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December 1, 2021

The Talbot Spy

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Chesapeake Harvest (a project of the EEDC) Launches New Website

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New website focused on helping growers meet their produce safety needs, from soil to sale!

Lindsay Gilmour, Chesapeake Harvest Food Safety Educator, leads an on farm produce farm safety training.

The Easton Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of its newly updated Chesapeake Harvest website [https://chesapeakeharvest.com]. The new site highlights the work Chesapeake Harvest’s community-based produce safety educators are doing to help growers meet their produce safety needs. The site also serves as a resource hub for both growers and educators.

On the new site, users can learn more about Chesapeake Harvest’s services, including produce safety education and training, one-on-one coaching for growers, on-farm risk assessments, food safety planning, audit readiness, and our community-based produce safety train-the-trainer program. The resource hub provides a wealth of information across many produce safety topics with videos, downloadable templates, and sample documents so that growers don’t need to start from scratch.

EEDC Executive Director, Tracy Ward, is thrilled with the success of Chesapeake Harvest’s produce safety programming and the new site’s functionality. “Implementing food safety practices is important for all produce farms, no matter their size or customer base. We’re here to make sure it’s easy and affordable for growers to receive the training and resources they need to reach new markets, improve operations, and keep both farm workers and consumers safe.”

Chesapeake Harvest envisions a food system that contributes to a vibrant regional economy with enhanced food production, distribution infrastructure, food security, and the preservation of farms. We see sustainability not as a fixed point, but a pathway of continuous improvement. Chesapeake Harvest values local, clean, and diverse ingredients bursting with flavor that fuel the growth of a regional Chesapeake Cuisine, seeking out farmers who show their commitment to regenerative agricultural practices that protect the Chesapeake Bay.

Chesapeake Harvest programs, webinars, and video presentations are funded by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Food Safety Outreach Program.

Website development was a joint effort by EEDC, Local Concepts LLC, and D2D Creative.

For more information about the Easton Economic Development Corporation, please visit https://eastonedc.com/

For more information or to participate as a downtown Easton merchant in the program, please contact Easton Economic Development Corporation at info@eastonedc.com.

About Easton Economic Development Corporation:

Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland, to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works to catalyze Greater Easton’s continued prosperity as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Easton to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Movie Night & Culture Crossing

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Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month this September!  Easton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) and Easton Downtown, in partnership with the Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center (ChesMRC), Talbot County Library, Academy Art Museum, Talbot Arts Council, and the Avalon Theatre, are holding various family-friendly events in September to celebrate the Hispanic heritage.  “Come and celebrate with us our first ever Hispanic Heritage Month Festival, enjoying a variety of our culture from food, music, art and stories,” said Victoria Gomez Lozano, Hispanic Outreach Coordinator for ChesMRC.

Starting on September 16th at 6 pm, the Academy Art Museum will sponsor the Hispanic Heritage Month poster contest.  Next up on the 17th, Easton Downtown and Talbot County Library will be presenting a free outdoor movie night in the courtyard behind Shore Bank park at 17 East Dover Street. The featured movie, “Book of Life,” will begin at approximately 8:00 pm and is perfect for children and adults of all ages–bring your chair and snacks! (Rain date 9/18.)  “An outdoor movie night seemed like a fun way to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month and the upcoming Chesapeake Film Festival.  We are really excited to partner with the Talbot County Free Library for this event,” commented Holly DeKarske, Director of Downtown Development for the EEDC.

EEDC’s Culture Crossing will partner with Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center (ChesMRC) on September 18th. The event kicks off at 10 am and will be extended to 7 pm to accommodate the Hispanic Month celebration.

Culture Crossing will host various artists showcasing their craft, providing something for everyone, from art and jewelry to fabric crafts and artisan soap. For a complete list of all the exhibitors, click here.

ChesMRC will host three bands throughout the day: Los Compas del Rancho at 11 am, Grupo Gitano at, 3 pm, and Pasión Musical at 5 pm. There will also be a dance performance by Diego.

