• A total of 14 ships have now departed from Ukraine, more here. 
• Ag economist says China is on track to break the record it set last year for purchases of American agricultural products, read more here.
• 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 | 85% Silking | 58% Milk | 30% Dough | 93% Above Fair Condition

Congratulations to our Executive Director, Lindsay Thompson, and her family. They welcomed a handsome little boy Tuesday, August 9th at 12:08 PM. We are excited for the newest grain member, Cole Willard Thompson!

Tractor College | Next Monday

This educational workshop will cover topics such as tractor operation, maintenance, hazardous materials, towing, legal risks, road safety, and much more! August 15th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Lunch will be provided. Please pre-register for the free event below. You can also find more information below.

There is still time to recycle your Pesticide Containers. Check the flyer out here.

CIG On-Farm Trial Funding Available

NRCS has opened up the application period for Conservation Innovation Grants for on-farm trials. This year's funding priorities are climate-smart agricultural solutions, irrigation water management, nutrient management, and soil health. Applications are being accepted now through 9/22/2022. Learn more here. 

Inflation Reduction Act Passes US Senate

On Sunday, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The bill would provide significant investments for agriculture, including over $20 billion in funding to support farmers' implementation and expansion of voluntary on-farm conservation practices and $500 million to provide greater market access for higher blends of biofuels. Read more here.

Grain Growers Urged to Back Atrazine

"Farmers need every tool in the toolbox to control weeds while avoiding herbicide resistance" said Lindsay Thompson. Lancaster Farming has more to say here. You can protect atrazine by submitting comments to EPA here.

August agronomy news covers the 2022 small grain variety trials, soil sampling for nematodes in soybeans, broiler grower settlement forms, solar on the farm, and regional crop reports 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

Marguerite Guare, marguerite.mdag@gmail.com, Administration

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

Alexis Langenfelder, alexisdelaney25@gmail.com, Student Intern

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Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments

The attorneys general of 10 states is backing a proposed rule by the USDA. The USDA soliciting comments on its proposed rule until August 23rd. The proposal would require poultry dealers to provide information to producers compared with other producers with more specifics about the chicken that they provide, read more here.

Precision Ag Study

In 2021, a study found that farmers who use precision technology saw a 4% increase in crop production, a 7% increase in fertilizer placement efficiency, a 9% reduction in herbicide and pesticide use, and 6% reduction in fossil fuel use. More here.  

Increased Gluten Quality Varieties Coming Soon

Oklahoma State University Wheat Genetics Chair, Brett Carver has been working to develop new wheat varieties through OSU's Wheat Improvement Team that have better gluten strength to produce higher quality bread products. The full article can be found here.

Staff Share Grain Council's Mission at MD Commodity Classic

US Grains Council staff met with farmers and other attendees of the 2022 Maryland Commodity Classic in July to share information about the organization's work and global trade. Full story here.

National Corn Yield Contest

The Yield Contest is nearing the entry deadline of August 17th. For those who have signed up, harvest forms are due by November 30th. Winners will be announced on December 14th. More here.

US Grains Council App

The US Grains Council has an app! You can make conversions simple. Learn more here. 

Farm Credit Field Day

Come out to Chesnut Manor Farms to view the 2022 variety trial sponsored by Farm Credit. The field day will be on August 16th starting at 4:00 PM. Learn more. andRSVP online here.

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.

Sprayer and Pesticide Application Twilight Meeting

The University of Maryland Extension will be having an event on September 1st in Keedysville. The meeting will begin at 5:00 PM, learn more and register here.

Golf with DCA

The Delmarva Chicken Association will have its annual college scholarship golf tournament on Thursday, October 6th on the War Admiral course in Berlin, MD. Early bird registration of $125 per person or $500 per foursome ends August 31st. Registration will close by September 23rd. Register 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.