Maryland

Maryland's Unpredictable Farming Climate; Cuddling Cows; Classic Dish with a Homespun Twist.

An Agroecological Winery; A First-Gen Farming Program; Al Spoler visits an Urban Apiary.

Joanne Meets a Top IVF Vet; Wasp-Launching Drone Battles Pests; Al Gets a Taste of History.

Ducks eating spotted lanternfly; food sovereignty in MD; award winning chef creates a summer stew.

Raising Competitive 4H Showpigs; Agvocates; Al Spoler at the Caroline County Peach Festival.

Blessing of the Combines; Aquaponics for all Ages; Al Visits Tobacco Barn Distillery.

Eastern Shore Super Crop; A Legacy of Advocacy; Chef Kurt Peter Makes Pan Seared Soft Crab.

Beginning of a 4H Journey; Baltimore's Futuristic Fish Farm; Chef Steve Chu Takes to the Street.

Joanne heads to Dickerson MD where she meets the Baker family of Deere Valley Farm just in time for the winter wheat harvest.

Monocay Hops, the new old hop, and, old family recipe from Chef Lavallee.

Mt Zion Farms and old world grain, Einkorn; Purple Mountain is growing dry rice.

Clagett Farm teaches responsible farming, MD's special blend of tea, and hot peppers.

Tuckahoe Steam and Gas event, sellng seeds, Chef Shalia whips up an Asian slaw and seafood

Pioneers of shellfish aquaculture, zero-waste crab eating & Chef Rodney's corn panna cotta

Planting ancient heritage grains; live stock auctions; and goat milk soap.

Volunteers plant 5000 trees, microgreens growing popularity, and a lavender farm visit.

Stomach-friendly A2 milk; CSA and Education center; Chef Chu whips up an amazing meal.

Moon Valley Farm, development of a climate resistant CSA farm, summer blueberry sampling.

Ananda Farm and Restaurant; Pat Langenfelder's hog farm; sampling high-end fortified hard ciders; the history of apple cider.

The Pahl family farmers celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Baltimore Farmers Market; the art and science of winemaking; Al Spoler reacts to some fermented delicacies.

Jane Kuhl and Drew Denton pursue their dream of owning a bee farm; Mac the Bee Dog; cheese.

Scientists breed a new generation of wheat, perfectly suited for Maryland's humidity and harsh winters; revisiting Palmyra Dairy Farm; annual Governors Buy Local Cookout.

A Baltimore neighborhood is transformed into an urban oasis where the bonds of family are in the farm's DNA; a company turns food scraps into black gold; apples.

Soil scientists show how farmers adapt to different soil types; a teacher makes it his mission to get young people involved in agriculture; fungus.

MPT reflects on the 10th Year Anniversary of Maryland Farm & Harvest. Host Joanne Clindining shares her fondest Maryland Farm & Harvest memories and favorite locations. Then, a roundtable discussion with Joanne, the show’s producers and Al Spoler, followed by a reflection on 10 years of The Local Buy. Plus, learn how the show is made and see behind the scenes photos.

We head to Baugher’s Farm in Westminster in search of the perfect pumpkin in the agritourism segment. Then, we revisit some enterprising watermen at Tranquility Farm, a sustainable aquafarming operation growing thousands of oysters in the Chesapeake Bay. Next we explore an American icon, Bison, the original red meat, on The Local Buy. Plus, photos of beautiful tree-lined farm roads, and the history of fertilizer on Then & Now.

A lot has changed since Panora Acres Farm was founded in 1888, but the Sellers family has been a constant with six generations working the land on this Carroll County farm. Then we visit Lone Oak Brewery, a proud farm brewery slinging pints made from start to finish on site. Next, landscaping with native species at Unity Churchhill Nursery in Queen Anne's County on The Local Buy. Plus, harvest time photos from across the state and beer making on Then & Now.

