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Montgomery County’s Farm Tour and Harvest Sale Returns July 26–27 with 27 Farms Offering Fresh Produce and Outdoor Fun
For Immediate Release: Friday, July 11, 2025
Montgomery County's 2025 Annual Farm Tour and Harvest Sale returns Saturday and Sunday, July 26–27, with 27 participating farms, orchards, breweries and wineries opening their gates to the public. This self-guided tour offers residents and visitors the opportunity to shop local, learn about Montgomery County's rich agricultural heritage and support the local farming economy through the Buy Local Challenge. View the full farm listings, operating hours and descriptions here.
The 2025 Farm Tour is part of Montgomery County's broader effort to promote sustainable agriculture and educate the public about the County's 93,000-acre Agricultural Reserve, which comprises nearly one-third of the County's total land area. Home to 558 farms and 350 horticultural enterprises, agriculture contributes $282 million to the County's economy annually.
“This event is a great reminder that Montgomery County is home to one of the most productive agricultural reserves in the country,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “The Farm Tour and Harvest Sale give people a chance to connect directly with our local farmers, support sustainable agriculture and experience the beauty and value of our rural communities. These farms are a vital part of our economy and our identity, and I encourage everyone to get out, enjoy the land and buy local.”
This year’s event will include:
- 27 participating agricultural locations open for free self-guided tours.
- Opportunities to see farm animals, learn how food is grown and enjoy locally made cider, beer, wine and fresh produce.
- Family-friendly activities including tractor rides, pony rides, craft vendors and hands-on demonstrations.
- Food and beverage vendors, pick-your-own produce and farm markets at many sites.
The event will take place rain or shine, although some farm activities may be delayed or canceled due to weather or air quality conditions. Most farms are free to enter, though some may charge for food, beverages or select activities. No pets are allowed, except service animals.
The participating farms, agricultural locations, orchards, breweries and wineries will include:
- Homestead Farm
Visitors are encouraged to check individual farm listings in advance for hours, activity schedules and accessibility accommodations. For group or bus tours, please contact the farms directly three days before the tour. For more information, visitors are encouraged to call the Montgomery County Office of Agriculture at 301-590-2859 a week before the tour.
To help plan your trip, download the Visit Montgomery Adventure Planner app and access the Farm Tour Digital Passport. The app allows users to map routes, filter locations by interest and check in at each site.
Find more information about the County’s Office of Agriculture on their website here.
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Media Contact: Nordea Lewis 240-962-0315
Categories: Environment, Executive Office, Recreation