The Hemp family has been providing Top Quality meats to the Jefferson, Maryland and surrounding areas for over a century and a half.
Abraham Sr. establishes a livestock and meat market company in Jefferson, MD.
Abraham Jr. assumes the family business from Abraham Sr.
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.
Abraham Jr. and Robert Hemp open a retail store in Brunswick, MD which exists for about 25 years.
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.
Sons Billy, Gary (Bill's sons) and Doug (Bob's son) join the family business. The business name becomes Hemps, Inc.
Operations move to shop currently in use.
Hemp's celebrates 150th Year in Business.