Description: Agricultural tourism is a burgeoning industry in Maryland with wineries, creameries, and farmers’ markets growing across the state. Not only does this industry bring culture and healthy foods, but it is also an economic driver. This session will give insights into the role “ag-tourism” plays now and provide some hints as to its continued growth. Following this session, you can sample some of the many Maryland ag-tourism products at the Taste of Maryland Reception in the Dockside Exhibit Hall.

Speakers:

1. Mark Powell, Chief of Marketing, Maryland Department of Agricultural
2. Kevin Atticks, Executive Director, Maryland Wineries Association
3. Mike Dunn, Owner, Montpelier Farm

Moderator:  TBD

Date & Time:  Thursday, August 15, 2013; 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

MACo’s 2013 Summer Conference will be held from August 14 – 17 at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland.

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More information about MACo’s 2013 Summer Conference:

• Summer Conference Registration Brochure
• Online Registration
• MACo’s Conduit Street Blog coverage of the Summer Conference
• Exhibitor Registration Brochure
• Sponsorship & Advertising Brochure
• Reduced Hotel Rates List