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Updated: March 17, 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: February 9, 2023

Mushrooms

Mushrooms, such as shiitake, oyster, and morel, are perhaps the most well known edible non-timber forest product. Long-valued for their culinary and medicinal properties, specialty mushrooms have been enjoyed locally and are widely used.
Morel Mushrooms in the forest
Updated: November 30, 2022

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.
Bulletion board with post it notes containing words for business planning.
Updated: January 26, 2022

MREDC Maryland County Contacts

County Offices provide local zoning, health, and business development resources and restrictions. On this page, you will find links to a variety of county-based agencies, offices, and organizations. Use these pages to 1.) Have access to current resources, 2). Determine which county agencies regulate your type of enterprise. 3). Develop a contact list of local business development contacts.
Map of the State of Maryland
Updated: January 7, 2022

Trending Enterprises in Maryland

The Trending Enterprises in Maryland Module contains resources for trending enterprises in Maryland.
Updated: July 27, 2021

Other Resources

Other Resources is part of the Maryland Retail Products Producer Program. This section will provide information on other resources that will help your product to become ready for retail.
Updated: July 27, 2021

Getting Things Right

Getting Things Right is part of the Maryland Retail Products Producer Program. This section will provide information on supply, storage, purchasing, establishing prices, ordering and delivery schedules, invoicing and payment terms, and product promotions.
Hand Truck with boxes
Updated: July 27, 2021

Regulations and Insurance Requirements

Regulations and Insurance Requirements is part of the Maryland Retail Products Producer Program. This section will provide information about food processing regulations, food safety, and regulatory requirements, pest control, food venture insurance coverage.
books and hammer
Updated: July 27, 2021

Sales and Marketing Tools

Sales and Marketing Tools is part of the Maryland Retail Products Producer Program. This section will provide resources on marketing channels and tools to sell your retail products.
Target marketing
Updated: July 27, 2021

Product Development and Production

Product Development and Production is part of the Maryland Retail Products Producer Program. This section provides information on product development and production practices.
Commercial Kitchen