Farm Facts
* Data compiled from the 2017 Ag Census. Check out more stats in the Montgomery County Ag Census.
See changes in data from 2012 to 2017 According to the County Office of Agriculture “Agricultural activities occupy about one-third of Montgomery County’s land area. Over half of the 93,000-acre agricultural reserve is preserved through transfer of development rights or easement purchase initiatives. The County’s diverse agricultural industry—558 farms of which 42% are farmed as primary occupation. and 350 horticultural enterprises—produce millions of dollars in economic contribution from farm products and operations. The majority of Montgomery County farms are family-run operations, many reaching back several generations, which employ more than 10, 000 residents.” Fifty percent of the County’s farmers work full time in farming.
“Montgomery County’s agricultural reserve is an important environmental resource for future farm enterprises. A strong agricultural heritage provides a diverse business community and a strong economic base. Combining these strengths with the commitment for farmland preservation makes Montgomery County an attractive place to live and work.” More: -Dig in to the numbers on the Johns Hopkins Food System Map - Montgomery data gathered from the JHU Center for a Livable Future (2016) |
