A sweet family tradition that stuck for over 75 years

Every Friday on social media, we post a Farm Feature Friday showcasing one of our dedicated North Carolina farmers. Audra and Rick Ellis, of Ellis Farms, is one of those farmers. The #FarmFeatureFriday campaign will run for an entire year on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. Be sure to tune in each Friday afternoon … Read more

From white fields to Wrangler jeans: A journey of N.C. cotton

Every Friday on social media, we post a Farm Feature Friday showcasing one of our dedicated North Carolina farmers. Donny Lassiter, of Lassiter Family Farms, is one of those farmers. The #FarmFeatureFriday campaign will run for an entire year on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. Be sure to tune in each Friday afternoon on … Read more

Fascinated by flowers: A farmer’s dream

Every Friday on social media, we post a Farm Feature Friday showcasing one of our dedicated North Carolina farmers. Ruth Holcomb, of Currin’s Nursery, is one of those farmers. The #FarmFeatureFriday campaign will run for an entire year on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. Be sure to tune in each Friday afternoon on social … Read more

Strawberry farm going strong amid COVID-19 pandemic

Every Friday on social media, we post a Farm Feature Friday showcasing one of our dedicated North Carolina farmers. Joan Rudd, owner of Rudd Farms, is one of those farmers. The #FarmFeatureFriday campaign will run for an entire year on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. Be sure to tune in each Friday afternoon on … Read more

Recipe: Boiled Peanut Hummus

St. Patrick’s Day isn’t the only celebration to be found in March. It’s also National Peanut Month! North Carolina ranks fifth nationally in peanut production. Local peanuts can be found at various locations, including Mackey’s Ferry Peanuts, Hampton Farms Peanuts, America’s Best Nut Company and Aunt Ruby’s Peanuts. Other than eating them straight from the … Read more

Recipe: Fettuccine-Asparagus al Burro

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and nothing says “I love you” like alfredo. Finding the perfect restaurant for you and your significant other can be difficult. Skip the stress and surprise your person with a delicious home cooked meal! This Fettuccine-Asparagus al Burro is the perfect dish for a romantic, candle-lit dinner. Use local asparagus, … Read more