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Farms in Your Backyard: Tour Says 'Buy Local'

Montgomery County farms open their doors to new customers as part of a push to showcase locally grown produce.

By Whitney Teal

Farms from Silver Spring to Damascus are rolling out the red carpet for new customers that may not know hyperlocal produce is a short drive away. The 2013 Montgomery County Farm Tour will be held July 27-28, with 13 stops along the way.

Beyond the usual peas and peaches, some farms will also have hayrides, pony rides, music and wine.

Check out the map of farms participating, above.


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