A variety of food will be available:

  • Fried chicken and Hispanic foods–10 am to 2 pm,
  • Tacos Belen (food truck)–10 am to 7 pm,
  • Paletas Heladas Veracruz (ice cream)–10 am to 6 pm.

During Culture Crossing, take a walk to the Academy Art Museum and join in the fun at Family Art Day from 11 am to 1 pm.

ChesMRC will wrap up the month-long celebration on September 24th with a fundraiser at the Stoltz Outdoor Pavilion.  The program will focus on three local Latin American families who will present their stories about their life abroad, their journey to America, and their life here in Easton, Maryland. These stories are told in storybooks that they wrote accompanied by illustrations by the children in their family.  The event is from 8 pm to 9:30 pm, and tickets are required.  Keynote Speaker will be Javier Bustamante and music by Tori Gomez.

Ticket link: https://tickets.avalontheatre.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1309

For more information, contact Holly DeKarske, Director of Downtown Development at Easton Economic Development Corporation – 410-690-7348.

EEDC Announces Easton Sounds of Summer Music Program

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Dan Van Skiver

The Easton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) is pleased to announce the launch of the Easton Sounds of Summer Music Program. Performances will take place every Saturday from May through October 16, with an additional 16 Friday evening events (dates to be determined). This music series was created to bring vitality into Easton’s downtown while promoting and supporting a diverse range of musical artists.

Local musician Dan Van Skiver, who has also been working with EEDC in bringing acts to the downtown arena, said,“After a year of no live music, it’s been a real thrill to reconnect with old friends and make new ones working on this project. The fact that we are playing some role in getting people to come downtown has been the icing on the cake.  As a performer, it felt great to play again.”

Also included in the Easton Sounds of Summer series are all musical acts available in and around downtown Easton. “The EEDC is a resource to promote and support any music happening in the town,” said Arden Kern, EEDC’s Music/Events Coordinator. “The concept of the series is about the larger community and making it easy to access gatherings that are happening in town this summer and fall.”

Easton High School Jazz Band

Musicians will be performing in front of the Tidewater Inn, Thompson Park, Federal Street, Easton Farmers Market, and more.  Visitors can come and listen to local talent in the heart of Easton’s historic district while dining or shopping in this charming small town on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Upcoming JunePerformances Hosted by EEDC:

(NOTE: All EEDC sponsored performances are free and take place on Friday and Saturdays in either Thompson Park or in front of the Tidewater Inn.)

FRIDAY JUNE 18 / 6-9 PM MAC & BLUE – In front of the Tidewater Inn (101 E. Dover Street)

SATURDAY JUNE 19 / 11 AM-2 PM ALISON THOMAS – In front of the Tidewater Inn (101 E. Dover Street)

FRIDAY JUNE 25 / 6-9 PM OPEN MIC NIGHT – In Thompson Park (2 Washington Street)

SATURDAY JUNE 26 / 11 AM-2 PM BRETT SCHRAFFENBERGER – In front of the Tidewater Inn (101 E. Dover Street)

For a complete list of upcoming performances, go to www.eastonsoundsofsummer.com. To check out more Easton festivals, activities, and other events hosted by other organizations and local businesses, go to https://eastonedc.com/events/.

Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland, to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works to catalyze Greater Easton’s continued prosperity as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides Coming to Downtown Easton on Valentine’s Day Weekend

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and there is no better way to enjoy the holiday than taking a romantic carriage ride with your sweetheart in historic downtown Easton.

Easton Economic Development Committee (EEDC) has announced a series of Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides for Valentine’s Day weekend. Carriage ride tickets will be available Friday, February 12 through Sunday, February 14, from 2:00-6:00 p.m. The carriage will board in front of the Tidewater Inn (101 E Dover St) and provide an elegant tour of the downtown district.

Rides can be scheduled in-person starting at 1:30 p.m. each day with the first ride starting at 2:00 p.m. Each horse-drawn carriage ride is $20 with a maximum capacity of four adult riders or two adults and three children. EEDC asks guests to arrive early to schedule a ride time and then visit downtown shops and restaurants before and after the tour to support local small businesses.

