NEWSfrom MHC’S INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL MEMBERS SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT


HARNESSING THE SUN TO POWER YOUR HORSE FARM Brothers Tim, Marcus, Matthew, and Jason Beiler launched Paradise Energy Solutions in 2009. Since then, Paradise has grown to more than 80 employees helping over 14,000 businesses, farmers and homeowners make a diff erence with solar energy. Paradise’s customer-focused team approach has made them the “go-to” experts in the solar


industry. They are committed to doing what’s right, even to the detri- ment of their bottom line, because they believe, in the long run, doing that makes everyone come out ahead. Because of this commitment, they have been ranked as a Top Solar Contractor by Solar Power World for eight consecutive years - and are now the #1 commercial installa- tion company in Pennsylvania – and rapidly growing in Maryland. Investing in solar energy for your farm is a major fi nancial commit-


ment, which is why Paradise provides the industry-leading “Triple Ten Guarantee:” Paradise will guarantee your system’s production for ten years and will cover workmanship issues for the fi rst 10 years of the 30-year lifespan of your system. Like most horse farm owners, you probably have a sizeable electric


bill, and with the razor-thin margins in the horse industry, this on-go- ing expense leaves your bottom line vulnerable. Not only can solar eliminate or signifi cantly reduce your electric bill,


you can get around 60% of the installation cost back in the fi rst year through tax credits, accelerated depreciation and grants – all while be- ing a good steward of the environment. The teams of skilled, experienced solar professionals at Paradise En-


ergy Solutions enjoy helping horse farm owners, business owners and homeowners eliminate their electrical bills. Just ask your colleagues! Paradise has installed solar on Woodvale Farms, a 150 acre boarding facility in Frederick owned by Joe & Candace Herzog. Woodvale’s man- tra is “sustainability.” Solar meets all of the farm’s energy needs, mak- ing Woodvale 100% free of fossil fuels. Paradise has installed systems at Palmer Animal Hospital in Myersville, Antietam Tractor & Supply in Hagerstown and Frey Ag Products in Mt Airy.


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ed Zoom seminar on Tuesday, February 23 at 11 a.m., you can vir- tually meet the folks from Paradise, as well as some of the farm and business owners who have installed solar systems. Watch your email and the February issue for ad- ditional information. Don’t want to wait that long to learn


more? Visit www.paradisesolarenergy.com to sign up for an analysis of the solar options and opportunities for your property and prepare a quote that will let you know your estimated return on investment (ROI), available federal and tax incentives and system costs, and pro- jected savings in electrical costs for the next 30 years.


HIDDEN HILLS TO HOST MHC SIP & SHARE In 2010, Hidden Hills Horse Farm opened its gates for business (de- signed and built by MHC sponsor B&D Builders) - and immediately joined MHC. By 2014, owners Art & Robin Sa-


goskin knew the facility needed diversifi ed revenue streams. Locat- ed in Frederick County in what had once been the heart of Maryland dairy-land, the Sagoskins discov- ered that not only did the local soils make excellent pasture for cows and


horses, it is also uniquely suited to wine grapes. Known as “Mount Airy Channery” and located 500 to 540 feet above sea level, these soils are a loamy alluvium from a bedrock of phyllite, greenstone, and mica schist, providing an exceedingly desirable deep, very well-drained soil ideally suited for grapes. As the name implies, Hidden Hills has hills – the kind of beautifully-oriented slopes wine vines prefer. They started planting grapes and networking with other wineries, such as Dodon Farm (also a MHC member). In 2015, Hidden Hills Horse


Farm became Hidden Hills Farm & Vineyard. In 2019, to meet demand,


the Sagoskins and B&D be- gan work on a new tasting room. In 2020, Hidden Hills cel- ebrated its 10th


anniversary.


The grand opening for the new tasting room was sched- uled for March 21, 2020. On March 12, 2020 Governor Hogan declared a State of Emergency


due to the pandemic. It is an understatement that 2020 was a diffi cult year for many businesses. Welcome 2021. Robin remains committed to her communities, and


despite the challenges of 2020, is determined to continue to contrib- ute to her communities. In addition to her work with the arts (Wash- ington National Opera Board of Trustees and Weinburg Center for the Arts), she is active with several equestrian organizations, one of which is MHC. For 2021, Robin and her team of vintners are crafting a blend that will be named in honor of the Maryland Horse Council; proceeds from the sale of this wine will benefi t the MHC Foundation, a new charity. The name of the wine is still in the works, but will be revealed


This feature is a benefi t for MHC Industry Professional Members. To learn more or submit news & updates, contact Business Network Co-Chairs Jane Seigler & Crystal Brumme Pickett at IndustryNews@mdhorsecouncil.org


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