About Us

The Hemp family has been providing Top Quality meats to the Jefferson, Maryland and surrounding areas for over a century and a half.

1849

Abraham Sr. establishes a livestock and meat market company in Jefferson, MD.

1891

Abraham Jr. assumes the family business from Abraham Sr.

Circa 1920

R. Douglas joins his father, Abraham Jr, in business forming A. Hemp and Son. Did you know? Cattle drives from as far north as Canada and Minnesota took place during this time.

Early 1900's

Abraham Jr. and Robert Hemp open a retail store in Brunswick, MD which exists for about 25 years.

1947

Sons Bob and Bill join their father, R. Douglas in business forming R.D. Hemp and Sons. Livestock trading and local meat delivery were major components of their business.

1974

Sons Billy, Gary (Bill's sons) and Doug (Bob's son) join the family business. The business name becomes Hemps, Inc.

1981

Operations move to shop currently in use.

1999

Hemp's celebrates 150th Year in Business.