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OBITUARY
MEMBER EVENT A continued

support the country’s only USDA- through its propagation systems. of Maryland Extension—your
certified organic nursery. The partnership is essential to the success
The 2025 Field Day was a
session emphasized long-term soil of our events. We are grateful for
tremendous success, thanks to the
stewardship and sustainability. the support of our annual Wye Oak
efforts of the speakers, attendees,
The final station featured Raemelton and especially the Raemelton sponsors and Black-Eyed Susan
Farm Sales and Marketing Manager Farm team. Their hospitality and sponsors, whose contributions are
Angela Burke, who highlighted commitment to advancing the vital to the success of our programs.
the farm’s in-house propagation nursery industry made this year’s For more information about the CPH
program, including seedlings, rooted event both memorable and Program and upcoming events,
cuttings, and field-budded trees. impactful. including the annual Breakfast,
Participants learned how Raemelton MNLGA also extends sincere MANTS, and Chesapeake Green,
ensures consistency and quality please visit mnlga.org. A
appreciation to the University

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT:
UME’s Dr. Paula Shrewsbury answers a question while
guiding attendees through her station.
Raemelton’s Andrea Burke shares insights into the
farm’s seeding and propagation procedures.
Steve Black leads attendees through a tour of the
farm’s organic plant pasture.
Attendees converse and reflect on presentations as
they move between stations.
UME’s Ginny Rosenkranz enjoys learning about the
many innovative initiatives taking place at Raemelton
Farm.
Steve Black discusses the organic crop processes and Lauren J. Bottcher
production methods used on-site. Communications and Events Coordinator
office@mnlga.org
Attendees discuss presentations.
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