Queenstown, Maryland (April 20, 2022) – The Maryland Grain Producers Utilization Board collects 0.5% of the net value of every bushel for corn, wheat, barley, sorghum, and triticale sold across the state. These funds are used to conduct research on important grain production issues, educate youth and consumers on the industry, and develop new market opportunities.
You can read about the progress and ongoing work of our 2021 funded projects in our newly released Grain Store. This annual publication should be in your mailbox any day now.
In this year’s annual report, you can also discover our newly funded 2022 grants, view our top national yield contestants, read about our 2021 awardees, and much more! You can also read the 2021 Grain Store on our website here.
John Bruning said, “We were thankful that farmer dollars were allocated by our farmer board in a way that makes a positive difference in grain production.” John currently serves as the Utilization Board’s President. The Utilization Board is made up of farmers, government staff, agribusiness representatives, and others. They review all grant applications annually and meet six more times throughout the year.
Lastly, be sure to save the date for the 2022 Maryland Commodity Classic, scheduled for July 28th at the Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park. Our team has invited USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and is working on a great line-up of presenters and sponsors.
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