Maryland Farm & Harvest Season 10, Episode 4: Episode 1004: Digging Dirt

Episode 1001: Season 10 Premiere: Veterans Day Special

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

27 min

Episode 1002: Family

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

27 min

Episode 1003: Greater Good

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

27 min

Episode 1005: Sustainability

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

27 min

Episode 1006: Tech

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.

27 min

Episode 1007: Animals

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

27 min

Episode 1008

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.

27 min

Episode 1009

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.

Episode 1010: Valentine's Day Special

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.

Episode 1011

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.

Episode 1012

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.

Episode 1013: Ten Year Anniversary Retrospective

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.