Welcome to the Buy Local Challenge

When you buy local, you help strengthen the economy.

You get fresher and healthier food...

and you help create a greener planet.

Together, we can make a difference.

Take the Buy Local Challenge the last week in July.

Be sure to take the 2012 Buy Local Challenge, July 21-July 29, 2012. Remember that farms offer fresh options all year long. Find Out More...

WHY? Healthy plate, healthy planet! Adding locally grown farm products into your meals is good for you, your family and the planet. MORE

"I pledge to eat at least one thing from a local farm every day during Buy Local Week." (Last full week in July every year.)

So far, there have been 3593 pledges!

Click here to be counted!

WHERE? Stock up at local farms, farm stands and markets that offer genuine local products, and dine at restaurants featuring local food and wine. MORE

HOW? Once you have taken the pledge, find out how your business or organization can promote or participate in the Buy Local Challenge. MORE

Hey Maryland, Bring the Buy Local Challenge to Your Workplace!

Thanks to everyone who supported Maryland farms by participating in the 2011 BLC Workplace Contest! Congratulations to the staff members in the Potomac Building (St. Mary's County Government) on their winning entry.

See the WINNING ENTRY here .

See ALL ENTRIES here.

Get more information and contest rules here.

The National Hospital and Health Care Provider Buy Local Challenge Click here to find out more.

Tips and Recipes. Taking the challenge is fun! We've got some creative tips, recipes and sample menus to get you started.

What's Going On

Follow the BLC on Twitter!
Help count down to the 2011 Buy Local Challenge, and get updates on great tips for buying local! Follow the…

Take the Buy Local Challenge to the Workplace Contest!
Show that your office supports Maryland farms, and earn a chance to win a catered lunch and more in the "Take…

The BLC has a NEW Facebook Page!
Post YOUR Buy Local Challenge event at the new BLC Facebook page! Share your favorite farms and markets, tips…

Governor O’Malley Invites Recipes for Annual “Buy Local” Cookout
May 04, 2011 Governor O’Malley Invites Recipes for Annual “Buy Local” Cookout Finalists will Prepare Dishes…