MDA Schedules Public Briefings on the Revised Phosphorus Management Tool Regulations

ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) will host a series of public  briefings across the state for farmers, environmental interests, local governments and other stakeholders on the Phosphorus Management Tool revised regulations.

During these briefings, MDA will explain the Phosphorus Management Tool regulations and the process by which they were developed and revised. MDA will also outline resources available to farmers to help them manage the impact of the regulations as well as answer any questions or address any concerns farmers may have. The briefings aim to inform farmers of the new proposal prior to the 30-day public comment period, which begins with publication in the Maryland Register anticipated for Oct. 18, 2013.

MDA will hold three public briefings as follows:

Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
The Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company
79 West Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793

Tuesday, Oct. 8 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Wicomico Youth & Civic Center
Flanders Meeting Rooms
500 Glen Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21804

Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Talbot County Community Center
10028 Ocean Gateway
Easton, MD 21601

For more information, contact the Nutrient Management Program at 410-841-5959.

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