“We are excited to provide carriage rides for couples and families to enjoy on Valentine’s Day weekend,” EEDC Downtown Development Director Jeff Lankford said. “The rides may be on the chilly side depending on the weather, but we hope that brings couples closer together as they enjoy downtown, Easton.”

Face coverings will be required at registration and during the open-air rides. The carriage will be sanitized between riders, and participants will be asked to follow all posted guidelines during the event.

There will be opportunities for photos with the horses from the Tanglao Carriage Driving company during each session. Carriage company owner Jess Tanglao has been in the horse-drawn carriage business for over ten years and an equestrian since the age of 3. This is the first downtown tour her company has provided in Easton, and she hopes it will not be her last.

“We want to come out to Easton again and again,” Jess Tanglao said. “Please come see us Valentine’s Day weekend, sign up for a ride time, and then enjoy the town until your assigned ride time comes.”

In case of inclement weather, the event may be canceled. For more information and weather-related updates, visit www.eastonedc.com or follow EEDC’s Facebook page @EastonEDC.

About Easton Economic Development Corporation:
Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland, to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works to catalyze Greater Easton’s continued prosperity as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Shop Sundays Holiday Raffle’s Final Week in Downtown Easton

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This Sunday is the final chance to participate in the Shop Sundays Holiday Raffle in downtown Easton. Every $10 spent at participating locations supports local merchants and earns shoppers a chance to win downtown Easton gift cards.

Earlier this month, Easton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) launched the new holiday event to promote retailers and restaurants in downtown Easton that extend their shopping hours and open on Sundays. The marketing and promotions advocate for shopping locally this holiday season to help out merchants still affected by the pandemic.

“The response to the holiday raffle has been very positive,” Downtown Development Director Jeff Lankford said. “We have exceeded our expectations in both the number or locations participating and the number of raffle tickets we needed to print and distribute.”

Consumers enter the raffle by shopping or dining at participating retailers and restaurants on Sundays in December. Eight entries have already been selected to win Downtown Easton Cards; a new digital gift card redeemable at various downtown establishments. The gift card program was also launched by EEDC in early December to help keep local dollars local.

“It’s so wonderful to have the Town’s support in keeping our businesses alive,” Chesapeake Blooms co-owner Samantha McCall said. “To be a part of a network and to know our other neighbors down the street are also benefiting from something just feels good, it feels like it’s part of the Christmas spirit.”

On Wednesday, December 23, EEDC will select the final five raffle tickets and announce winning numbers online at www.EastonEDC.com. Four winners will receive a $100 Downtown Easton Card and a grand prize winner will receive a $300 Downtown Easton Card. Shoppers that have already earned raffle tickets but have not yet won are still qualified to win the remaining prizes.

“We have so many merchants here in Easton that are doing everything they can to meet the needs of the public while providing safe and flexible shopping opportunities,” Lankford said. “They need your support now and will need support well into 2021.”

Look for Shop Sundays Holiday Raffle posters in store windows of participating downtown Easton locations. For more information on Shop Sundays Holiday Raffle and the Downtown Easton Card, visit www.EastonEDC.com.

About Easton Economic Development Corporation:
Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland, to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works to catalyze Greater Easton’s continued prosperity as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Easton Economic Development Corporation Introduces the Downtown Easton Card

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In an effort to help downtown Easton restaurants, shops, and other businesses that have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, Easton Economic Development Corporation is introducing the “Downtown Easton Card.”

The program is a community-based digital gift card that makes it easy to keep local spending local. Customers can purchase a Downtown Easton Card at www.downtowneastoncard.com to use at any participating downtown businesses. Thirty-eight downtown merchants have signed up for the initial launch, with many more businesses expected to join the initiative.  Participating merchants can be found on the “Where Can I Use It?” tab.

“Card recipients can choose to spend the digital card at any of our participating merchants in downtown Easton,” Downtown Development Director Jeff Lankford said. “You can mix it up and spend the card at multiple locations to spread the love and find new places to enjoy in Easton.”

With the Downtown Easton Card, you can write a personalized message and send it to family, friends, and colleagues via email or text message. The purchaser can also print a physical copy of the Downtown Easton Card for in-person gifting.

