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Mark your calendars! The La Plata Farmers Market returns on April 3! This beloved local market is a great way to #BuyLocal and #ShopSmall for a variety of farm produce, prepared foods and beverages, handicrafts, bath and beauty products from small Southern Maryland businesses.

This just in!📢@GovLarryHogan proclaims March 21-27 as Maryland Agriculture Week to recognize the critical role the industry plays in producing food and fiber for the citizens of Maryland and beyond! More info. on #MdAgWeek and ways to celebrate here➡️bit.ly/2OWnZnh

Buying a live tree is more than a nostalgic tradition, it’s good for the environment —helping to absorb carbon, provide wildlife habitat, and stabilize soil and water resources. bit.ly/2zVNhqN #MyMdFarmers #ChristmasTree #Holidays #Evergreen #CutYourOwnChristmasTree

COVID-19 can bring a lot of uncertainty and stress, so having a concrete farm transition plan in place can help ease worries and better prepare for the future. bit.ly/2HnXN0N

Did you know? Maryland's horse industry contributes more than $1 billion to the state's economy $500 million+ in employee income. #MyMdFarmers #MarylandHorseMonth #MarylandEquestrian #Horse #Equestrian

MUST WATCH📺: Maryland farmers like Gilbert Bowling of Newport Valley Farm and @somdmeats are stepping up to help replenish local food banks! bit.ly/3euICie @fox5dc @SMADC #MarylandUnites #stillfarming

NEW COVID-19 RESOURCE❗️Check out our guidance for Maryland pick-your-own operations during the current state of emergency: bit.ly/3bxEWun

Last Call: Online Registration ends TOMORROW for 3/8 Horse Summit in Annapolis! - mailchi.mp/smadc/new-farm…

Don't Miss: Early Bird Ends Today for 3/8 Horse Summit in Annapolis! - mailchi.mp/smadc/new-farm…

Don't miss the Southern Maryland Horse Summit on Sunday, March 8th! Treat yourself to a fun day devoted to all-things-horse-related. Early Bird Tickets end Friday! Register today at bit.ly/2HkBjuq.

Great charcuterie workshop with Meredith Leigh at @SMADC today. #ethicalmeat #goodfood Ended like this ...

2⃣ EPISODES LEFT of @mdfarmtv season 7! Segments on tomorrow's episode include: 🐔Installing solar panels at Rusty Rooster Farm 🌽Making Maryland's largest corn maze at Winterbrook Farms 🌶️Pepper harvesting at Holiday Memories Farm More info here: bit.ly/2uyt4I2

Looking for #Maryland seafood products? Don’t miss the state’s premier wholesale food & beverage expo. marylandsbest.maryland.gov/marylands-best…

Are your farm animals safe for the winter months? Check out this article on some tips that can help. survivopedia.com/how-to-keep-yo…

News Release: Baltimore County Horse Tests Positive for Equine Herpesvirus bit.ly/2Ox8pdC

SAVE THE DATE: The @MDsBest Food & Beverage Expo is on Jan. 22 at the Navy Stadium in Annapolis! This event connects MD producers and processors to buyers from retailers, restaurants, schools, food distributors, etc. Register before Dec. 16th! More info: bit.ly/2Kg6vN2

SMADC has released the 2019 edition of the Farm Holiday Guide, a free booklet featuring over 80 Southern Maryland farm products and events available during the holidays. Download now at bit.ly/36JrFgq.

SMADC will begin accepting Mini-Grant applications on November 1, 2019. The grant closes on December 31, 2019; awards will be announced by mid-February, 2020. Learn more at bit.ly/2qZtVPX.

The Agricultural and Environmental Law Conference on Nov. 14 features a range of experts who will share ideas and info on current #legal issues impacting farming communities. Register by 11/7. ow.ly/1nUG50wVfcj #event #ag #farm

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