Regional Trends

Lower Shore Agriculture

Published March 28th, 2025

Explore the impact of agriculture on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore with this interactive dashboard, developed by the Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC). Gain insights into employment, farm statistics, and the economic value of agriculture in the region.

It highlights key economic indicators such as the number of agricultural establishments, employment figures, and total annual payroll. Additionally, users can explore detailed insights from the agricultural census, including the market value of products sold, the number of farms and producers, and land usage statistics. With agriculture contributing nearly $974 million in sales and covering 237,000 acres of farmland, this dashboard serves as a valuable tool for policymakers, farmers, and researchers seeking to understand and support the region’s agricultural economy.

Whether you're an economic planner, business owner, or researcher, this tool provides essential data to analyze regional shifts and inform strategic decision-making. Dive into the numbers and explore the story behind local industry trends.

Data

Sources:
- U.S. Census, County Business Patterns
- USDA Agricultural Census
Geography: Regional
Industry: Agriculture, 3-digit NAICS codes
Data Freshness: Data is refreshed annually to reflect the most current information from the source.

Partners
This dashboard was developed by the Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC) with support from the Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland (TCCLES).