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Community Partners
We’re so grateful for our partners! Here are the farms and makers we work with, all around the state.
Eating out?
Check out a nearby restaurant that prepares Moon Valley produce! Support the chefs and restaurants who are walking the walk to support local. Be sure to tell them farmer Emma sent you.
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Community Events
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Food Safety & Packshed Workshop at Moon Valley Farm
Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
Time: 8:30 - 11:30am EST
Location: Moon Valley Farm (9700 Gravel Hill Rd, Woodsboro, MD 21798)
Details: FARMERS: interested in a pack set up that is efficient for your team AND complies with food safety regulations? See you here!
Reserve your FREE tickets here!
Equitable Land Access Working Group Meeting
Date: Thursday, February 27
Time: 1:00-2:00pm
Location: Zoom - register here!
Details: Have you ever wondered how farmers become farmers? As fewer young people are going into farming as a profession, it's time to tale a look at the pipeline for an aspiring farmer who wants to begin in this vital profession. At the Equitable Land Access Working Group Meeting on Thursday, February 27, 1:00-2:00pm, you will become familiar with the types of programs and opportunities available to beginning farmers, from agricultural education in our k-12 schools, to agricultural apprenticeships, to incubator farms, to a young farmer creating her own path as she goes. We will also have a conversation about how to improve and expand on opportunities for beginning farmers. At the meeting, we will learn from:
Kate Medina, Founding Executive Director, Charles Koiner Conservancy for Urban Farming Kate will discuss their efforts to bolster agricultural education in Montgomery County Public Schools, including developing a novel curriculum to make use of their new school farm at Loiederman Middle School.
Mike Scheffel, Director, Montgomery County Office of Agricultural Services Mike will discuss beginning farmer issues and land access in Montgomery County, with emphasis on a shared vision for an incubator farm site for beginning farmer training in Montgomery County.
Emma Jagoz, Owner/Farmer, Moon Valley Farm Emma will tell the story of her own path into farming, and how she now hosts farm apprentices on her farm, with the help of Pasa Sustainable Agriculture's farm apprenticeship program.
Seven Springs Cooperative Purchase
Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Location: Moon Valley Farm (9700 Gravel Hill Rd, Woodsboro, MD 21798)
Details: Attention local farmers! In collaboration with regional sustainable agriculture organizations, extension centers and willing farmers, Seven Springs organizes a series of seasonal bulk deliveries to local drop points across the eastern US.
With cooperative purchases, you save on shipping and have an opportunity to connect with other farmers and their advising team.
HOW TO EAT MORE VEGETABLES: Fresh Ideas for Produce! by Crossroads Apothecary
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Time: 4-5:30p
Location: Crossroads Teaching Kitchen
Details: Continuing with our “How to Eat More Vegetables” series, this class will present delicious new ways to cook common items found in the produce section of your grocery store. These recipes are meant to be side dishes at lunch or dinner and will include
a zesty celery salad
seared broccoli with lemon zest and garlic oil
Sicilian style steamed cauliflower with golden raisins
roasted fennel bulb with rosemary
chili lime roasted sweet potatoes
Make it Mediterranean: “Getting Creative with Beans in One Pot" by Crossroads Apothecary
Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM 5:30 PM
Details: As part of our new series “Make it Mediterranean”, nutritionist Keri will highlight the major players of the Mediterranean diet and show you novel ways to prepare and enjoy them. In this second “BEAN” focused class, we'll make quick and easy one pot dishes using healthy shortcuts. Recipes include:
White Bean, Artichokes and Mushrooms with Pesto
Zucchini and Butter Beans in Red Sauce with Chickpea Pasta
Thai Curry Beans and Greens
Healthy Spring Dips & Dressings by Crossroads Apothecary
Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Details: Unlock the secrets to creating spring-y, delicious, and nutritious dips and dressings that will tantalize your taste buds. Learn how to harness the power of healthy oils, protein-packed beans, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and creamy Greek or coconut yogurt to elevate your meals and snacks to a whole new level!
Dips and dressings will be served with a variety of foods - including leafy greens, crudités, pasta, and crackers for sampling. Recipes will include:
Spring Herb Vinaigrette
Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Roasted Carrot & Ginger Dressing
Green Pea Pesto
White Bean Hummus with Dill & Artichoke
Creamy Caramelized Onion Dip
Moon Valley Farm Strawberry Festival!
Dates:
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Time: 10a - 3p EST
Location: Moon Valley Farm (9700 Gravel Hill Rd, Woodsboro, MD 21798)
Details: We'll have pick-your-own certified organic strawberries, farm tours, food trucks (Traditional Authentic Mexican Food, Wonderbowls, and Sunset Slush of Frederick County), and more!
