Minorities in Agriculture and Natural Resources, and related Sciences. Their main objectives are: to promote programs in agriculture, natural resources, and the related sciences at the University and in the community; to attract and retain diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds in AGNR programs; and to provide academic, social, and professional support and networking opportunities for students in the programs of agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. More Information Research Maryland Agriculture Experiment Station Research Greenhouse Complex Center for Agriculture and Natural Resource Policy Center for Food, Nutrition, and Agriculture Policy Center for Food Safety and Security Systems Hughes Center for Agro-ecology Northeastern Regional Aquaculture Center Joint Institute for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition More Information Research and Education Centers Central Maryland Research & Education Center Lower Eastern Shore Research & Education Center Western Maryland Research & Education Center Wye Research & Education Center University of Maryland, Eastern Shore More Information <big>Partnerships with</big>USDAThe University of Maryland's partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture started in 1957, collaborating in such areas as dairy, agronomy, horticulture and agricultural biotechnology research.BARCThe USDA's Henry A. Wallace Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, works with the University of Maryland on agriculture, environmental, and natural resources research.APHISAnimal and Plant Health Inspection Service, also a part of the USDA, host the “Ag Discovery” program with the University of Maryland. The “Ag Discovery” program is a summer program for high school students, to learn about careers in agriculture. More Information Scholarships The University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources boasts a multitude of unique scholarship opportunities for students. The College is also one of only two colleges at the University to have scholarship support for incoming students. The depth of scholarships found in the Agriculture and Natural Resources are often made possible due to the tremendous support for Alumni, and donations. College Scholarships: 44 Outside Scholarships: 56 University of Maryland Scholarships: 12 Travel Scholarships: 4 Study Abroad and International Programs International Programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources (IPAN) Started in 1998, and was developed to the encourage research, education and outreach across the globe. The programs help other countries to improve their crop production, livestock management, and conservation practices. In return, the University and its students gain valuable knowledge and experience of other countries and cultures abroad.Azerbaijan – Studies revolve around the restoration and renovations of local oil field and solid waste disposal sites. Lectures will correspond with