
Date: Thursday, October 30th Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM Location: Zoom
Join us for an insightful webinar with Martin Proulx, Value Added Agricultural Specialist at the Maryland Department of Agriculture. With extensive experience in business development and marketing, Martin is passionate about supporting local agriculture and community sustainability. He’ll share practical knowledge to help farmers and agribusiness owners successfully navigate the complex regulatory landscape surrounding value-added agriculture.
What You’ll Learn:
Food processing standards, regulations, and licensing requirements
How to navigate existing laws and regulatory frameworks at the local, state, and federal levels
Identifying common challenges and opportunities for agricultural and food businesses
Key considerations for value-added products, from processing to preparing for buyers
This session is designed to help farmers and food entrepreneurs turn great ideas into market-ready products while staying compliant with regulations. Whether you’re just starting or scaling up, you’ll gain tools and strategies to move forward with confidence.