HAGERSTOWN, MD News (10/8/2024) – Today the Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development announced Linden Hall Farm as the recipient of the 2024-2025 Farm of the Year award. This annual program highlights farms that demonstrate excellence in agriculture and community engagement while addressing the challenges of modern farming. Each year, farms from across the county are invited to apply, and after careful consideration, a winner is selected based on criteria including production, conservation, preservation, and community involvement.
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Linden Hall Farm, owned and operated by Brian and Nicole Forsythe, has been a family farm for nearly 150 years. Located in Hagerstown, the farm spans 166 acres and is now in its sixth generation of Forsythe family management. The farm’s motto, “Focusing on the Future while Preserving the Past,” reflects Brian and Nicole’s dedication to maintaining traditional farming methods while embracing modern agricultural technologies.
The farm features a variety of operations, including dairy farming, an orchard, and the cultivation of crops such as corn, soybeans, and barley. The Forsythes are committed to sustainable farming practices, with initiatives like on-site rainwater storage for irrigation and spraying, no-till farming to reduce soil disturbance, and crop rotation to promote soil health. They also use selective gene reproduction to improve the quality of their livestock, balancing the needs of their animals with the demands of production.
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One of the most significant decisions made by the Forsythes was placing the farm into preservation, ensuring that it will remain agriculturally viable for generations to come. This move protects the land from potential development and serves as a commitment to the continued stewardship of the family’s legacy in agriculture.
As the 2024-2025 Farm of the Year, Linden Hall Farm will be honored with a commemorative plaque for display on the property, a proclamation from the Board of County Commissioners, and a professional photoshoot on the farm. In addition, Linden Hall Farm will be featured in the county’s promotional and marketing efforts throughout the next year, showcasing its contributions to agriculture in Washington County.
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The Farm of the Year program accepts applications annually from July through September, with the winning farm announced in October. Through this program, Washington County aims to promote a deeper understanding of agriculture’s importance and the efforts of farmers to innovate and preserve their land and resources for future generations.
For Brian and Nicole Forsythe, this recognition is a testament to their hard work and dedication, as well as the enduring legacy of Linden Hall Farm.
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