Category Archives: Office of Ag
Cultivating Knowledge, Growing Community: The 2025 Ag Advocate of the Year- Dr. John George
In Frederick County, agriculture is more than an industry—it’s a way of life, a tradition [...]
Best Practices for Applying to the Frederick County Ag Innovation Grant: Maximize Your Chances of Success
Frederick County’s Ag Innovation Grant is a powerful opportunity for local agricultural entrepreneurs to bring [...]
Preserving History and Legacy: The Story of Mackey’s Choice Farm
Mackey’s Choice Farm, a 119-acre farm in Keymar, is set to settle in the Maryland [...]
Honoring a Legacy: The 2025 Farm Family of the Year – OCS Dairy, the O. Clayton Smith Family
Each year, Frederick County celebrates the families who form the backbone of our agricultural heritage. [...]
Maryland Department of Agriculture and Maryland’s Best – Helping Farmers Connect to Consumers and Businesses
Maryland’s Best is a state-wide marketing program operated by the Maryland Department of Agriculture and [...]
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. [...]