Maryland Department of Agriculture

📢 Job Opportunity Alert! 📢 The Program Planning and Evaluation team is excited to announce an opening for a Database Specialist I position! This full-time role is a Grade 18 position that comes with great benefits, pension, and leave. Don't wait—apply by April 9, 2025! For more information and to submit your application, visit our website (Jobs tab) or follow this link: https://bit.ly/4lar79

📢 Job Opportunity Alert! 📢 The Maryland Department of Agriculture is seeking to fill an Agricultural Commodity Grader I position! This is a permanent Grade 9 role with full benefits and a chance to make an impact in food quality assurance. Apply by April 9, 2025! For more details and to submit your application, visit our website (Jobs tab) or https://bit.ly/443m7NA

🌞 With a beautiful spring weekend ahead, now is the time for Marylanders to head back outside to tend to their lawns. Before you get that mower out, take a look at MDA's guidance on lawn care with a reminder to check Maryland's Lawn Fertilizer law before heading to your local garden shop. For more information and tips for a healthy lawn please visit https://bit.ly/4j4d9E5

🌎 Today is Maryland Agricultural Trade Day in Maryland recognizing Maryland’s farmer’s role in feeding the globe and the vital role international trade plays in supporting our economy, farmers, ranchers, and communities. #AgTradeDay. ➡ For more on the impact Maryland has on international trade please visit https://bit.ly/3RoHr8F

The MD Food Center Authority is now accepting applications for their next Executive Director. More information can be found via the link below.

📢 Join the team at the Maryland Department of Agriculture! We're hiring a Forest Pest Management Field Technician for a full-time, contractual position in Frederick, MD. If you're passionate about protecting our forests and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Interested candidates can view the job announcement and apply via the DBM or MDA websites (Jobs tab), or this link : https://bit.ly/3Y04kmF

The Maryland Department of Agriculture recently managed the SUSTA pavilion at Gulfood in Dubai, showcasing 20 outstanding companies from the southern U.S., including three fantastic businesses from Maryland. ✔️ Why does this matter for you? Gulfood is the world's largest food trade show, offering our Maryland companies a unique platform to connect with international buyers and showcase their incredible products. This exposure not only boosts our local economy but also helps put Maryland on the global map as a key player in the food industry. Let’s support our local businesses as they reach new markets!

🎉 Exciting news! The Maryland Department of Agriculture has been honored with the 2025 USDA National Organic Program's (NOP) Director's Award! This recognition reflects our commitment to working closely with the NOP to uphold organic integrity and consistency across the board.

NEWS RELEASE 📰 : Maryland Department of Agriculture Partners with Northeast Regional Food Business Center to Launch Business Builder Funding Opportunity For more information please visit https://shorturl.at/RIvY5

📢The Maryland Department of Agricultures' Specialty Crop Block Grant Program is now accepting grant applications for 2025 awards. The goal of this reimbursement grant program is to enhance the competitiveness of Maryland’s specialty crops. ➡Eligible applicants include: ✔️Non-profit organizations ✔️Government entities ✔️For-profit companies and other organizations for projects. 📆 Deadline to apply is Sunday, March 30, 2025. 🤔Interested but want to know more? An informational Zoom Session will be held on March 4 at 12:30 pm. To register please visit https://shorturl.at/bWsyK For more information and program details please visit the website at https://shorturl.at/vhbR1