AGRICULTURAL NEWS FALL 2025 | | |
Fall Into Agriculture
Mark Your Calendar: Upcoming Events
| | Fall has arrived in Calvert County, and there’s so much to enjoy! This season is full of traditions to bring together our community. Shop fresh at local farmers markets, pick pumpkins and explore corn mazes. | | | | |
Calvert County Fair
Sept. 24 - 28
Calvert County Fairgrounds
Fair Admission $10 for those 12 and older.
Children 11 years old and younger are free.
Support the agricultural community at this year’s fair! Explore 4-H projects, food judging, the Ag Showcase trailer, Farm Bureau, Soil Conservation exhibits, “Farmer for a Day” and more.
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Shuck It! Solomons
October 11 | Noon
Solomons
Shuck It! Solomons is a new event celebrating the Chesapeake Bay’s rich oyster heritage. Enjoy a variety of oyster and seafood dishes, live entertainment, take themed boat rides, explore interactive demonstrations and shop special retail offers. Grab your Oyster Passport and explore participating Solomons businesses for a chance to win oyster-themed prizes!
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Farm Fall Fun
Celebrate the season by visiting one of Calvert County’s local farms. Pick pumpkins and mums, wander through corn mazes, and snap fall photos with your family. Wherever you go, take a moment to connect with the agricultural community through decorations, activities and traditions.
See the beauty of the fall season in action: watch our newest video, Fall Fun on the Farm.
| | October is a month of celebration honoring our rich traditions with Maryland Horse Month, National Farm to School Month and National Seafood Month! | | October - Maryland Horse Month | | National Farm to School Month | | We’re celebrating Homegrown School Lunch Week from Monday, Sept. 29 to Friday, Oct. 3, as part of National Farm to School Month. You can celebrate with a visit to a local farm listed on our Visit Our Farms webpage. Some farms regularly offer educational events and story times, so check out our Calvert Ag calendar and the business’ information for more details. | | | October is National Seafood Month, the perfect time to enjoy Maryland seafood right here in Calvert County! Oyster season is open, crabs are meaty, and invasive Chesapeake blue catfish are abundant. Support local restaurants and retailers serving genuine Maryland seafood this season. Explore our Harvest Guide to see what’s in season. | | |
View a Full Listing of Events on the Calvert Ag Calendar
Did you know the CalvertAg calendar at the bottom of our homepage features online and in-person trainings for farmers, as well as on-farm educational events for the public?
Farmers can submit events online by visiting the Agriculture Calendar, or by contacting Economic Development at 410-535-4583 or via email at info@choosecalvert.com. Farmers, please check that your business listing is up to date. If you would like to be listed, submit a request form.
| | Shop Fresh from the Farm | | |
Continue to shop fresh and local this fall at Calvert County’s farmers markets.
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Tuesdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m., through Nov. 25 at the CalvertHealth north entrance parking lot, 130 Hospital Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
- Saturdays, 8-11:30 a.m., through Oct. 25 at the North Beach Senior Center parking lot, 9010 Chesapeake Ave, North Beach, MD 20714
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What's In Season
Fall is the perfect time to enjoy the freshest local foods, from leafy greens and potatoes to oysters. Explore our Harvest Guide to see what’s in season now, and use our lists of roadside farm stands and local products to see when and where to shop!
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Discover delicious ways to enjoy the bounty of Calvert County farms and waters. From savory blue catfish and freshly harvested oysters to crisp kale and sweet apples, there are so many flavors to bring to your table. Add in hearty potatoes, colorful squash, and other autumn vegetables, and you have the makings of comforting meals that celebrate the season. Check out our featured recipes for inspiration!
· Crispy Maryland Blue Catfish
· Maryland Oyster Stew
· Kale Chips
· Caramel Apple Cake
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Safety First
For drivers’ safety, get tips on sharing the road with farm equipment by visiting our farm equipment safety on road webpage.
For farmers’ safety, get information on mental health, accidents, equipment, training and more by visiting the AgriSafe Network.
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Zoning: Livestock and Poultry
Did you know livestock and poultry can be kept on residentially assessed parcels under the county zoning ordinance? Acreage, sanitation and setbacks are determining factors in what is allowed. Learn more about chickens and livestock on non-farm properties by visiting our Calvert County Hobby Farmers page.
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Funding Opportunities
Financing for agricultural objectives is likely to come from multiple sources, such as collateral, loans and grants. Depending on the objective, one funding source or multiple sources may meet your needs.
Visit the Agricultural Focused Financing & Grants webpage to explore grants and financing that will help you start or diversify your agriculture enterprise. Contact us at info@choosecalvert.com with any questions!
| | | Created by Calvert County Communications & Media Relations | |
Calvert County Department of Economic Development | 410-535-4583 | CalvertAg.com
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