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Fortner appointed to represent Mississippi on National Peanut Board

Lonnie Fortner, Port Gibson, Mississippi, was recently appointed to serve as the alternate member for Mississippi on the National Peanut Board. Fortner’s term begins immediately and ends on Dec. 31, 2016. Fortner operates Rock Lake Planting Company and grows runner … Continue reading

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Peanut referendum wins tremendous support from producers

In an overwhelming show of confidence in the National Peanut Board, America’s peanut farmers voted in favor of continuing the Peanut Promotion, Research and Information Order, which authorizes the National Peanut Board. In order for the continuance referendum to pass, … Continue reading

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Peanut industry donates peanuts and peanut butter to tornado victims

Peanut Proud has assisted families in need again after the recent tornadoes that swept through the Southeast. The peanut industry’s humanitarian organization has loaded a total of 59,040 jars of peanut butter recently to send to families affected by the … Continue reading

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Mississippi Peanut Growers Association seeks National Peanut Board nominees

The Mississippi Peanut Growers Association will hold a nominations election to select two nominees for each member and alternate to the National Peanut Board during a meeting on February 13, 2014 at 3 o’clock p.m. at the Lake Terrace Convention … Continue reading

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National Peanut Board unveils new brand platform “The Perfectly Powerful Peanut”

National Peanut Board President and CEO, Bob Parker, unveiled the new brand platform, “The Perfectly Powerful Peanut” at the American Peanut Council’s industry luncheon recently. Parker also introduced a new advertising campaign to the industry. Developed by the Atlanta-based marketing … Continue reading

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