A Fork in the Road Podcast: Godfrey's Feed

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In this episode of the Fork in the Road podcast, host David Zelski takes you on a journey to Madison, Georgia, to explore the deep history and rich traditions behind Godfrey’s Feed, a feed manufacturing plant with roots stretching back to the 1870s. Weyman Hunt, the sixth-generation owner and CEO, shares how his family’s business has adapted over the years, transforming from a cotton warehouse to a prominent feed supplier in the Southeast. Godfrey’s Feed not only supplies high-quality, specially formulated feed for livestock but also plays a crucial role in preserving Madison’s agricultural heritage.

Weyman explains how his ancestors pivoted their business in response to historical challenges. The conversation also reveals the commitment of Godfrey’s Feed to high standards and customization; most of the feed is custom-mixed to meet each farmer’s unique needs, with ingredients sourced both locally and from across the country to ensure quality and consistency.

David also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at Godfrey’s production process, where new and old technologies work together in harmony. From a historic steamroller mill that increases corn digestibility to a state-of-the-art robotic “employee” named Captain Godfrey, each piece of equipment tells a part of the story.  

This episode captures the team's dedication at Godfrey’s, many of whom are farmers themselves and understand firsthand the importance of quality feed. They take pride in producing fresh, locally manufactured feed that helps livestock thrive.