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Frederick County Farm Bureau Legislative Day 
Frederick County Farm Bureau held a fantastic legislative event on February 15th 2025. This event brought together local, state, and federal legislators to speak and meet with county farm bureau members. To read more about the event, click the article below.
Legislative Day Article

Frederick County Farm Bureau has a wonderful annual meeting!
Frederick County Farm Bureau held the 103rd annual meeting on October 18, 2024, at the New Midway Fire Hall. A delicious meal of turkey, shrimp, and all the trimmings was enjoyed by all. Katie Stevens from the Frederick County Office of Agriculture was the emcee for the evening. At the business meeting, there was an election of officers: David Burrier president, Eric Aellen 1st Vice President, Bill Allen 2nd Vice President. Brian Sweeney, Lisa Gaver, John Zimmerman, and Amy Jo Poffenberger were re-elected to the board. Scott Montgomery was elected to take Bill Allen’s position on the board.

The top three legislative priorities: Property Rights, Wildlife Management, and Agricultural Education were voted on and passed by the members. All policy reviewed was voted on and passed by the membership as well. Kelli Wilson, retiring secretary, and Larry Howard, retiring treasurer were recognized and thanked for their many years of service. The incoming secretary is Belinda Burrier and the treasurer position is filled by Joann Harshman. We thank them for stepping up to these positions.

Frederick County Farm Bureau Safety Camp
For children ages 8-13 – June 27-29, 2025

Free Memorial 
Recently, the Free Family decided to establish a scholarship fund in memory of Joe Free to be administered by the Frederick County Farm Bureau and gave a very generous donation to start the fund. This scholarship is to be available to Frederick County Farm Bureau members who are pursuing a degree in any agricultural curriculum.

We know there are many in our Farm Bureau family and beyond who may wish to participate in this memorial to Joe. To do so, all that is necessary is to send a check made payable to Frederick County Farm Bureau and send it to the attention of our Treasurer Larry Howard at PO Box 3340, Frederick, MD 21705. Please note on the check “Free Memorial.” Your contributions will be greatly appreciated and properly acknowledged to the family.

We are grateful for your participation in this very worthwhile initiative.

INSPIRING OUR FUTURE

 

Frederick County Farm Bureau Ambassador Program

Applications for Frederick County Farm Bureau Ambassador can be found here. 

Click here for application link.

Click here for Ambassador Contest Guide. 

Frederick County Farm Bureau Scholarships

Frederick County Farm Bureau is awarding ten $1,000 scholarships to Farm Bureau members or their dependents. Applications may be found on the county website. Applications are due to Denny Ogg by April 30th 2025 via email at fbscholarship@dwogg.net. Check out the applications below.

AG Related Major Scholarship

Non-AG Related Major Scholarship

Frederick County Farm Bureau Safety Camp
Looking for something fun for your kiddos this summer? Look no further. Children ages 8-13 are invited to participate in Frederick County Farm Bureau safety camp. An overnight camp that is perfect for those who may not have experienced overnight away from home before. A great time with two days packed of fun, interactive, educational activities, and demonstrations to learn more about safety on and off the farm. More information to come soon. 

Save the dates:  

1. March 27, 2025 –  Annual Spring Meeting 
   Jefferson Ruritan Center at 7PM
   For more information and to RSVP see flyer linked

2. April 16, 2025 – Women’s Committee Spring Luncheon 
   New Midway Fire Hall at 11:30 AM
   For more information and to RSVP see flyer linked 

3. June 28-29, 2025 – Safety Camp
   Camp Round-Meadow

4. July 16 – Summer Picnic
   Mt. Tabor Park
   Ambassador Contest, little farmer/farmerette contest, and scholarship presentation begin at 5PM

5. September 4, 2025 – Soil Smart Farm Tour 

6. September 12-20, 2025 – The Great Frederick Fair 

7.  October 17, 2025 – Annual Meeting and Banquet
   New Midway Fire Hall at 6:15PM

8. November 14, 2025 – Women’s Committee Bingo
   New Midway Firehall, doors open at 5PM

9. December 6-9, 2025 – Maryland Farm Bureau Convention
   The Hyatt, Cambridge Maryland 

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