Dave and Belinda Burrier of Burrier-Linganore Farm uphold the Burrier family values of determination and resiliency to keep their farm’s legacy alive. Then, a rose is a rose is a rose, or is it? On this special Valentine’s Day episode, we head to Willow Oaks Flower & Herb Farm to see some of Maryland’s best roses. Next a flower farm brightens a bakery’s Valentine’s Day delights on The Local Buy. Plus, photos of Maryland’s farm families and the history of Valentine’s Day on Then & Now.

We visit Ananda Farm and Restaurant, a unique farm-to-table business owned by Binda Singh, who immigrated to Maryland from India at age 14, dreaming of following in his family’s footsteps as a farmer. Then we revisit one of our favorite stories. MPT follows Maryland Farm Bureau President (2009-2013), Pat Langenfelder to meetings in Annapolis and back to her hog farm in Kent County where her two daughters and a son tend to all matters swine, while her husband manages crop production. Next, Al samples high-end fortified hard ciders on The Local Buy. Plus, the history of apple cider on Then & Now. Farm photos of the week: Maryland’s orchards.

We meet family farmers as they celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Baltimore Farmers Market, a community staple they’ve been a part of since day one. We’ll also explore the science and art of winemaking with Maryland’s leading grape expert. Next, enjoy some photos of your hand-picked produce. Plus, Al Spoler’s gut reaction to some fermented delicacies on The Local Buy.

Lifelong learners Jane Kuhl and Drew Denton chose to continue life as busy bees after retiring from the private sector by pursuing their dream of owning their own bee farm. Then we revisit the story of Mac The Bee Dog, the unlikely paw-tector of our favorite pollinators. Plus, Al Spoler isn’t sheepish when it comes to cheese on The Local Buy. This week’s Farm Photos: Farmers’ beloved animal friend

A research project breeds a new generation of wheat, well suited for Maryland weather. Next, more of Maryland’s spectacular sunrises and sunsets from farms across the state. Then, we revisit Palmyra Dairy Farm, known for the genes of their world-class dairy cows. Also, we take a look at farmers and their best friends… tractors on Then & Now. Plus, the Governors Buy Local Cookout on The Local Buy.

Urban farming in Baltimore. Composting in Montgomery County. The Local Buy: apples.

How farmers adapt to varying soils. A teacher promotes farming. The Local Buy: mushrooms.

A farmer fundraises for Ukraine. An altruistic partnership. The Local Buy: microgreens.

A farm earns an award. We revisit the Grimmel Girls. Al visits John Brown Butchery.

Veterans continue to serve their country through farming. Plus, brunch on The Local Buy.

Harvest Special: combining corn, picking watermelons, and harvesting lettuce.

Ag Education: carnivorous plants, hands-on elementary school & a farm for at-risk youth.

Unusual crops grown in Maryland: persimmons, sorghum, and turmeric.

Build a house with straw, growing sunflowers, and catching soft shell crabs.

Farmers help hurricane victims, the work of a soil conservationist, pick-your-own apples.

History of MD Farming: tobacco, plantations, and farmers markets.

Join host Joanne Clendining for a special holiday episode!

Goat yoga, making yarn from wool, and free range poultry.

Farm painting contest, an unusual orchard, and a tractor test drive with MotorWeek.

How herbicide is used, organic weed control, and growing rhubarb.

What Animals Eat: making chicken feed, grass-fed dairy, and homemade dog food.

The 2021 cicada swarm, Black Dirt Farm Collective, and growing beets.

Planting Special: growing corn, seedless watermelons, and aquaponic lettuce.

Breeding heritage chicks, crop damage by bears, and Maryland wine.

Toy tractors, Dectes stem borer, and edible flowers.

Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted agriculture.

Genetically-engineered corn, corn silage, and sweet corn.

Restoring streams, healthy soil fights climate change, and buying local helps the planet.

Goat landscapers, transitional housing using local ingredients, and elderberries.

