Maryland DNR Agriculture is critical to Maryland's economy. Yearly, it generates over 17 billion dollars and employs over 400,000 people. Farmers are doing their part to protect the Bay. They manage woodlands, fertilizers and animal waste.
Farmers use techniques like planting trees near streams.
This saves the soil from erosion and keeps the water clean and cool. Corn wheat, and soybeans are some of the items found and produced on this farm. Tofu toppings are made from soybeans. Tomatoes are used to make the sauce, and other vegetables may be used for toppings. Sausage, ham and pepperoni come from pigs.