Maryland Department of Agriculture

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NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT TRAINING

Agricultural Nutrient Management Training Program​​​​

DATE
 ​CLASS DESCRIPTION
​​​​December 15, 2025 ​​
​​2025 Annual Nutrient Management Update
The Maryland Department of Agriculture will host its Annual Nutrient Management Update on December 15, 2025 at MDA's headquarters building in Annapolis **Please note, the December 15 Update is filled and no longer accepting registrations.​​

Attendees will earn 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) toward their Maryland Nutrient Management certification.​
​​Ongoing through
April 9, 2026

​Nutrient Management Voucher Training Schedule
Farmers: Are you up to date on your nutrient voucher training? If you apply nutrients to 10 acres or more, you'll need to complete a 2-hour training course every three years to comply with Maryland's nutrient management requirements. University of Maryland Extension (UME) and MDA offer both in-person and online sessions to make it easy for you. 
​Ongoing through March 10, 2026
​Winter Crop Production Meeting Schedule
Farmers: Get the latest research and data to make informed 2026 growing decisions. Crop meetings focusing on agronomy, urban farming, forage, fruit, and vegetable production are now underway. Attendance is free, and meetings will be held in person and virtually. Don't miss the opportunity to earn pesticide recertification and nutrient management credits at these meetings. 
​​February 6, 2026

​​Maryland Nutrient Management Certification Exam​
The Maryland Nutrient Management Certification Examination will be offered on February 06, 2026. This exam is for farmers and consultants who want to write nutrient management plans for others. There is a $50 non-refundable certification fee, however, government personnel are exempt with a Government Sales and Use Tax Exempt certificate. The test consists of 100 multiple choice questions selected from twelve knowledgeable areas.  
​Ongoing
​NEW UM 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. 
​Ongoing
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]​
Webinars
(Available Anytime)
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. 

​Turfgrass Nutrient Management Program ​​​​

NAME
 CLASS DESCRIPTION​​
Statewide Certification Exams 2025​
2025 Certification Exam Schedule and Application 

​Training and Education​
LIVE IN-PERSON EVENTS AND ZOOM WEBINARS:
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In-person PFA recertification training (2 CEUs) at CMREC in Clarksville
A Deep Dive into Soil Health: Sampling and Analysis
Date: November 13, 2025
Location: 4240 Folly Quarter Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Accurate soil testing starts with proper sampling and interpretation. This session covers best practices for collecting turfgrass soil samples, understanding key soil parameters, and turning lab results into sound nutrient management decisions.​
Register

In-person PFA recertification training (2 CEUs) at MDA Headquarters
Turfgrass Nutrient Management: Beyond NPK
Date: December 9, 2025
Location: 50 Harry S. Truman Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21401
Go beyond the basics of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to explore the role of micronutrients and soil amendments in turfgrass management. Learn how to identify deficiencies, interpret test results, and make informed decisions to improve turf vigor and soil health.
Virtual PFA recertification training (2 CEUs)
The Ins and Outs of EEFs
Date: February 12, 2026
Location: Virtual
Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers can boost nutrient use efficiency and environmental performance. Learn how different EEF technologies work, when to use them, and how to integrate them into your turf nutrient management program.

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RECORDED RECERTIFICATION WEBINARS:
Continuing Education Training Webinar (Recorded)​ 
December 14, 2021
Course # 121421wwa
Using Technology to Improve Effectiveness of Nutrient Applications, John Emerson, University of Delaware Cooperative Extension​
​Earns 1 continuing education credit for Renewal of Professional Fertilizer Applicator Certification 
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Continuing Education Training Webinar (Recorded)
Soil Health: A Guide to Understanding and Creating Healthy Soils, Andrew G. Ristvey, University of MD Extension
December 14, 2021
Course # 121421wwb
Earns 1 continuing education ​credit​ for Renewal​ of Professional Fertilizer Applicator Certification

Continuing​ Education Training Webinar (Recorded​)​
Nutrient Management Training​ 
May 10, 2021
Course #051021UWW
Earns 2 continuing education ​credits​ for renewal​ of Professional Fertilizer Applicator Certification
​Go to Webinar
Get Quiz​​​
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Soil Testing for Effective Nutrient Management​ (Recorded)
January 8, 2015
Course #2008
Earns 2 continuing education credits for renewal of Professional Fertilizer Applicator Certification 
Part 1: "Soil Testing for Effective Nutrient Management"
Go to Webinar and Get Quiz​
Part 2: "Plant Mineral Analysis"

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Maryland Department of Agriculture
50 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401
410-841-5700 or Dial 7-1-1 for Maryland Relay