Category Archives: Office of Ag
Celebrating Excellence in Agriculture: 2025 Frederick County Ag Award Winners Announced
The 163rd Great Frederick Fair kicked off with a heartfelt celebration of the people and [...]
Rooted in Growth: How Frederick County Supports Local Agribusinesses
Frederick County is home to one of Maryland’s most vibrant agricultural communities, with over 180,000 [...]
Cultivating Innovation: Agricultural Innovation Grant Applications Open October 1
Frederick County farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs, it’s time to mark your calendars! The Agricultural Innovation [...]
Frederick Food Business Entrepreneurship Program Receives 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Gold Award from the International Economic Development Council
Frederick economic development partnership acknowledged for innovative collaboration. FREDERICK, Md., Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The City of Frederick [...]
True Standard Distilling Co.: Raising the Bar for Maryland-Made Rum
In the heart of Frederick County, a bold new chapter in craft spirits is unfolding. [...]
Rooted in Conservation: How the Gardettos Are Protecting Maryland’s Farmland
Since 2018, Nancy and Charles Gardetto have proudly owned and operated Copper Penny Farm in [...]
Visit the Frederick County Office of Agriculture at The Great Frederick Fair!
It’s almost time for one of Frederick County’s favorite fall traditions—The Great Frederick Fair—and the [...]
Growing the Future: Frederick County’s Vision for a Farm Retail Innovation Center
Frederick County has long been home to some of Maryland’s most innovative and resilient farmers. [...]
Frederick County Farmers First in Maryland to Utilize MARBIDCO’s SANG Program
The Maryland Agriculture and Resource-Based Industry Development Corporation (MARBIDCO) Small Acreage Next Generation (SANG) program, [...]
Frederick County Awards $125,000 in Agricultural Innovation Grants
Seven Businesses Selected Through Competitive Process FREDERICK, Md. – Frederick County continues to support agricultural innovation [...]