Hurricane Helene Update

There are no words to describe the loss we are feeling in the aftermath of Helene. Our friends and neighbors throughout Western North Carolina are facing true devastation. Our hearts are broken, but we know about the strength and resilience of this community.

Our Farm Store is currently closed, but our warehouse and meat distribution systems are operational.

If you're looking for information or ways to help, please visit ashevillerelief.com or https://www.mannafoodbank.org/

A 100-Year Mission

To build community through agriculture.

RESILIENCE

Farming isn’t for the faint-hearted. It takes grit, determination and flexibility, to be able to grow food.
We bring this determination into everything we do in our business.

RELIABILITY

Our network is built on the ebbs, flows and whims of commoditized agriculture markets. Our deep, long-lasting partnerships with like-minded farmers and processors enables a consistent, predictable supply chain.

PASSION

Our curiosity and love for what we do has earned us recognition as thought leaders in our industry. Our team believes in regenerative agriculture, and is excited to share what we’ve learned and blaze new trails.

RELATIONSHIPS

Our model is built on respect and equity for all our stakeholders – from farmers raising livestock to the family preparing meals. Operating with ethical practices and transparency, earns trust and builds community.

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Available in over 500 outlets from New York to Florida

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Acres under regenerative pasture

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OUR TEAM

Passionate people make Hickory Nut Gap possible. The farm in Fairview, Hickory Nut Gap Meats, and the administrative support team work together to provide an amazing experience to our end customer.

Hickory Nut Gap MEats

JAMIE AGER

Owner | Farmer | CEO

AMY AGER

Owner | Advisor

Ann Sitler

Head of Operations

Brandon Lowery

Head of Sales

SCott MCDONALD

Head of Finance

Mary BYers

Head of Marketing

MArk Bigelow

Pricing & Business Analytics Manager

Ross Long

Regional Sales Manager

Jerry Jenkins

Production Manager

Andrew Koch

Warehouse Manager

WANDA MCMINN

Bookkeeper

Kelsey Winterbottom

Creative Content Manager

Megan Auten-Cowart

Local Marketing & Events Coordinator

Henry Dixon

Warehouse Associate

Jordan UHl

Warehouse Associate

Hickory Nut Gap Farm

Virginia Hamilton

Head of Operations

Brian Bermingham

General Manager

Walker Sides

Farm Manager

Amy McDowell

Farmer’s Markets & Tours

yuiko HASHIMOTO

CSA Coordinator

Billy Callis

Poultry Specialist

Mikey Hans-Barrientos

Savory Hub Coordinator

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