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A “Vaccine” for Crops

A “Vaccine” for Crops

Did you know that farmers protect their seeds from pests well before planting them? One tool Maryland farmers use is seed treatment — specifically, a class of products called neonicotinoids. While the name sounds complex, the concept is simple. Jason Scott, a farmer...
From Point to Pint

From Point to Pint

Stillpoint Farm began in 2007 when Tom Barse and his wife, Carolann McConaughy, set out to find the perfect piece of land in Frederick County. “Carolann had had a small farm where she raised horses in Howard County, and I had started farming in the 1970s in Preston...
How Cows Thrive During the Winter

How Cows Thrive During the Winter

Winter transforms the landscape at Deere Valley Farm, a 160-acre farm in Dickerson that has been in the Baker family since the 1920s. While the fields of corn, wheat and soybeans rest under a blanket of frost or snow, the farm’s 120 head of Angus-cross cattle adapt to...
Recharge and Reconnect with Cow Cuddling

Recharge and Reconnect with Cow Cuddling

Brandywine Cow Cuddles offers an experience that’s perfect for the colder months: cow cuddling. This is a one-of-a-kind activity that provides a therapeutic way to unwind and connect with nature. The owner of Brandywine Cow Cuddles, Aiden Dart, is a former COO of a...
Fiber Art Gifts Bring the Joy of the Season

Fiber Art Gifts Bring the Joy of the Season

A haven for creativity, sustainability and the love of animals, Withers Wool and Farm is more than a fiber farm. Owned and operated by Marc Withers, the 23-acre Woodbine farm is home to Merino sheep, Angora goats, Blue Cochin chickens and even peafowl. With a focus on...
Growing a Healthier, Connected Community

Growing a Healthier, Connected Community

Asawana Farms isn’t just a place where vegetables grow; it’s a hub for community, culture and health. Located in Upper Marlboro, this half-acre urban farm specializes in culturally significant African and Caribbean crops, operating on a powerful principle: “Food is...