In this episode of Fork in the Road, host David Zelski takes you to Pitts, Georgia, where Clay and Valerie Oliver have turned a small idea into a big success. Starting with a plan to make biofuel, the Olivers pivoted to crafting high-quality, cold-pressed oils from sunflowers and other crops. Discover how their green peanut oil gained fame among top chefs, the sustainable uses of their byproducts, and the pride they’ve brought to their small town with their thriving business and community hub, The Station.
Peanuts are close to sacred in Georgia. And making peanut butter is a serious business. But peanuts don't hold a monopoly on the nut butter game. There's pecan, almond, cashew, and hazelnut butter, too. In this episode, we'll learn how Georgia Grinders in Chamblee, Georgia has the nut butter process down to a science.
GPB Education is pleased to announce the launch of our latest virtual learning journey, Georgia Peanuts. Developed in partnership with the Georgia Peanut Commission, this interactive journey offers students a unique learning experience as they explore the impact peanuts have on Georgia and beyond.
