{"id":30812,"date":"2021-11-27T09:07:03","date_gmt":"2021-11-27T14:07:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/?p=30812"},"modified":"2023-09-24T15:26:53","modified_gmt":"2023-09-24T19:26:53","slug":"shop-local-by-buying-from-these-uga-alums","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thegeorgiasun.com\/?p=30812","title":{"rendered":"Shop local by buying from these UGA alums"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With supply chain issues affecting businesses worldwide, a great solution for consumers is to shop local when gift hunting this holiday season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider supporting the endeavors and small businesses of College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) alumni \u2014 and forgo the rush and bare shelves you may find during this year’s Black Friday sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0Office of Development and Alumni Relations<\/a>\u00a0has compiled the college’s first annual\u00a0holiday gift guide<\/a>\u00a0featuring amazing items created by CAES alumni.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Share the Love Fix-n-Mix Gift Box \u2013 All the Fixin\u2019s <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alum Brett Tucker (BSA \u2013 Agribusiness, \u201905; MAL \u2013 Agricultural Leadership, \u201908) invites you to share love through pecans with this gift box full of pecan goodness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This box includes three 5-ounce bags of our flavored pecans, a 10-ounce bag of plain, six mini candies such as their Ruckus Maker turtles, Sweet Thang pralines, Heaps ‘a Good chocolate-covered pecans, or their Round Up pecan butter cups. To top it off, a 5-ounce spiced pack of Gimme a Hint pecan butter is included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By purchasing this box, you can share the love with the community too as this box produces six food donation items for children in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or purchase a gift, visit\u00a0allthefixings.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Brasstown Gift Set \u2013 Brasstown Beef<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Purchase a gift box or certificate from Brasstown Beef in support of alum Bud Whitmire (BSA \u2013 Agricultural Communication, \u201910).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A gift box from Brasstown Beef is the perfect item for the home chef who appreciates the finest quality beef for an exceptional cooking and eating experience. Extraordinary care = extraordinary beef.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a gift you can feel good about as all their products are from humanely raised, grass-fed, all-natural Brasstown beef cattle, free of all antibiotics and growth-promoting hormones as verified by the Global Animal Partnership (GAP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase from Brasstown Beef, visit\u00a0brasstownbeef.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. 2021 Chimney Noel \u2013 Cartecay Vineyards<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alum Larry Lykins (BSA \u2013 Animal Science, \u201996; MS \u2013 Animal Science, \u201998) invites you to try Cartecay Vineyards’ holiday wine, Chimney Noel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Christmas wine just in time for the holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chimney Noel is a sweet nouveau wine with flavors of Christmas berries, candy canes and peppermint sticks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase from Cartecay Vineyards, visit\u00a0cartecayvineyards.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. “Bright Star: The Meridian Trilogy, Book One” \u2013 Dallas Anne Duncan LLC<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Preorder a signed hardcover first-edition of Ag Dawg Dallas Duncan\u2019s (BSA \u2013 Agricultural Communication, \u201911; BSA \u2013 Animal Science, \u201911) debut novel Bright Star<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBright Star\u201d follows Bridgette as she begins to tackle an uncertain, constantly changing present based on a past she didn\u2019t know was hers to claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The world in which Bridgette grew up is very different from the possibilities she\u2019s now presented with \u2014 if she is willing to join forces with elves and fairies, witches and Sanguisuge coteries, Tieflings and Baetal\u00fc, to make possibility reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase this book, visit\u00a0dallasanneduncan.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Peanut, Pecan, Almond, Cashew and Hazelnut Butters \u2013 Georgia Grinders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alumni Jaime Foster (BSA \u2013 Animal Science, \u201999) invites you to try Georgia Grinders\u2019 nut butters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From savory to sweet and creamy to crunchy, Georgia Grinders\u2019 premium nut butters are perfect for anyone who is looking for high quality, clean foods to fuel their adventurous life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With no added sugars or oils, it is perfect to grab a spoon and dig in. You will never find palm oil, stevia, lecithin or any unnecessary ingredients in our nut butters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase from Georgia Grinders, visit\u00a0georgiagrinders.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Hardy\u2019s Peanuts Inc. Party Peanuts \u2013 Hardy\u2019s Peanuts Inc.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Support the Hardy family business by trying out Brad (BSA \u2013 Agricultural Communications, \u201996) and Ken Hardy\u2019s (BSA \u2013 Entomology, \u201993) Party Peanuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hardy’s Party Peanuts come in four unique flavors. Simply Salted, Sweet Southern Sriracha, Crushed Black Pepper and Delicious Dill Pickle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are freshly oil roasted and tumbled to add the perfect amount of flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase from Hardy\u2019s Peanuts, visit\u00a0hardyfarmspeanuts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Mango Thai Basil Pepper Preserves \u2013 Piedmont Provisions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Support alum Heather Russell (BS \u2013 Ecology, \u201900) by purchasing preserves from Piedmont Provisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mango Thai Basil Pepper is one of their most interesting pepper jellies and it\u2019s a real crowd pleaser paired with blue cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pair with poultry or seafood for a dish you won\u2019t forget or try our favorite appetizer: a slice of green pear, a bit of chorizo, blue cheese and a dollop of this preserve. Delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase from Piedmont Provisions, visit\u00a0piedmontprovisions.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Organic Herb Gardening Kit \u2013 Hortiki Plants<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alum Victoria LeBeaux (MS \u2013 Agricultural and Applied Economics, \u201908) invites you to check out Hortiki Plants\u2019 Organic Herb Gardening Kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hortiki Plants Organic Herb Gardening Kit makes a great gift for everyone. This kit includes seeds for three kitchen classics \u2014 basil, chives and oregano \u2014 perfect for everyday cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easily create a productive kitchen windowsill garden with this all-inclusive kit that comes complete with simple step-by-step instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, every Hortiki Plants\u2019 kit comes with their Lifetime Plant Health Check-Ups where customers can get text, phone and video support for any stage of their plant\u2019s growth. Moreover, every kit is backed by our 100% Fearless Gardening Guarantee with free seed replacement if plants don\u2019t grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase this kit, visit\u00a0hortikiplants.