Georgia Grown Moment – Pecan Ridge Plantation

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For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, Eric Cohen of Pecan Ridge Plantation discusses the early days and the expansion of their pecan business. Eric describes the helpful relationship Pecan Ridge has developed with the Georgia Grown program. Download Audio For more information about Pecan Ridge Plantation, visit them online at www.pecanridgeplantation.com. To learn how you can support our local Georgia …

Georgia Grown Moment – Premium Peanut

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For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, Karl Zimmer, CEO and President of Premium Peanut, discusses their new shelling operation in Douglas, Georgia. Mr. Zimmer also touches on the important role Georgia Grown has played at Premium. Download Audio For more information, visit www.premiumpeanutllc.com. You can find out more about Georgia Grown on Facebook, Twitter and at georgiagrown.com.

Georgia Grown Moment – 4th of July Dishes

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For this week’s Georgia Grown moment, we celebrate Independence Day with some fresh ideas for your 4th of July celebrations. Georgia Grown Executive Chef Holly Chute shares some innovative recipes using Georgia Grown products. Download Audio For more information about finding locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, visit the Georgia Grown locator at www.georgiagrown.com.

Georgia Grown Moment – Peanuts

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For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, we give you an exclusive sneak peek into Georgia Grown’s upcoming film featuring Georgia’s top crop- Peanuts. Donald Chase, peanut grower in Oglethorpe, discusses his farming history and benefits of an agrarian lifestyle. Be sure to visit the Georgia Grown building at the Georgia National Fair in October to catch the premiere of this …

Georgia Grown Moment – Macon Farmers Market

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For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, we head to Macon, Georgia to talk with Happy Wyatt, Market Manager at the Macon State Farmer’s Market, about the benefits the Market provides to the community. Download Audio Be sure to like the Macon State Farmer’s Market page on Facebook to stay informed about upcoming events. You can find out more about Georgia …

Georgia Grown Moment – Localizing School Nutrition

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As schools around the state begin to close their notebooks for the summer, today on your Georgia Grown Moment, Susan Harvin, Director of Nutrition at Commerce City Schools, talks about the value in sourcing local food for school lunches. Download Audio To learn more about Georgia Grown’s farm to table program, visit www.feedmyschool.org.