The relationship between agriculture and the environment is complex and dates back to the first cultivated fields. In recent years, the Chesapeake Bay’s health has been a focus for local communities and has even taken on national attention. This focus has brought concerns about modern agriculture practices and its effect on the Chesapeake Bay and tributaries.
Local farmer and Chester River advocate, Paul Spies, will be the speaker on Tuesday, September 9 at the kickoff of the fall Learn at Lunch porgrams, sponsored by Washington College’s Academy of Lifelong Learning (WC-ALL). Understanding what agriculture on the Eastern Shore looks like today and what it will look like in the near future is important for solving environmental problems.
Spies’ family farms in Talbot County growing barley, wheat, corn and soybeans. Recently, they have diversified their operation to include a vineyard and a one-acre greenhouse complex. For the past six years, Spies has worked with the Chester River Association promoting agriculture Best Management Practices (BMPs) and helping communication between agriculture and the general public. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in Agriculture Economics.
The program will be at noon at Hynson Lounge, Hodson Hall on the Washington College campus. Members – $15, Non members – $20. Reservations required. Reservation deadline is Thursday, September 4. For more information call (410) 778-7221.
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