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Howard County, Maryland has a total land area of 161,394 acres
- of which
approximately 25 percent is farmland.
Agriculture is among the top five industries in the county - accounting
for more than $200 million in sales each year.
There are 318 farms with an average size
of 125 acres.
Howard County's major crops include dairy and livestock, corn and small
grains, and hay and pastures. Tree fruit, small fruits, and vegetables
add to the farm income. Pick-your-own operations, roadside stands, and
on-the-farm markets are important outlets for these commodities.
New
emerging agricultural products in Howard County include nursery
products, turf, bedding plants, and landscaping materials.
Latest Newsletter
Howard County Economic Development Authority -
Agriculture Pages
President’s Message - May 2008
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New Ag Marketing
Web Site
From Mastering
Marketing - Spring, 2008
Looking for information about
alternative agricultural and natural resources enterprises?
Working on your marketing plan and need help with product pricing?
There is a new web resource that provides timely information on
such topics as value-added products, sustainable marketing
opportunities, information for new and beginning farmers, and a
host of links and resources for agricultural and natural resources
entrepreneurs.
While many articles,
publications, and links have already been posted, the site is
still under development. Through an on-line survey on the site,
you can contribute suggestions for additional materials and
topics. Your input is valuable and appreciated.
Please visit
http://agmarketing.umd.edu,
browse the site, complete the brief survey, and bookmark this site
for future reference. |
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