From Laura Kefauver’s Fields: Women Who Grow Frederick

On a quiet farm in Myersville, something special is taking root. At Treasured Roots Farm, Laura is cultivating rare truffles, fragrant lavender, and a vision for the future—one season at a time.  Laura Kefauver and her family are first-generation farmers whose journey into agriculture began not with a business plan, but with [...]

Celebrating a Century of Service: Jane Smith, Pioneer of the Frederick County Farm Bureau Safety Camp

In a year celebrating the International Year of the Woman Farmer, it feels especially fitting to honor a woman whose life has been defined by service, stewardship, and a steadfast commitment to the next generation. Jane Smith, a beloved member of the Frederick County agricultural community, turned 100 years old [...]

Helping Frederick County Farmers Reach More Customers — And We Need Your Input

Frederick County has long been home to one of Maryland’s most vibrant agricultural communities. Our farms produce everything from fresh produce and dairy to specialty meats and value-added goods. But as consumer habits evolve and new technologies reshape how people shop for food, our farmers face a fundamental question: how [...]