NEW Equine Seminar
We would like to invite everybody who is interested to join us the evening of Wednesday, June 19, 2013 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm for a special presentation being hosted by the Maryland Horse Industry Board. This exciting talk centers around the proposal to bring horse parks into Maryland, an initiative by the MHIB since 2007. What is a horse park? It acts as a marketplace where horse breeders, trainers, and enthusiasts can trail ride, drive, compete, and sell their animals in a centralized location.
The keynote speaker for this talk is Mr. Todd Gralla, who has extensive international experience in the construction and design of equine facilities. After the talk, he will be taking questions about Horse parks. The location for this program will be at the Agricultural History Farm Park at 18400 Muncaster Road, Derwood, MD 20855. The event is FREE and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP by Friday, June 14 to Valerie Dambrosio. The full invitation can be viewed HERE.
The last day to report kill-down or harvest for 2012-2013 cover crop is May 31, 2013. The Sign-up for 2013-2014 cover crop begins on Monday, June 24, 2013 and runs until Monday, July 15, 2013 For more information on this year's cover crop program, please contact the district at 301-590-2855 or contact J Harne at j.harne@md.nacdnet.net.
Nutrient Management Update
The 2012 Nutrient Management Law is gradually being implemented. As of Spring 2013, Manure, biosolids, and other organic nutrient sources must be injected or incorporated into the soil within 48 hours of application. There are exceptions for spray irrigation on a growing crop, permanent pastures, hay production fields, and highly erodible fields. Information clarifying exceptions can be viewed HERE.
As of Fall 2013, additional requirements will need to be met regarding cover crops. Information on this and additional requirements planned for 2014 and beyond can be viewed HERE. The Soil Conservation District is working closely with producers to understand the impact that the new Nutrient Managment Law will have on producers and is actively searching for situations where producers may be exempted from certain requirements. However, this requires feedback from those most affected by the law and your opinion is greatly encouraged. Feel free to contact the District at 301-590-2855 if you have any additional concerns or would like to know how the district can assist you in meeting the requirements of the new law.
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