Category Archives: Office of Ag
The Highland Cow Effect: How One Cow Changed Victoria Buchanan
What started with a love for horses and a dream of owning two Highland cows [...]
Going Digital: Reaching Customers Where They Already Are
A Frederick County family is planning their Saturday morning. They want fresh strawberries, but instead [...]
A Legacy in the Fields- Crystal Spradlin
Crystal Spradlin was born and raised in Walkersville, Maryland, and proudly continues her family’s rich [...]
Leading With Grit- Joyce Geisler
As we celebrate the International Year of the Woman Farmer, we honor the strength, resilience, [...]
Stocking What Sells: Matching Your Products to Customer Demand
Every farmer makes a bet at planting time. You decide what to grow, how much [...]
Rooted in Experience: Welcoming Sara Kidd to Frederick County Extension
Frederick County’s agricultural community has a new resource in Sara Kidd, the recently appointed Agriculture [...]
Who Is Your Customer?- Understanding the People Who Buy Local
You know your Saturday morning regulars by name. You know who picks up a dozen [...]
Celebrating a Century of Service: Jane Smith, Pioneer of the Frederick County Farm Bureau Safety Camp
In a year celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer, it feels especially fitting [...]
Helping Frederick County Farmers Reach More Customers — And We Need Your Input
Frederick County has long been home to one of Maryland’s most vibrant agricultural communities. Our [...]
Preserving Maryland’s Farmland: A Legacy at Mayne’s Tree Farm
Mayne’s Tree Farm is a cherished part of Frederick County, a beloved destination for families [...]