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Welcome to the Maryland Risk Management Education Blog, provided by the University of Maryland Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics. This blog provides readers with information on risk management issues important to Maryland agriculture, upcoming events, and new materials that may interest readers.


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MicroFarm Insurance Program


Beginning and Veteran Producer Crop Insurance


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UME Family Communications and Estate Planning Webinar To Be Held Mar. 17



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When Estate Planning Goes Wrong: Why Might a Receivership Be Required?



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Sequestering Carbon: What To Think About With Carbon Contracts



Sign Up for Farmers Market Manager & Vendor Workshops


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North Carolina Court Rejects Challenges to Changes Made to State Right-to-Farm Law



New Publication Release Related to Crisis Management and Hiring Employees



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USDA Announces $75 Million to Fund Technical Assistance Programs for Underserved Producers










