NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT TRAINING
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Agricultural Nutrient Management Training Program
December 2 or 3, 2026
| 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.
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.
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October 28- 29, 2026
| How to Write a Nutrient Management Plan This workshop, offered by the University of Maryland Extension Agricultural Nutrient Management Program, 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.
Course Details: 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. 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 Pro will be emailed two weeks prior to the program.
Registration Deadline: October 21, 2026 at noon. (In person seating is limited.) |
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Ongoing
| 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.
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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]
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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.
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Turfgrass Nutrient Management Program |
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Statewide Certification Exams 2026
| 2026 Certification Exam Schedule and Application
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September 23-October 14
| NEW: Weekly Recertification Webinars
Please fill out this form to register for our new weekly recertification webinars held every Wednesday from September 23rd through October 14th.
Each session is approved for up to 2 CEUs, with a total of 8 CEUs available throughout the month-long series.
To accommodate varying schedules among PFAs, the sessions will alternate between morning and afternoon time slots:
September 23: 9:00–11:00 AM September 30: 1:00–3:00 PM October 7: 1:00–3:00 PM October 14: 9:00–11:00 AM
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Training and Education
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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 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
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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"
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