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 [...]