Iowa Corn Growers, and similar grain associations from Nebraska, Michigan, and Missouri. The group also visited Godfrey's farm, Fair Hill dairy farm, and Harris Seafood. Farmers were interested in learning more about Maryland's conservation practices. Read the full article here. 

Call to Action to Protect Atrazine

The National Corn Growers Association has launched a call-to-action asking advocates to submit comments to EPA in response to the recent announcement that they are revising the registration for atrazine. Be sure to submit comments before September 6th. Learn more here.

The wheat and barley variety disease data from the 2021 - 2022 planting season can be found in the PDFs linked above appropriately. 

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MDA Accepting Applications for Governor's Ag Hall of Fame

MDA is now accepting nominations of farmers and farm families for the Governor's Agriculture Hall of Fame, which pays tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to that state's leading industry. Nominations are due Friday, October 7, 2022. Learn more here.

Next Generation Fuels Act

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) introduced the bipartisan and bicameral Next Generation Fuels Act, a proposal that aims to leverage higher-octane fuels to improve engine efficiency and performance. Allowing the sale of fuels with greater octane levels would increase the amount of ethanol that can be utilized in the fuel supply, in turn lowering prices at the pump for consumers. Read more here.

Ask congress to co-sponsor the next generation fuels act. Contact your representatives today and encourage them to co-sponsor to act. 

HPAI Concerns Remain

Since July 2022, there have been 395 cases of avian influenza in the US which includes about 40 million birds. There is continued concern that the avian influenza virus will return to the broiler industry on the Delmarva this fall and winter. Read the full article here.

2022 Buy Local Cookout

Governor Hogan attended the 2022 Buy Local Cookout at the MDA for an evening of sampling dishes prepared by local chefs with local ingredients, live music, and exhibits featuring MDA programs. Read more here.

USGC Members Gather in Sacramento for 62nd Annual Board Meeting

The US Grains Council brought members together for its 62nd Annual Board of Delegates Meeting in Sacramento, CA. Hoffman stated that "14% of the world's grain exports come from Ukraine and 8 to 12 million people could be affected by food insecurities caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict." More here.

Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Expanding its Range Across our Area

The range of the invasive spotted lanternfly continues to increase as it threatens fruit trees, hardwood trees, and crops in a number of eastern states, including PA, MA, WV, and VA. Washington and Frederick Counties were added to the Maryland quarantine list for spotted lanternfly back in January 2022. Read more here.

Blessing of the Combines

The Annual Blessing of the Combines will be taking place on August 6th in Snow Hill, MD. The parade will begin at 11:00 AM.  

Annual 4R & Agronomy Field Day

The Delaware Maryland 4R Alliance is working with the University of Maryland Agronomy Program to host the annual Field Day. Come out to the Wye Research and Education Center in Queenstown, MD on August 31st. Learn more and save a seat here.

MD Ag Ambassador Applications Now Open

Applications are now open for the 2022-2023 Maryland Farm Bureau Ambassador program, a scholarship and leadership development initiative for Maryland's Farm Bureau member families. Winners will receive a $1,500 over time tenure as the ambassador, representing Maryland Farm Bureau at a number of events and more. Learn more about the program here.