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Frosted Acrylic Dog Bone Ornaments \u2013 Hull Design Company<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Support alumni Anna Hull (BSA \u2013 Animal Science, \u201917; MS \u2013 Poultry Science, \u201920) and show love for your furry friends by purchasing one of her handmade ornaments!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These acrylic dog bone ornaments are a perfect way to incorporate your furry friend into your holiday decorations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are frosted ornaments, which means the clear backing is textured and slightly opaque for a frosty look. The name of your pet is hand-lettered onto the ornament for a fun and unique effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase an ornament, visit\u00a0etsy.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. “THEY INSPIRED ME: My Life Journey from Gardi to Tomahawk Mountain” \u2013 The Hill Group Inc.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is an engaging and inspiring book about Jimmy L. Hill (BSAE \u2013 Agricultural Engineering, \u201971), a CAES graduate who made a positive difference on Georgia agriculture during a career spanning over 50 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is a master storyteller and his engaging writing will keep you glued to the book. Jimmy is funny, serious and you will want more after finishing the book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enter code CAES at checkout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase the memoir, visit\u00a0jimmy-hill.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11. Leaping Goat Soaps \u2013 Latimer Luck Acres<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Support Amanda Latimer buy checking out Latimer Luck Acres’ goat soaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Latimer Luck Acres offers handmade goat milk soap scented with a variety of essential and fragrance oils. Each bar has an ounce of goat\u2019s milk and includes local honey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These bars are made with charcoal, clays, salt and even grits. All of the soap is all natural with no added preservatives or colorants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase a soap, visit\u00a0llacresgoats.farm<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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12. Pearson\u2019s Classics Gift Box \u2013 Pearson Farm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Support Al Pearson (BSA \u2013 Horticulture, \u201972) and Pearson Farm by purchasing a gift box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each set contains a 12-ounce bag of ‘Elliot’ halves, a 12-ounce bag of signature toasted and salted pecans, a 10-ounce jar of peach preserves and an 8-ounce tin of chocolate covered pecan halves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase a gift box, visit\u00a0pearsonfarm.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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13. Gift Box of RealSweet Peruvian Sweet Onions \u2013 Shuman Farm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alum Mason Goolsby (BSA \u2013 Agribusiness, \u201919; MAB \u2013 Agribusiness, \u201919) encourages you to purchase an onion gift box for the chefs in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sweet onions are the perfect ingredient for all your favorite comfort foods and holiday dishes! Order a box today to ship directly to the cooking enthusiasts in your life, no matter how near or far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peruvian sweet onions are grown using the same processes and standards as the Vidalia onions that we all know and love. Importing these sweet onions through the Port of Savannah each year also helps to support more than 440,000 jobs in the Southeast, including year-round workforces in Shuman Farms\u2019 own Vidalia-area packing facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase a gift box, visit\u00a0shop.realsweet.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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14. teXga Beef Box \u2013 teXga Farms<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alum Caroline Lewallen (BSA \u2013 Agricultural Education, \u201911) invites you to splurge on the teXga Beef Box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each harvest season they put together a variety of their premium meats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The teXga Beef Box includes ribeye, New York strip and sirloin steaks with their ground beef, cube steak, stew meat, roasts and short ribs to create a flavorful, grill master\u2019s dream package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase a box, visit\u00a0texgafarms.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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15. Natural Goat Milk Shampoo \u2013 Lavender Mint \u2013 Yellow Rose Farm Soap Co LLC<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shannon Lawrence recommends you purchase some natural goat milk shampoo from Yellow Rose Farm Soap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A natural shampoo made on the farm, this shampoo contains no sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oils or alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fresh, raw goat milk from Lawrence’s herd of healthy, happy Nigerian dwarf dairy goats provides the base for this product. Goat milk has the same pH as our skin, so it absorbs and delivers gentle cleansing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This formula is scented with an essential oil blend that is also beneficial to your hair and scalp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase this shampoo, visit\u00a0yellowrosefarmsoapcompany.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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16. CAES Brick \u2013 University of Georgia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Support our college by purchasing a brick! Your personalized brick will be placed outside the CAES Activity Center, located on the east side of the Athens<\/a> campus in front of the Four Towers Building. The Activity Center is home to the CAES student lounge and the Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame, a perfect location for alumni and friends to showcase CAES pride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sponsor a brick and have it engraved to your specifications. Consider personalizing a brick to honor a current or former CAES student, to highlight your business or industry or to remember a loved one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or to purchase a brick, visit caes.uga.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to check out all of our talented alumni\u2019s products this year. And don\u2019t forget local agribusinesses when shopping for loved ones \u2014 or even yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information on these items, check out the complete\u00a0Ag Dawg Holiday Gift Guide<\/a>. We also welcome you to check out the Nov. 30 Takeover Tuesday on the\u00a0Ag Dawg Alumni Instagram<\/a>account and\u00a0register for the next CAES Chats<\/a>\u00a0event at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, both of which will feature CAES alumni who submitted products. Tune in to hear about alumni businesses, products and how CAES prepared them for their current endeavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n[mailerlite_form form_id=9]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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