Ever been to a Maryland farm to see how our food is grown? Have you seen a cow being milked, or corn being harvested at night? How about watermelons being hand-picked or broccoli seedlings being gently planted into the soil in early spring?

In fact, many Marylanders have never visited a farm, though they've driven by them many times without knowing it.

 To help Marylanders learn more about agriculture - the state's number one industry - Maryland Public Television (MPT) in partnership with the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) has created Maryland Farm & Harvest, a multimedia series that puts a human face on farming.

Hosted by Joanne Clendining, Maryland Farm & Harvest takes viewers around the state to see and experience what it's like to run a 21st century farm – from technological advances and conservation challenges to age-old complications such as weather hardships. MF&H also captures the number one reason why planters and growers dedicate themselves to it all: their simple love of farming.

About the Poster:

The photo was taken in Taneytown, MD while I was on a chase crew for the Tailwinds Over Frederick Balloon team. Funny because that shot almost did not happen. We were so busy in the car keeping up with the balloon above us, I asked my husband to slow down for barn. I had to get the shot.  He came to a slow roll for me. Almost did not process it because I thought it would be blurry.  True story :)

 Photographer:  Amy McGovern.