Category Archives: Value-Added Agriculture
Stone Pillar Farm – Rooted in Family, Growing for Community
On a scenic 20-acre stretch in Frederick, Maryland, Stone Pillar Farm is cultivating more than [...]
Rocky Glade Farms: A Legacy of Preservation Through the County’s Installment Purchase Program
Nestled in the heart of Woodsboro, Maryland, Rocky Glade Farms stands as a testament to [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Blue Dreams USA: A Landscape of Happiness in Frederick County
For Jeff and Imelda, the journey to farming wasn’t traditional—but it was intentional. After long [...]
Rocky Point Creamery Earns Regional Grant to Support Herd Health
Rocky Point Creamery, a beloved local dairy producer in Frederick County, has been awarded $78,780 [...]