ANNAPOLIS, MD (November 21, 2024) ~ Annapolis, MD - As the holiday season approaches, finding the perfect gift for loved ones can be a daunting task. With limited time and a desire to give something unique, the pressure can be overwhelming. However, Maryland's Best, a seafood and agriculture marketing program under the Maryland Department of Agriculture, is here to help with their Very Maryland's Best Gift Guide.

According to Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks, "Now more than ever, people want to go the extra mile when gift-giving to their loved ones and they also want it to be convenient." The Very Maryland's Best digital gift guide aims to do just that by providing a one-stop-shop for all your holiday shopping needs. From gift cards to local farm and seafood retailers to details on promotions and unique gift ideas, this guide has it all.

The guide features a variety of products that are certified to be grown by a Maryland farmer or sourced from Maryland watermen. These include key lime pie moonshine, goat milk soap, oysters, cheddar cheeses, winery experiences and more. By purchasing these local gifts, not only are you getting high-quality products but you are also investing in your community.

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Some of the local farmers and watermen featured in the guide include Palmyra Farm LLC and Palmyra Farm Cheese LLC owned by the Shank and Creek families who offer delicious holiday cheese gift boxes. SoCo Seafood is a family-owned small business with three generations of Maryland watermen who provide wild-caught oysters just in time for holiday gatherings. Linganore Winecellars offers award-winning wines made from grapes grown on their property in Mt. Airy. Blue Point Crab Company provides fresh Southern Maryland seafood and merchandise for those who want to show their love for Maryland. And Blue Gable Farms offers a wide variety of locally grown flowers as well as workshops and subscriptions.

Each company featured in the guide has its own unique story, making their products even more special to give as gifts. By supporting these local businesses, you are not only giving a thoughtful gift but also helping to strengthen your community.

Make this holiday season a Very Maryland one by shopping from the local farm and seafood companies featured in the Very Maryland's Best Gift Guide. For more information, visit www.marylandsbest.net or contact Maryland's Best Director of Special Projects Kristin Hanna at kristin.hanna@maryland.gov. Give the gift of Maryland's best this holiday season and make it a memorable one for your loved ones.

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