“Participating in this program means supporting the heart of what makes our community unique,” Easton Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Tracy Ward said. “The purchase of a Downtown Easton Card creates a pool of cash that local businesses in downtown Easton can rely on and invites people to explore local commerce connections.”

The gift card program is launching alongside Easton Economic Development Corporation’s Shop Sundays Holiday Raffle event. Shop or dine at participating downtown retailers and restaurants on Sunday, December 6, 13, and 20 to earn raffle tickets. Every $10 you spend enters you into weekly drawings for Downtown Easton Cards.

“By supporting local businesses, more money continues circulating through the local community,” Lankford said. “If you’re looking for a way to do some good or want to know how you can help the community you love, send a Downtown Easton Card, shop small, and dine local.”

For more information or to participate as a downtown Easton merchant in the program, please contact Easton Economic Development Corporation at info@eastonedc.com or visit www.eastonedc.com

About Easton Economic Development Corporation:

Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland, to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works to catalyze Greater Easton’s continued prosperity as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Easton Economic Development Corporation Introduces the Downtown Easton Card

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To help downtown Easton restaurants, shops, and other businesses that have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, Easton Economic Development Corporation is introducing the “Downtown Easton Card.”

The program is a community-based digital gift card that makes it easy to keep local spending local. Customers can purchase a Downtown Easton Card at www.eastonedc.com to use at any downtown businesses participating in the initiative. A number of downtown merchants are in the registration process to participate in the initial launch, with many more businesses on the way.

“Card recipients can choose to spend the digital card at one of our many, and growing list of, participating merchants in downtown Easton,” said Downtown Development Director Jeff Lankford. “You can mix it up and spend flexibly at multiple locations to spread the love and discover new places.”

With the Downtown Easton Card, you can write a personalized message and send it to family, friends, and colleagues via email or text message. The purchaser can also print a physical copy of the Downtown Easton Card for in-person gifting.

“Participating in this program means supporting the heart of what makes our community unique,” Easton Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Tracy Ward said. “The purchase of a Downtown Easton Card creates a pool of cash that local businesses in downtown Easton can rely on and invites people to explore local commerce connections.”

The gift card program is launching alongside Easton Economic Development Corporation’s Shop Sundays Holiday Raffle event. Shop or dine at participating downtown retailers and restaurants on Sunday, December 6, 13, and 20 to earn raffle tickets. Every $10 you spend enters you into weekly drawings for Downtown Easton Cards.

“By supporting local businesses, more money continues circulating through the local community,” Lankford said. “If you’re looking for a way to do some good or want to know how you can help the community you love, send a Downtown Easton Card, shop small, and dine locally.”

For more information or to participate as a downtown Easton merchant in the program, please contact Easton Economic Development Corporation at info@eastonedc.com.

Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works to catalyze Greater Easton’s continued prosperity as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Easton Economic Development Corporation Announces New Director of Downtown Development

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Jeff Lankford new EEDC Director of Downtown Development

The Easton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) is pleased to announce the hire of Jeffery (Jeff) Lankford as Director of Downtown Development, a new position to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic, downtown districts of Easton, Maryland. The role will be instrumental in furthering EEDC’s mission of fostering Easton’s continued growth as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

The Director of Downtown position was created after Easton Mayor Robert C. Willey designated the EEDC to administer Town funding for all economic development activities, including supporting business, activities, and events in the downtown as of October 1, 2020.  “Jeff is a welcomed addition to the team.” said Lloyd “Scott” Beatty, Chairman of the EEDC.  “His combination of hospitality and Easton Business Alliance experience makes him an ideal choice to lead the charge as we ensure the continued success of our existing downtown programming while stimulating and implementing new innovative and creative ideas to provide growth opportunities for our downtown businesses.”

Lankford has accepted the position after several years working as Marketing & Events Coordinator of Discover Easton, where he was responsible for fostering community and business relations through small business promotions and community activities.  In addition to Discover Easton, he brings over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry as Operations Manager for Marriott International and Food and Beverage Director for Wyndham Hotels.

