Small Grain Field Days

We are excited to work with the Maryland Crop Improvement Association and the University of Maryland to showcase check-off funded research! Come tour the research centers, get credits, and enjoy food with other experts. We will be at the Wye on May 22nd and at Clarksville on May 23rd.

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  • 3:00 PM – Welcome
  • 3:15 PM – View Commerical Plots and Hear from Local Seed Retailers
  • 4:15 PM – UMD Small Grains Breeding Program – Dr. Vijay Tiwari
  • 4:40 PM – Systems Approach to Managing Fusarium Headblight – Dr. Nidhi Rawat
  • 5:00 PM – Nitrogen Rate in High Management Wheat – Dr. Nicole Fiorenillo
  • 5:20 PM – Dinner

2023 – 2024 On-Farm Trials

Check-off dollars are supporting on-farm trials for the second year. We are searching for volunteers to participate in one of the three studies. The University of Maryland On-Farm Trials Coordinator, Mr. Gene Hahn, will assist with all aspects of implementing the protocols and compensations will be provided. The three different opportunities are summarized below, more information can be found online here.

  • Spring 2024 – Corn Nitrogen Rate – The objective of this study is to evaluate corn yield response to a range of nitrogen application rates across Mid-Atlantic conditionshttps://bit.ly/TrialsForm. Cooperators will also be asked to participate in an end-of-season debrief with our research team.
  • Spring 2024 – Biological Product Evaluation – The objective of this study is to determine the impact of biological fertilizer enhancement products on corn yield. We aim to identify if there are conditions in Maryland where these products are more likely to increase yield.
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26th Annual Maryland Commodity Classic

We can’t wait to see you at our annual event on July 25th at the Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park. We are working on a great line-up for the day and of course ending the day with delicious local food. We are currently seeking event sponsors, if you are interested contact Elaine Draper at thompsonagconsulting@gmail.com. To register or sponsor by card, click here.

What are my check-off dollars being used for? Click here to learn more about funded grants and research updates! Proposals are accepted each November if you are interested in submitting a proposal.

The Maryland Grain Producers serves farmers across the state that produce corn, wheat, barley, and sorghum. Through the membership organization, we educate consumers and provide a number of services to our producers. The Utilization Board uses checkoff funding to provide opportunities, markets, and research to Maryland farmers.

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