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meet three farm families and
their favorite peanut pie recipe
quick facts
- Peanuts are a $2 billion industry in the state of Georgia.
- Peanuts are Georgia’s Official State Crop.
- Peanuts are planted in 74 out of 159 counties in Georgia.
- Georgia farmers produced 50% of the peanuts grown in the United States in 2019. In fact, Georgia farmers produces more than 1.38 million tons.
- Georgia Peanuts were harvested on 550,000 acres in 2019. Yielding an average of 4,200 pounds per acre.
- As a nitrogen-fixing plant, peanuts are a naturally sustainable rotation crop.
- Peanut plants use less water than comparable sources of nutrition. Peanuts use 4.7 gallons of water per ounce of peanuts.
- The 2019 top five counties with certified peanut acreage include: Mitchell, Decatur, Worth, Coffee and Irwin Counties.
Cromley Family
David, Jamie and Libby Cromley
The Cromley family grows peanuts, cotton and raises beef cattle at Nellwood Farms in Brooklet, Georgia.
Peanut pie
This recipe has been used for at least three generations in David’s mother’s family and is a timeless favorite. Thanksgiving wouldn’t be the same without a peanut pie garnished with whipped cream and chocolate.
Southern peanut pie tassies
This recipe is perfect for our family, especially for little eaters, who do not always need a full piece of pie. I love sharing this recipe for a variety of family holiday meals.
grimes family
Andrew, Lauren, Drew, Will, Mallory Jane and Brooks Grimes
The Grimes family grows peanuts, cotton, corn and vegetables on their family farm in Tifton, Georgia.
Thompson family
Brad, Amy, Ashlyn and Ava Thompson
The Thompson family grows peanuts, cotton and corn on their farm in Seminole County.
no bake Peanut butter pie
I love this no bake peanut butter pie which is so easy to make. The ingredients also make enough for two pies so I can make one for my family and put the second one in the freezer for a future use or share with friends.
Use Peanuts to Make Smart and Delicious Choices
Making smart choices when planning meals is important so that we can live healthy lives. These choices don’t have to be hard! It is possible to eat foods that taste good and are also good for you! Adding peanuts to any dish is a great way to increase protein, fiber, and mostly good fats in your diet. Peanuts are also a Superfood with 30 vitamins and nutrients.
Nutrient-Dense Foods vs. Calorie-Dense Foods
How do you eat healthy without feeling hungry or deprived? The answer has a lot to do with the balance
between the nutrition and calories your food choices provide.
Diabetes-Friendly Grocery Checklist
Choosing healthy foods at the grocery store can be especially challenging for those with diabetes. Special attention needs to be paid to the amount of carbohydrates, fiber, and protein foods contain.
Peanuts for a Smart Heart
Your heart powers everything that you do so it’s important to keep it healthy by making heart-healthy food choices. Heart disease remains the number one cause of death in the world, including an estimated 600,000 deaths in the United States each year.
Quick Tips for a Heart-Healthy Life
Your heart is one of your most important assets. A healthy lifestyle can help to keep your heart in good shape and promote a long, healthy life.
Protein Power of Peanuts
Consuming adequate protein is essential for any workout. Exercise breaks down muscle. Protein repairs, restores and re synthesizes.
