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Maryland Department of Agriculture

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Upcoming classes & exams

How to Write a Nutrient Management Plan

  • Dates: October 28th and 29th, 2026 | 9 AM to 3 PM both days
  • Location: (In person and virtual options available.) In person: University of Maryland Wye Education and Research Center | 124 Wye Narrows Drive | Queenstown MD 21658  or online via Zoom. Note: If fewer than 5 individuals register for the in-person option by October 14, 2026 the program will be moved to a fully remote format with no in-person instruction.
  • Provides an introduction to the Maryland nutrient management planning process from beginning to end. Participants will apply this information to the development of a real plan, written in its entirety, utilizing NuMan Pro 5.3 software. All certified nutrient management consultants will receive 6 continuing education credits. 
  • Cost: In-person, $30 for both days; no cost if you bring your own lunch or attend virtually. There is a one-time purchase fee for NuMan Pro 5.3, which is $75, paid for directly through a direct University of Maryland link. Instructions for purchasing NuMan 
    P​ro will be emailed two weeks prior to the program. 
  • Questions: Kayla Griffith at [email protected] or (310)-226-7403 
  • ​Registration deadline: October 21, 2026 at noon. (In person seating is limited.) 
  • Registration link: How to Write a Nutrient Management Plan

2026 Annual Nutrient Management Update

The Maryland Department of Agriculture will host its Annual Nutrient Management Update in early December to provide the latest program updates, research findings, and practical insights for certified nutrient management consultants and farm operators.

Participants may choose to attend one of two sessions:

  • ​December 2, 2026 – Maryland Department of Agriculture Headquarters, Annapolis, MD
  • December 3, 2026 – New Midway Volunteer Fire Company, New Midway, MD

The event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration begins at 9 a.m. 
The registration fee is $30, and payment must be received by November 20, 2026.

Attendees will earn 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) toward their Maryland Nutrient Management Certification.

To register, please print and mail the registration form - PDF - 270.19 KB with your payment to:

Maryland Department of Agriculture
Nutrient Management Program​
50 Harry S Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401.

Please note: MDA must receive your payment on or before November 19 to guarantee your spot. 

​University of Maryland Extension Agricultural Nutrient Management Meeting Calendar

Check out upcoming Farmer Training and Certification Classes, Consultant Training, Nutrient Management Voucher Training, and Certified Farmer Update Your Nutrient Management Plan Sessions. 

University of Maryland Extension Event Calendar​

Scroll through the calendar or search by topic for upcoming training events. To request course credit hours for your upcoming event, please email us at​ [email protected]

Learn and Earn CEUs Online

​The University of Maryland and other institutions provide excellent nutrient management webinars. Even if you cannot attend a session "live," you might be able to earn CEUs at a later date.