2024 Maryland Farmers Market Conference

The Maryland Department of Agriculture is excited to host the Annual Farmers Market Conference on March 12th! The annual conference brings together local markets and farmers to share topics that will promote the success of farmers markets across the state.

The annual conference brings together local markets and farmers to share topics that will promote the success of farmers markets across the state. The conference will be held Tuesday, March 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Maryland Department of Agriculture in Annapolis. Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks will be the keynote speaker and will be on hand for a meet and greet with participants.

Direct marketing farmers, market managers, and agricultural professionals are invited to join and learn more about electronic federal nutrition benefits, marketing for farms and farmers markets, and incentive programs. Farmers Market Nutrition Program training and reauthorization will be available for all new and returning farmers participating in the program.