Updates on Agriculture from Calvert County

Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022

Welcome to fall! It’s time to switch gears as we embrace cooler weather and autumn harvests. The first day of fall was on Sept. 22, and Calvert County has already begun to celebrate. Be sure to check out our agriculture website for the latest news and local happenings!

Fresh, Seasonal and Local Products in Calvert County

Are you looking for local products and seasonal decor? Be sure to stop by one of the weekly farmers' markets around the county.

Reminder to All Poultry Owners

Highly pathogenic avian influenza is circulating. Everyone needs to be vigilant with biosecurity practices. Be sure to check out the Maryland Department of Agriculture’s webpage with additional info and biosecurity tips.

October is Horse Month

Check out the Maryland Department of Agriculture Horse Industry Board webpage for the latest news and resources.

2022 Agriculture and Environmental Law Conference

Join fellow agricultural professionals and conservation experts at the annual Agriculture and Environmental Law Conference hosted by the Agriculture Law Education Initiative to discuss environmental regulation and agriculture in Maryland. This event will be held on Friday, Oct. 28 at the Crowne Plaza in Annapolis. Click here for more details and to register.

Did You Know?

The Maryland Small Business Development Center has many resources to help start, manage and grow your business. They offer several free online courses. Be sure to check out their training calendar .

Grant Opportunities Available

The Southern Maryland Heritage Area seed grant program is currently open. This grant opportunity is to support a variety of initiatives in the region including heritage tourism, cultural and natural resource conservation and education. Grant award amounts are up to $5,000, and match requirements can be cash, in-kind or a combination of both. For more information please visit Destination Southern Maryland.

Commission Vacancy

The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC) currently has a vacancy on its board. For more details on their commission and staff, please click he re.

Small Acreage Cover Crop Program

Gov. Hogan announces the launch of the Small Acreage Cover Crop Program to help underserved farmers and communities. Read more about this initiative here.

We would love to learn more about your business and assist you with your business needs. Reach out to us at info@choosecalvert.com.

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Keep an Eye on Events

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