Maryland Department of Agriculture

09/15/2026

Additional aerial spraying will take place this evening--September 15--in the following communities in Dorchester County:

Andrews
Bishops Head
Black Water
Crapo
Crocheron
Golden Hill
Lakesville
Robbins
Susquehanna
Toddville
Wesley
Wingate

For more information: https://tinyurl.com/5ecpts37

09/15/2026

Calling all Maryland horse enthusiasts! 🐎

Have you registered for the inaugural Equine Conservation Summit yet?

For more information and to register, click here: https://tinyurl.com/y26crkr9

09/14/2026

Unscheduled mosquito control activity will occur after 7:30 p.m. ET in and around the Hopkins Landing community in Baltimore County.

For more information: https://tinyurl.com/2nscj79h

Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services

09/14/2026

Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks visited Bear Branch Malt in Carroll County last week to speak with owner and operator, Brad Humbert about Maryland craft malts.

Malts are one of four main ingredients in the making of beer (water, malt, hops and yeast) and are created from barley, rye and oats.

Malts actually add most of the flavor and color in the beer and hops can add to the flavor. To understand the flavors of malts, Brads set up a “hot steep” so we could see and taste the differences between types of malts.

There are only two malting houses in Maryland currently. It takes a lot of work and passion (and capital!) but it leads to a delicious all local product that’s truly Maryland grain to glass.

Brad grows some of the wheat and rye he uses but also works with other farmers to turn their raw product into malts that breweries around the state can use. Next time you have a Maryland beer ask if they’re craft malts!

You can also celebrate by attending one of the Bear Branch events. Cheers!

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor the lives lost, support their families, and remember the bravery of our first responders. Today and every day, Maryland remembers.

25 years ago, our world changed forever. The terrorist attacks that day took nearly 3,000 lives, including the lives of 68 Marylanders.

Today we honor those we lost, their families, and the brave first responders who risked their safety to save others. We must never and will never forget.

09/11/2026

has announced $6 million in grant funding to expand processing capacity for invasive, wild-caught catfish. Funding can help eligible processors build or modernize facilities, purchase equipment, adopt new technologies and train workers.

Eligible projects may receive between $50,000 and $2 million, with applications due December 7, 2026.

More information: https://www.rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-release/usda-announces-6-million-support-processing-invasive-wild-caught-catfish-and-improve-food-and

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09/10/2026

It’s the final weekend of the Maryland State Fair! Make it memorable by exploring everything we have to offer. Thrilling rides, delicious food, and extraordinary exhibits await you! Swing by the Maryland Department of Agriculture booth in the Cow Palace to cheer on our dedicated 4-H and FFA members one last time. This is your chance to support our future farmers and enjoy a fantastic event! For essential info and updates, visit https://www.marylandstatefair.com/—we can’t wait to see you there!

09/10/2026

Are you an educator looking to teach environmental science lessons to students through grades 3- 8 for free?

Stop scrolling and check out Welcome to Your Watershed! It's an interactive, FREE online activity toolkit designed by MDA and Maryland Public Television for elementary and middle school students.

For more information: https://tinyurl.com/4x8s34dz

09/09/2026

🌾 Happy World Agriculture Day! 🚜
Did you know that agriculture is Maryland’s largest commercial industry? Every single day, our agricultural community works tirelessly to sustain our tables, protect our environment, and power our economy. From the fields of Western Maryland to the Eastern Shore, thank you to the farm families who make our state thrive. Today and every day, remember to buy local! Visit MarylandBest.net to support a producer near you.

09/09/2026

🌾 From groundbreaking to grain exports!

Back in April, the Maryland Department of Agriculture joined state and industry partners to break ground on a new grain transloading facility at the Port of Baltimore.

Today, we’re excited to celebrate its opening — and a major new connection between Maryland farms and markets around the world!

https://governor.maryland.gov/news/press-releases/moore-miller-administration-announces-new-grain-transloading-facility-port-baltimore