Meet Jeff Vance of Pine Grove Farms
Jeff Vance is not only one of our farmers for TRACTOR, but he is also a former Mitchell County extension agent. Jeff grew up in Avery County, North Carolina and has been farming for about 20 years, along with being an extension agent the past 24 years. His love of agriculture started with growing Christmas trees, which he has been doing since high school. He grows potatoes, pumpkins, and Christmas trees on his farm in Avery County. He says that growing pumpkins and potatoes are his favorites. He started growing pumpkins for fun when his children were younger. The income he has made through farming over the years has helped put his kids through school. He says that his favorite part of the process is harvesting. “I just like being outside,” he said when asked what he liked best about growing in this area. Even though sometimes the weather can be a little unpredictable, which is his least favorite part, he has continued to farm because of his love of the outdoors.
Check out the extras!
At TRACTOR we are beginning to work with a wider variety of farmers, other than just vegetable producers. Check out some of the other great local products available for purchase as extras in your share each week.
Don't Forget Your Bag!
Please remember to return your red bags each week at pick up. This helps us keep costs down. The farmers would also appreciate it if you return your egg cartons. We will make sure that they make it back to the farmers.