An award-winning hay farmer; precision agriculture, and the Old Wye Grist Mill.

Breeding bees, soybeans to soy oil, farm photographer, and growing mushrooms.

Nigerian farmer, starting a family farm, and Highland cattle.

Horse therapy, oyster farming, and an organic berry farm.

Crop-to-keg farm brewery, sustainable tree farm, and family dairy operation.

Breeding heritage chicks, crop damage by bears, and Maryland wine.

Toy tractors, Dectes stem borer, and edible flowers.

Virtual live stock shows, bird flu, and agritourism during COVID-19.

Firewood, peach mead, and vertical farming.

Learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted agriculture.

Genetically-engineered corn, corn silage, and sweet corn.

Restoring streams, healthy soil fights climate change, and buying local helps the planet.

Goats for Hire; Greenhouse Donates Produce; Farmer Grows Healthy

An award-winning hay farmer, precision agriculture, and the Old Wye Grist Mill.

A tech start-up uses drones to analyze crop health from the sky; a farmer uses science to fight an aggressive weed; eggs from Willow Valley Farm.

A Baltimore school teaches students a variety of skills through farming; a girl learns how to raise baby goats through her 4-H program; Red Wiggler Community Farm.

A farm creates handmade wreaths; a farmer grows kosher grain for Hanukkah; celebrating the holidays with cookies and gifts; ginger.

The Maryland Steam Historical Society show; a family farm turns zucchini into something sweet; Tuscan kale.

A daughter prepares to take over the family farm; a landowner fights farmland erosion; a farm matriarch brings in the harvest; red raspberries.

Too much rain hurts oyster growth; underground pipes help to drain wet farmland; a community's wastewater irrigates crops; eels.

A farm nears its 200th birthday; urban farms employ former convicts; a 92-year-old veterinarian cares for horses; purple peas.

A 74-year-old fisherman catches rockfish; a tech startup grows mealworms to feed livestock; rural farmers show the need for internet access; meal kits.

A farm develops organic potting mix; a family takes food to the Baltimore market; a dairy manages manure; Lithuanian sausage.

Selling big trees, grain elevator, apple breeding, and cider donuts.

Solar panels on a poultry farm, making a corn maze, and peppers.

Maryland-made drinks: paw paw lemonade, milk, wine, and kombucha.

Farming in winter, raising poultry, soybean research, and crab cakes.

Using drones in farming, combating an invasive weed, and farm fresh eggs.

Ag classes in a Baltimore school, 4-H goat project, and a community farm.

Holiday episode: handmade Christmas wreaths, Hanukkah donuts, and gingerbread cookies.

Maryland Steam Historical Society show, zucchini bread, and winter Tuscan kale.

Women in agriculture family produce business, erosion control & counting women on farms.

Water episode: oysters, conservation drainage, irrigation, and eels.

Century farm, Baltimore urban farm, 92-year-old equine vet, and purple snow peas.

Rockfish, breeding mealworms, rural internet access, and meal kits with local ingredients.

Organic potting mix, farm to farmers market, manure management, and Lithuanian sausage.

Animal births, ditch research, and rooftop farming.

Wet weather, showing cattle for recovery, Maryland State Fair president, and blue crabs.

Milk to eggnog, a teaching farm, crowns made from Maryland blooms, and aronia berries.

97-year-old farmer, winter barn prep, farm to food bank, and pea shoots.

Slower-growing chicken, smarter irrigation, and a superior cattle.

Greenhouse to Home Depot; a fix-it-farmer; and an oyster hatchery.

Syrup to cereal; dairy industry struggles; and a farmer-conservationist.

The making of a locally-grown Thanksgiving meal.

Season 6 Premiere: Tractor pull, invasive blue catfish, and breeding bees.

Rye whiskey, apple brandy, bourbon, and pumpkin beer.

Apples to apple butter, picking pumpkins and popcorn, and invasive lanternflies.

