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Partner Farms & Protocols

At Hickory Nut Gap, we partner with a trusted network of family farms across the Southeast who share our values of regenerative agriculture, animal welfare, and community stewardship.

We currently work with farmers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and Kentucky. Each of these farms raises animals on pasture without the use of antibiotics or added hormones, following strict protocols to ensure quality and sustainability.

We believe that good farming starts with good relationships. That’s why we work closely with every farmer in our network—offering support, building trust, and creating a shared vision for land stewardship and better food.

  • Sam Dobson

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Farmer's United Cattle Co.

    Statesville, NC

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    Joey Rittenberry

    PASTURE RAISED HOG FARMER

    Rittenberry Farms

    Burna, KY

  • Richie Herman

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Lazy H Livestock Farm

    Taylorsville, NC

  • John Sherrill

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Sparta, NC

  • Danny Boyer

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Four Winds Farm

    Sparta, NC

  • Asher Wright

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Caney Fork Farms

    Carthage, TN

  • Jim Hanes

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Senah Farm

    Burkes Garden, VA

  • Brian Wickline

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Kee Hill Farms

    Union, VA

  • Bass Hyatt

    GRASSFED CATTLE FARMER

    Hyatt Farm

    Brasstown, NC