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Updated: November 7, 2024

Cultivating Entrepreneurship

Thinking about starting or expanding an agricultural or food-related business but not sure where to start? Book an entrepreneurial coaching session with The University of Maryland’s Entrepreneurial Coaching Team for farm and food entrepreneurs.
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Updated: October 16, 2024

Industrial Hemp Production in Maryland: Frequently Answered Questions (FS-1172)

As industrial hemp production becomes legal in the US, new and experienced growers alike have questions about its cultivation, management, and marketing. This factsheet answers frequently asked questions about hemp production in Maryland. Information contained within this document is current as of June 2021. The UMD Industrial Hemp webpage (https://extension.umd.edu/programs/agriculture-food-systems/program-areas/fruit-vegetable-production/alternative-crops/industrial-hemp) will house the most updated information on hemp production in Maryland. Authors: Nichole M. Fiorellino, Emily Zobel, Karen Rane, and Andrew Ristvey; Title: Industrial Hemp Production in Maryland: Frequently Answered Questions (FS-1172)
Updated: August 12, 2024

Urban Agriculture Grower Meetings

A list of meetings for Urban Agriculture growers.
Cultivate Baltimore: Hand-scale farm tools at Strength to Love 2 in Baltimore, City, August 15, 2019
Updated: July 30, 2024

Integrated Program Meetings

A list of meetings/events for the integrated program.
Agriculture Law Conference 2019
Updated: May 2, 2024

The 4 “Ships “of Beginning Farming (Or Any Start-up Business) Part 1: Mentorship

For any start-up business venture or new learning challenges there are four “ships” in the road map to success: mentorship, relationships, partnerships, and ownership.
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Updated: May 2, 2024

The 4 “Ships" of Beginning Farming (Or Any Start-up Business) Part 2: Relationships

Farming is a relationship-centered industry. This article will introduce you to key relationships a beginning farmer or agricultural entrepreneur should cultivate.
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Updated: September 28, 2023

Beginning Fruit Producer Resources

Compiled information on the best beginning fruit producer resources from around the state and beyond.
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Updated: April 12, 2023

Starting a Farm Enterprise in Maryland (EBR-2022-0648)

Starting a farm or adding a new farm enterprise can be an enjoyable and attractive business decision. This factsheet lists contacts and resources to explore as you consider a new or expanding farm enterprise. Resources from government agencies and organizations provide production information vital for starting and operating a successful farm business. Author: Shannon Dill; Title: Starting a Farm Enterprise in Maryland (EBR-2022-0648)
Updated: March 2, 2023

Enterprise Selection

Maryland Beginning Farmer Success Guidebook section covering topics such as, Formulate a Farm Strategy, Organic Production and Certification, Understanding Farm Equipment Needs, Food Safety Overview, Resources and Web links, Enterprise Selection Review
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Updated: February 9, 2023

Learn more about mushroom production (fungiculture)

This article summarizes methods of producing mushrooms, and where aspiring growers can learn more.