The colorful history of Koinonia Organic Farm

Koinonia Organic Farm is the oldest certified organic farm in Maryland. Started in 1951, the farm currently supplies culinary herbs to Whole Foods Market, Giant and Graul’s Market. Located on the 45-acre estate of the prestigious Gramercy Mansion Bed & Breakfast in Stevenson, MD, they also supply herbs to season the breakfasts served there. The organic farm

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