ANNAPOLIS, MD (September 2, 2025) ~ Annapolis, MD - The 22nd annual Maryland's Best Expo is set to take place on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at the Naval Academy Stadium. This event, organized by Maryland's Best - a program within the Maryland Department of Agriculture that connects consumers to local farmers and watermen - aims to bring together producers and buyers from various industries.

Registration for the expo is now open and all interested exhibitors, buyers, and sponsors are encouraged to apply. The event provides a unique opportunity for Maryland farmers, seafood producers, and processors to connect with potential buyers from grocery retailers, restaurants, schools, food distributors, and other venues.

According to Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks, there has been a growing demand in recent years for producers to have more outlets to reach buyers and learn how to expand their businesses. He expressed excitement about the upcoming expo which will feature free media training, reduced-cost product photography and headshots, as well as mini learning sessions with leading retail grocery buyers such as Whole Foods and Klein's ShopRite.

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For a small fee, farmers and producers can participate in the expo and also have the option to place ads in the Maryland's Best Expo Guide - a comprehensive list of all growers in attendance that is distributed to buyers at the event and throughout the year upon request. Early registration is strongly encouraged as exhibitor spots are expected to sell out quickly.

Buyers from all industries including restaurants, retailers, schools, institutions, distributors, economic development officials, University of Maryland Extension agents, and regional agricultural marketing officials are invited to attend the expo free of charge.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for interested parties. For inquiries about sponsorship or general questions about the event, please contact Audrey Broomfield - Agriculture Marketing Director for Maryland's Best - at audrey.broomfield@maryland.gov or 410-841-5838.

The Maryland's Best Expo is an important event for both producers and buyers in the state. It provides a platform for local producers to showcase their products and connect with potential buyers, while also offering valuable resources and learning opportunities to help them grow their businesses. Buyers, on the other hand, have the chance to discover new and unique products from Maryland's best producers. Don't miss out on this exciting event - register now!

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