Says Lankford, “We have an opportunity, and an obligation, to bring all of our downtown businesses and stakeholders together over these next few months to not only solve short-term issues but create long-term change. I am excited to contribute to the process of identifying those opportunities and leading the work that will make them a reality for the downtown business community.”

The EEDC will hold a meeting with the community in November to outline opportunities, initially proposed projects, and a process by which the community can become engaged in the ideation, recommendation, and implementation of downtown economic development strategies.

“Key to our future success will be building on the work of existing organizations, such as the Easton Business Alliance, ensuring that this reorganization results in the continuation and expansion of successful programming, the enhancement of our downtown maximizing the tax payer’s investment,” said Tracy Ward, Executive Director of the EEDC.

Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland, to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works to catalyze Greater Easton’s continued prosperity as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Easton Economic Development Corporation Welcomes New Board Member and Chairman

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Easton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) is served by an esteemed Board of Directors comprised of business leaders from a variety of industry sectors. Formed in 2013, EEDC was created to promote economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business formation in Easton, MD, in order to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The Board has announced the appointment of new member Marilyn M. Neal and existing board member Lloyd (Scott) Beatty, Jr. as Chairman of the Board.

Scott Beatty has served as Shore Bancshares, Inc.’s President and Chief Executive Officer since June 2013 and as a director of the Company since 2000. Between 2011 and 2013, Beatty served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Shore Bancshares and between 2007 and 2013 as its Executive Vice President and COO. Prior to the merger of subsidiaries, CNB and The Talbot Bank of Easton, which formed Shore United Bank in July 2016, Beatty served as a director of the Talbot Bank and as a director of CNB. Beatty was also employed in various executive-level operating officer capacities. Prior to joining Shore Bancshares, Beatty was the Chief Operating Officer of Darby Overseas Investments, LP, a global private equity firm, and President of Darby Advisors, Inc., a privately held family investment business.  He also served as a practicing certified public accountant for 25 years and a principal in the accounting firm Beatty, Satchell & Company.

Lloyd (Scott) Beatty, Jr.

Tracy Ward, Executive Director of EEDC, comments, “We are extremely fortunate to have Scott Beatty take a leadership role with our organization.  His deep financial background, experience and knowledge of the Greater Easton area will strengthen our ability to drive economic vitality and foster a healthy quality of life for our citizens.”

Marilyn Neal is the Executive Director of Neighborhood Service Center, Inc. (NSC), the designated Community Action Agency for Talbot County.  In her position, Neal reviews the Self-Sufficiency Standard for hundreds of low-income Talbot County residents each year in an effort to ensure that the best resources are available to enable families and individuals to make progress toward real economic security. Since 2009, she has overseen millions in federal, state, local, and private funding to assist families to meet basic needs, with the amount varying by family composition.

Marilyn M. Neal

Under Neal’s leadership, NSC’s has continued to offer services that remove barriers to self-sufficiency by providing homelessness solutions, affordable housing, energy/utility assistance, after school care, food, and other emergency services.  Together with her staff of 20, she  directs and evaluates the effectiveness of NSC’s programs: Ridgeway Transitional Homeless Shelter; Webb’s Hope, a congregate living facility, several affordable housing units, Maryland Energy Assistance Program, Housing Solutions Program, Maryland Food Bank, After School and Summer Youth Program, Rapid Rehousing Program and the Emergency Services Program. ​Prior to becoming the Executive Director of NSC, Neal served as the organization’s Deputy Director.  She partners with various human service agencies to include her current roles as Vice-Chair of the Maryland Community Action Partnership (MCAP) and as a Member of the Talbot County Rotary Club.

“Marilyn’s tireless commitment to her vital work in our community will assist us in our Port Street and Easton Point redevelopment activities, ensuring that we build the necessary networks and opportunities for those in need. She will bring a unique perspective to our Board as we continue to look for ways to partner with citizens and community organizations,” states Ward.

