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Maryland Young Farmers Advisory Board Survey to Close March 7

The Maryland Young Farmers Advisory Board is offering one final reminder to Maryland’s young farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals to complete the Young Farmers Survey by the March 7th deadline.  Several prizes including Yeti tumblers are still available to win for those who participate. The survey aims to gather important insights into the operations and future prospects of Maryland farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals aged 18-45 who are proactively engaged in the agricultural industry in Maryland. By providing a platform for farmers and agricultural professionals to share their perspectives, the survey seeks to gain a comprehensive understanding of the industry’s current state and future outlook to help shape policy, programs, and opportunities to protect and grow the agricultural sector. 

“If you have not yet completed the survey, I urge you to do so,” said Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks. “Information gathered will be vital to helping the Department determine what the future of our programs and Maryland agriculture will look like.”

The survey, which takes around 20 minutes to complete, will help highlight the challenges and improvements needed in Maryland’s agricultural community. The feedback received will play a critical role in guiding decision-makers as they work to strengthen and safeguard Maryland’s leading industry. Once completed, participants can opt to be entered into a drawing to win exciting prizes. 

To participate in the 2024 Maryland Young Farmers Survey, please visit https://bit.ly/3VlvToi.

Source : maryland.gov

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Turning Better Feed Into Better Herds: Innovation in Forage Harvesting

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What happens when a dairy farmer gets frustrated with equipment that isn’t doing its job? In this episode, we sit down with Horning Manufacturing founder Leon Horning to hear how a problem in the feed bunk led to a globally recognized forage equipment company.

Born out of a third-generation dairy operation in Pennsylvania, Horning Manufacturing started with one goal: helping cows get more nutrition from silage. Leon shares how his father, Leon Sr., built the first kernel processor rolls in the family farm shop after seeing whole corn kernels pass through cows undigested — costing valuable feed efficiency and milk production.

We explore the company’s journey from a side project on the farm to an international manufacturer serving dairy farmers, beef operators, and custom harvesters around the world. Along the way, Leon discusses the evolution of pull-type forage harvesters, the engineering behind Horning’s “plug-and-play” kernel processor kits, and why reducing downtime during harvest can make or break a season.

The conversation also dives into Horning’s row-independent corn heads, practical equipment design, real-world customer stories, and how innovations born in the field continue to shape the company today.

Whether you’re a producer, equipment enthusiast, or simply love stories of grassroots innovation, this episode offers a fascinating look at how one farm family turned necessity into industry-changing technology.

Contact Horning Manufacturing today at 717-354-5040
https://www.horningmfg.com/