Cecil County Agriculture

05/23/2026

UPDATE on Turf Showcase at Fair Hill:
SUNDAY races CANCELED due to excessive rain - MONDAY races are STILL ON. See you on Monday!

05/05/2026

Fresh, local, and right here in Cecil County! Visit our farmers markets in Perryville, Port Deposit, and North East for local produce, handmade goods, and a great community atmosphere. Come shop local and support our growers!

04/24/2026

Racing Returns to Fair Hill!

Tickets are now available for the Fair Hill Turf Showcase at Fair Hill happening Sunday, May 24 and Memorial Day, Monday, May 25!

Enjoy a full weekend of flat and steeplechase racing, great views, and a return of live racing to Cecil County. From general admission to VIP hospitality and tailgating options, there’s something for everyone.

Grab your tickets here: https://www.laurelpark.com/fhts/

Gates open at 10:30 AM | First race at 1 PM

Let’s pack Fair Hill and celebrate this incredible tradition returning to our community!

04/10/2026

Congratulations to Josh and Madison Garvin on the Grand Opening of Garvin Family Butcher today! You can now purchase fresh, local meat at 810 Telegraph Road, Rising Sun. Our Director, Sandra Edwards, and Agribusiness Development Coordinator, Malik Grace, popped in this afternoon to say hi to the Garvins and to present them with a Certificate of Recognition.

02/24/2026

Cecil County Micro Ag Grants are due February 27 at noon!
Now is the time to apply for funding to support new equipment purchases, marketing, and expansions or other innovations to move your ag business forward. Grants up to $10,000 & no match required! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to invest in your operation - apply today!

02/12/2026

There's still time to register. You won't want to miss out!

Come local experts and industry leaders for a practical, engaging program covering insurance, legal considerations, conservation practices, and the local, state, and federal programs available to support agribusinesses, manage risks, and promote long-term success!

02/09/2026

The Micro Ag Grant Program is accepting applications!

The Micro Ag Grant Program offers small but impactful grants for existing agricultural businesses physically located in Cecil County, Maryland. Funding supports growth, diversification, long-term sustainability and much more!

Learn More Here: https://www.cecilcountymd.gov/971/Cecil-MicroAg-Grant-Program
Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026 at 12:00PM

Questions? Reach out to Malik J. Grace,
Agribusiness Development Coordinator
[email protected] or 410-996-8469

01/30/2026

The NourishMD Grant is open! It closes on Februray 20. This program helps expand access to fresh food in Maryland communities experiencing food insecurity by providing direct grants to eligible retailers. Use the link to learn more.

An official website of the State of Maryland.

01/29/2026

Calvert Grange is hosting an Ag Day on February 20. Our Agribusiness Development Coordinator, Malik Grace, is on the agenda and our office is sponsoring the event. We hope to see members of the ag community there.

01/27/2026

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