Additional members of the EEDC Board of Directors are Herbert S. Miller, Chairman Emeritus; Amy Haines, Vice Chairman; Anthony P. Kern, Treasurer; Charles H. Thornton, Secretary; Ron Engle, Rabbi Peter E. Hyman, Rosalee S. Potter, John Trax, Mayor Robert C. Willey, Ann Harvey Yonkers, Matthew Peters, and Ted Bautz.

Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works toward managing Easton’s continued growth as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

Chesapeake Harvest Hosts Free Wholesale Readiness Workshop

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Responding to requests from regional growers, Chesapeake Harvest is hosting a free, wholesale readiness workshop on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. Beginning at 3:00 PM, farmers in all phases of business development are invited to start the experience with a one-hour tour of the facilities at Other Side Produce located at 9654 Brickyard Drive, Seaford, Delaware, 19973.

Other Side manager, Dallas Lister elaborates, “The mission of Other Side Produce is to bring the highest quality produce to market for restaurants, schools, and other institutional entities. In order to improve purchases from the local market, we feel it is beneficial to helps local farmers understand how our customers expect to receive their product.  We welcome the opportunity to work with local growers on how packaging, storage, and transportation of produce translates to the end user.”

Following the Other Side tour, workshop attendees will travel (transportation not provided) to Parkside High School in Salisbury, MD where, beginning at 4:30 PM, they will further explore the unique standards for produce harvesting and post-harvest handling when selling into wholesale markets.

Ashley and Johnny Harrison, owners of Terrapin Farms, a hydroponic operation in Berlin, MD, will provide a look at their journey from 2015 startup to thriving 2018 farm operation, including the challenges of keeping products in top condition until they reach the end user. Ashley remarks, “We are looking forward to sharing some of what we’ve learned over the past few years and hope our knowledge can help guide other small farms that seek to sell wholesale locally.”

Following the Harrison’s presentation, Chesapeake Harvest consultant, Lindsay Gilmour, will offer a detailed discussion of wholesale, post-harvest handling requirements, particularly as relate to food safety regulations.

Included with this information-packed evening will be a bagged supper, prepared by members of the Parkside High School culinary program, and a student-led tour of A+ Garden Centre, an award-winning, community-supported and student-operated Career Technology Program (CTE), under the direction of Mr. Jerry Kelly. Kelly notes, “”We appreciate the work of Chesapeake Harvest and our region’s farmers in providing students with opportunities for both analysis and hands on experience in the local food movement.” Students will be on hand to discuss their farm research and greenhouse growing program at the March 20th event.

Elizabeth Beggins, production manager with Chesapeake Harvest, notes, “The end goal with this free workshop is to support regional growers in their efforts to showcase the products they work so hard to produce. Whether by walking them through the food safety certification process, connecting them with buyers, or – as with this workshop – offering wholesale readiness training, we are helping regional farmers expand their local food markets. We care about increased access to Delmarva-grown produce in the Chesapeake Bay foodshed, and we are here to help make that possible.”

In addition to wholesale readiness workshops and wholesale buying opportunities, Chesapeake Harvest offers individualized food safety consultations for farmers seeking Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification.

For all training opportunities, registration is required.  Call 410.690.7348, email info@chesapeakeharvest.com or visit www.ChesapeakeHarvest.com. To register online for the free classes, participants can also use the Events tab on the Chesapeake Harvest Facebook page.

About Chesapeake Harvest:

Chesapeake Harvest, a project of the Easton Economic Development Corporation, is working to build a vibrant local food economy on the Eastern Shore producing healthy food bursting with flavor. Chesapeake Harvest is committed to sourcing local, clean, and diverse ingredients that fuel the growth of a regional Chesapeake Cuisine. Chesapeake Harvest seeks out farmers who show their commitment to regenerative agricultural practices that protect the future of the Chesapeake Bay. Chesapeake Harvest gives preference to those who share our belief that sustainability is not a fixed point but a pathway of continuous improvement

About the EEDC:

Easton Economic Development Corporation was launched in 2013 to drive economic vitality, smart redevelopment, and business creation in the historic Town of Easton, Maryland to foster a healthy quality of life for all generations. The EEDC works toward managing Easton’s continued growth as a diverse and healthy “smart town,” leading innovation where the land and water meet.

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