Maryland Agricultural Commission Seeks Horticulture Nominations

ANNAPOLIS, MD (June 9, 2015) – The Maryland Agricultural Commission – an advisory body to the Secretary of Agriculture which represents all major commodities in Maryland  –  is seeking a fruit grower to fill the Horticulture position on the commission. As a group, commission members address legislative and policy issues that affect Maryland agribusiness.

To be considered, applicants must be Maryland residents and have experience in the field they are interested in representing.  Appointments are made by Governor Larry Hogan, and each member is eligible to serve two, 3-year appointed terms.  The Commission meets the second Wednesday of each month from 9:00 until noon throughout the year. All forms must be received by June 24.

To be considered, contact Jessica Armacost at jessica.armacost@maryland.gov or 443-883-0217 for more information and application forms.

Additional information about the commission and applications are available online

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