Rogers Brothers Farm to Establish New Peanut Facility in Darlington County

COLUMBIA, SC – Rogers Brothers Farm, a crop producer based in Hartsville, S.C., will establish a new peanut facility in Darlington County. The $6 million investment is expected to generate 30 new jobs.

Rogers Brothers Farm will buy, store and shell locally grown peanuts for the company’s commercial market at its new, 80,000-square-foot facility, located at 2530 Northcutt Road in Hartsville. The raw shelled peanuts will be sold for food processing, wildlife feed and oil crushing.

Founded in 1970, Rogers Brothers Farm has grown into the state’s largest cotton farm and one of the largest modern row crop farms in South Carolina. The family-owned company produces five different crops: cotton, corn, peanuts, wheat and soybeans.

Those interested in positions within the company may call (843) 383-4707 or visitRogersBrosFarm.com for an application.

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved a $100,000 rural infrastructure grant for real property improvements related to the project.

 

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“We are proud and excited about building South Carolina’s first commercial peanut shelling plant. As the peanut industry has grown in the state, we saw a need and opportunity for more peanut infrastructure. Not only will we provide jobs for local citizens, but also an alternative market for South Carolina farmers.” -Gill Rogers, co-owner of Rogers Brothers Farm

“It’s always exciting to see homegrown companies continue to prosper and grow in our state.  For forty years the Rogers family has been helping to boost our state’s agricultural footprint, and we congratulate them on their $6 million investment and the 30 new jobs they are bringing to Darlington County.” -Gov. Nikki Haley

“Agribusiness and forestry remain driving forces in South Carolina’s economy. Since 2011, the industry has announced $430 million in new investment and 2,800 jobs. Rogers Brothers’ contribution to our state’s agricultural business climate has been notable, and we look forward to their continued success within our state.” -Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt

“This is another great sign that agriculture is ripe with opportunity and open for business in South Carolina.  Rogers Brothers Farm is a shining example of the quality of South Carolina’s agribusiness growth.  These are South Carolina farmers adding value, to a crop they’ve grown for years, through further processing.  This keeps more of the ‘food dollar’ in state.” -Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers

“Darlington County is proud to be the home of Rogers Brothers Farm and proud of their current expansion and growth. Their success will be another plus for Darlington County agri-business efforts. Growth of existing business within the county is the best way to build community wealth.” -Wesley Blackwell, Darlington County council chairman

 

Five Fast Facts:

• Rogers Brothers Farm will establish a new peanut facility in Darlington County.
• The $6 million investment will generate 30 new jobs.
• The new 80,000 square-foot facility is located at 2530 Northcutt Road in Hartsville
• Founded in 1970, Rogers Brothers Farm has grown into the state’s largest cotton farm and one of the largest modern row crop farms in South Carolina. The company produces five different crops: cotton, corn, peanuts, wheat and soybeans.
• Those interested in positions within the company may call (843) 383-4707 or visitRogersBrosFarm.com for an application.

 

 

About Rogers Brothers Peanuts

Rogers Brothers Peanuts is a Hartsville, SC based company that provides peanut manufactures with high quality raw shelled peanuts. Since 2004 Rogers Brothers Peanuts has integrated from a simple drying station to a full service peanut shelling plant and buying point. For information please call 843-383-4707 or visit us as RogersBrosFarm.com.

 

 

About S.C. Department of Commerce

As South Carolina’s leading economic development agency, the Department of Commerce works to recruit new businesses and help existing businesses grow. Commerce has recruited world-class companies to South Carolina such as Boeing, Bridgestone, Continental, Monster.com, ZF Group, BMW and Google Inc. and also supports small and existing business, rural development initiatives and community development. Commerce partners with the S.C. Technical College System via readySC to support workforce training and recruiting, and with the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, which provides worker training and employment opportunities within the state. South Carolina ranked first in the nation for attracting jobs through foreign investment, according to IBM-Plant Location International reports in both 2012 and 2013. The state won the Gold Shovel Award and the Project of Year Award from Area Development magazine in 2012. For more information, visitwww.SCcommerce.com.