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Family Farmers

People want to know where their food comes from. And we think they should be able to find out. That’s why we’re happy to introduce you to some of our family farmers. They take pride in raising chickens to share with you and your family.

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Our Farmers

Meet the people who make it all possible.

A Family Tradition

Families that farm together stay together..

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Meet the Farmers

High Maintenance Farm

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High Maintenance Farm

Kyle Ayer

McLean County
Kentucky

Farming since 2016

When a man named Carl shows up and asks if you want to lease four chicken houses, you say yes and never look back. That's how Kyle got into the poultry business three years ago, and he's been going strong ever since. On his farm in McLean County, Kentucky, he always puts the chickens first. He does everything in his power to make sure they live the most comfortable life possible.

High Point Farm

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High Point Farm

Nathan

Muhlenberg County
Kentucky

Farming since 2004

A trip to a family member's turkey farm in South Carolina inspired Nathan to establish his own poultry operation. He now owns four houses on 166 acres of land in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky. Poultry farming suits Nathan, as he enjoys setting his own hours, making his own decisions and dedicating his time to something he truly enjoys: 'I put 100% of my effort in growing the best chickens I can.'

Hill Top Farm

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Hill Top Farm

Dan and Jen Heller Family

Lancaster County
Pennsylvania

Farming since 2012

Dan Heller has farmed his entire life, working alongside both his father and his grandfather. This eighth-generation farmer raises horses and chickens and grows hay and corn on his 80-acre farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Heller and his family are proud to provide value to consumers through their farming enterprise. 'We desire to grow goodness on our farm and in our community,' he says.

Hilltop Poultry

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Hilltop Poultry

Sage Griffin

McLean
Kentucky

Farming since 1996

Sage was only three years old when his father built the first chicken house on the family farm, which was established by Sage's grandfather in 1944. Sage began helping his father when he turned 11, returning to work part-time while in middle school and full-time once he reached his high school and college years. Today, Sage runs the farm, where he raises poultry and grows both corn and soybeans. Sage is grateful to have learned from both his grandfather and father and appreciates the quality assurance standards Perdue has set in place. 'They truly care about their growers and consumers,' he says.

Hodges Farm

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Hodges Farm

Mike Hodges

Martin County
North Carolina

Farming since 1989

Mike likes raising animals and finds that they often make the best company. He's a third-generation farmer and has been doing it since 1979, practically his whole life. Whereas many people will answer with placing new flocks, he says that his favorite part of farming is payday. And that may be for good reason, because Mike proudly paid off his chicken houses in 6 1/2 years. He has been farming for Perdue since 1989 and diligently watches over his chickens.

Homeplace

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Homeplace

Larry and Marie Mizelle

Bertie County
North Carolina

Farming since 1987

Larry and Marie had always worked away from home but decided to switch to farming when their grandchildren came along. They're happy that they were able to raise their family on the farm and teach their children and grandchildren the importance of hard work and faith. One their funniest farm memories involves teaching their youngest daughter to drive in an old blue 1960 Ford Pick-up. Watching their daughter drive across the field in a truck that jumped like a bucking horse brought a lot of laughter.

Hoover Farm

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Hoover Farm

Norman Hoover

Lancaster County
Pennsylvania

Farming since 2013

Norman was raised on a farm, and after working in construction for 16 years, decided it was time to go back to his roots and be a stay-at-home father. In 2013, Norman purchased his plot, which covers 67 acres and has woods, pastures, ponds and buildings. Since then, he's had his share of successes, including being named top grower of the week. Norman lives in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and operates six houses.

Hourglass Farms

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Hourglass Farms

Joe and Olivia Corazzo

Kent
Delaware

Farming since 2019

One hundred acres. One hundred thousand chickens. And an infinite commitment to caring for chickens. That's what Joe and Olivia focus on in Kent County, Delaware, wanting everyone to know they devote their lives to giving their chickens the best living environment. They love watching their family grow up on the farm and appreciate the guidance and commitment they get from Perdue.

Hourglass Farms

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Hourglass Farms

Joe and Olivia Corazzo

Kent
Delaware

Farming since 2019

One hundred acres. One hundred thousand chickens. And an infinite commitment to caring for chickens. That's what Joe and Olivia focus on in Kent County, Delaware, wanting everyone to know they devote their lives to giving their chickens the best living environment. They love watching their family grow up on the farm and appreciate the guidance and commitment they get from Perdue.

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