Charter fishing, improving water quality, farm field trip, and food forests.

Prince George's County farming guru, wheat to brownies, using the whole hog, and rice.

Animal births, ditch research, and rooftop farming.

Wet weather, showing cattle for recovery, Maryland State Fair president, and blue crabs.

Milk to eggnog, a teaching farm, crowns made from Maryland blooms, and aronia berries.

97-year-old farmer, winter barn prep, farm to food bank, and pea shoots.

Slower-growing chicken, smart irrigation, and superior cattle.

Greenhouse to Home Depot, a fix-it farmer, and an oyster hatchery.

Syrup to cereal, dairy industry struggles, and a farmer-conservationist.

The making of a locally-grown Thanksgiving meal.

Tractor pull, invasive blue catfish, and breeding bees.

Saltwater intrusion in crop fields; healthy soil; and carbon dioxide helping weeds.

Cow pedometers; growing sod; and a farmer's first tractor.

Managing fertilizer; wholesale produce hub; and the National Envirothon Competition.

Community helps Christmas tree farm; a national agriculture advocate; and living walls.

Tricentennial farm; historic cider; and farming a piece of the Underground Railroad.

Fasig-Tipton horse auction; cover crops; and a Baltimore high-school farm.

Hatching chicks; Operation CatSnip; and adopted piglets.

Wool to yarn; milk to cheese; and barley to beer.

The Season 5 premiere spotlights the secret world of agriculture statistics; a veteran-turned-farmer; Red Acres Farm's move into hydroponics; and gourmet hardneck garlic.

Protecting the border from agricultural pests, an elementary school farm, and cornmeal.

Mac the bee dog, honey harvest, and beeswax art.

Maryland-grown hops, organic chicken, and how a cow becomes a cow.

Blue crabs, rye for local brews, and goat milk to soap.

Saltwater intrusion in crop fields, healthy soil, and carbon dioxide helping weeds.

Cow pedometers, growing sod, and a farmer's first tractor.

Managing fertilizer, wholesale produce hub, and the National Envirothon Competition.

Community helps Christmas tree farm, a national agriculture advocate, and living walls.

Tricentennial farm, historic cider, and farming a piece of the Underground Railroad.

Fasig-Tipton horse auction, cover crops, and a Baltimore high school farm.

Hatching chicks, Operation CatSnip, and adopted piglets.

Wool to yarn, milk to cheese, and barley to beer.

Agricultural statistics, Navy vet farmer, and hydroponic lettuce.

Lambs raised for fairs; Stone Valley Farm; Locks of Love; and an organic berry farm.

Crop protection via hunting; ice cream made from Maryland milk; a mother-daughter farming operation; and drinkable yogurt.

Included: leadership skills for farmers; failed crops; a flower farm; and lavender honey. 

Farming for the needy; and country butchering. Also: a farm Christmas auction.

Topics include the Avian flu, produce safety and a program for new farmers.

Aquaponics; crop consulting; and oyster farming.

Young farmers who cultivate the farm-restaurant tradition. Also: a pea harvest.

A custom feed business; beef cattle breeds; and plants for green roofs.

The Season 4 premiere explores the challenges of raising and riding rodeo bulls. Also: a satellite-aided farm; alpacas; and hydroponic tomatoes.

A Hagerstown farm without cows; horse imports and exports; and a Somerset County farmer who raises organic green beans. Also: a search for the pawpaw fruit leads to Deep Run Pawpaw Orchard in Westminster and to the Pawpaw Festival in Montgomery County.

Winemaking; and a lawmaker-farmer.

A farm that turns chicken manure into electricity; a soybean harvest; and farm that's in one room of a Baltimore row home.

Soy to soy oil; cucumbers to pickles; and apples to applesauce.

Lambs raised for fairs; Stone Valley Farm; Locks of Love; and an organic berry farm.

Crop protection via hunting; ice cream made from Maryland milk; a mother-daughter farming operation; and drinkable yogurt.

