Maryland State Fair
Droplets on leaves can trigger stress responses
LUND, Sweden — In contrast to humans, plants cannot feel pain. However, so-called mechanical stimulation — rain, wind and physical impact from humans and animals — contributes to the activation of a plant’s defense system at a biochemical level. This...
Emerging technologies can improve water efficiency
(Editor’s note: Laura Temple is a contributing editor for the U.S. Soybean Export Council.)CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — Crops are thirsty. They use water to take in nutrients and facilitate processes to grow, flower and yield. And they are finicky. Each crop...
UD researcher finds drought fighter in soil
GEORGETOWN, Del. — Some discoveries happen by accident. Consider how Sept. 28, 1928, unfolded: Alexander Fleming, back in the lab after a vacation with the family, was sorting through dirty Petri dishes that hadn’t been cleaned before he went...
Irrigation Association welcomes new clean water rule
FAIRFAX, Va. — The Irrigation Association welcomes the new definition of “waters of the United States,” which was released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, along with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, on Dec. 11. Once the new...
Getting the most out of your scheduling investment (Choice Voice)
(Editor’s note: James Adkins is an irrigation engineer with the University of Delaware’s Carvel REC.) If you were to ask me 6 years ago, “What is the best way to schedule irrigation?,” I would have confidently answered “soil moisture...
Visit the Dairy Princess display at U-Learn Farm
Did you know that milk is Maryland’s official state beverage? As the 2018-19 Maryland Dairy Princess, I am excited to promote milk, cheese and yogurt at a variety of events throughout the year. I will educate consumers about where their...
‘This title has changed my life’
On Aug. 24, 2017, I was given the title of Miss Maryland Agriculture 2017. This title has changed my life in so many amazing ways. It had been 49 years since Cecil County had a representative win the state title. Bringing this recognition...
Welcome to the 137th Maryland State Fair
Driving through the beautiful Maryland farmland and by the Chesapeake Bay, I can’t help but be thankful for those who work so hard to provide the food for our tables, the clothing for our backs, the horses for our recreation, and so much...
Showing sheep teaches lessons in and out of the ring
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — Olivia Scuderi has been working with sheep her entire life. Though she is only 15 years old, she has already competed in several national shows and will be competing in her fourth year of shows at the Maryland State...
Livestock judging assists in other successes
Lizzy Miller has grown up around sheep her whole life, and this year she is able to give back to the industry through serving as the 2018 Maryland Lamb and Wool Queen. This may only be her second year showing at Maryland State Fair, but,...
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