One Maryland farmer is hoping to try something innovative to help save his property: brewing beer.
Adam Frey says that it has been difficult to keep his family farm afloat due to competition from places like Brazil, reports CBS Baltimore. However, instead of giving up, Frey made the decision to try to convince state legislators to allow farms in Maryland to also operate micro-breweries.
The news provider reports that some lawmakers intend to introduce a bill to allow Frey and others to do just that. After all, Maryland wineries are thriving, why shouldn't it work for a brewery?
Even if the bill gets passed, Frey isn't planning to become the next Adolphus Busch, he still wants to operate his farm.
"And basically create something more than just a family farm. Give us a few extra options as far as farming goes. It's me against the global market. We need some kind of buffer in there," he told the news provider.
The Brewer's Association of Maryland - which was founded in 1996 to promote the brewing industry in the state - lists 15 members on its website.
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