Leadership skills for farmers; failed crops; a flower farm; and lavender honey.

Farming for the needy; and country butchering. Also: a farm Christmas auction.

Topics include the Avian flu, produce safety and a program for new farmers.

Aquaponics; crop consulting; and oyster farming.

Young farmers who cultivate the farm-restaurant tradition. Also: a pea harvest.

A custom feed business; beef cattle breeds; and plants for green roofs.

The Season 4 premiere explores the challenges of raising and riding rodeo bulls. Also: a satellite-aided farm; alpacas; and

A ginseng farm; Maryland-grown birdseed; a family hay business; and the Winter CSA.

Storing manure on the farm; and young farmers learning the ropes. Also: the Great Frederick Fair; and vegetables in a changing community.

Topics include soybean research; the growing cycle of corn; and a dairy veterinarian's check-ups. Also: a pick-your-own farm.

The TLV Tree Farm in Howard County; Hunt Valley Farm in Garrett County, which faces a unique challenge: crop damage by black bears; and Swann Farms in Calvert County, which specialize in peaches.

The Maryland Hunt Cup; and Loveville Produce Auction in St. Mary's County. Also: the economic concerns faced by family farmers.

Sheepdog training; Maryland's poultry industry; working farm dogs; and dairy delivery.

Hydroponically grown tomatoes at Hummingbird Farms in Caroline County; the farm-fresh produce offered at Federalsburg Elementary School in Caroline County; the use of genetics in creating the perfect burger; and bread made with Maryland wheat.

Imperfect produce; a large urban farm in Baltimore; heritage Narragansett turkeys; and fish peppers. Also: poultry farmer Jenny Rhodes is profiled.

Agricultural irrigation; Worcester County's Chesapeake Bay Dairy, which uses land preservation, buffer strips and cover crops to reduce its environmental impact; and John Isabelle Acres Farm in Prince George's County.

The Season 3 premiere spotlights the use of drone aircraft to improve farming. Also: a horse dentist; soil scientists; and soil conservation past and present.

The complex story of growing food and fiber in Maryland is explored.

An annual lawnmower race; a diving dairy farmer; and a farm family's Swiss roots. Also: a unique apple variety.

A father-son seed business; a GMO primer; and a nursery that specializes in ornamental natives. Also: Berkshire hogs.

Behind a farm photographer's lens; poultry gets brighter; grain elevator takes crops to new heights. Also: winemaking.

A ginseng farm; Maryland-grown birdseed; a family hay business; and the Winter CSA.

Storing manure on the farm; and young farmers learning the ropes. Also: the Great Frederick Fair; and vegetables in a changing community.

Topics include soybean research; the growing cycle of corn; and a dairy veterinarian's check-ups. Also: a pick-your-own farm.

The TLV Tree Farm in Howard County; Hunt Valley Farm in Garrett County, which faces a unique challenge: crop damage by black bears; and Swann Farms in Calvert County, which specialize in peaches.

The Maryland Hunt Cup; and Loveville Produce Auction in St. Mary's County. Also: the economic concerns faced by family farmers.

Sheepdog training; Maryland's poultry industry; working farm dogs; and dairy delivery.

Hydroponically grown tomatoes at Hummingbird Farms in Caroline County; the farm-fresh produce offered at Federalsburg Elementary School in Caroline County; the use of genetics in creating the perfect burger; and bread made with Maryland wheat.

Imperfect produce; a large urban farm in Baltimore; heritage Narragansett turkeys; and fish peppers. Also: poultry farmer Jenny Rhodes is profiled.

Agricultural irrigation; Worcester County's Chesapeake Bay Dairy, which uses land preservation, buffer strips and cover crops to reduce its environmental impact; and John Isabelle Acres Farm in Prince George's County.

The Season 3 premiere spotlights the use of drone aircraft to improve farming. Also: a horse dentist; soil scientists; and soil conservation past and present.