BRIEF HISTORY OF FRESH PLANTS, INC.

The bean facility was build in 1991 in Americus, Georgia, by a group of open minded farmers trying to diversify their farming operations with a crop they believed the consumer would always demand. Their main objective was striving to package a quality product for the consumer.

In 1998 the bean facility was bought by Fresh Plants, Inc., which included most of the original shareholders. Since 1991 the business has been managed by Charles E. Hart who has been in  produce management since 1982. The green, wax and ky beans are grown each spring and fall by the owners and contract growers in the surrounding area. Cut green beans are also sold to the public packaged in 15-lb. bags, which can be used for canning, freezing or just everyday good eating.

When Fresh Plants, Inc. purchased the facility in the spring of 1998, Jack Johnson, Jr., started in sales for the company with over 22 years experience. Year-round experience in the selling of beans, along with growing up in a family produce business has given Jack an excellent opportunity to gain insight into the marketing of green beans.

Both Hart and Johnson have also grown green beans themselves and can appreciate the dedication and endurance of today's farmer. From the time the bean seed is planted, our beans are grown with attention to all aspects of producing a quality product for the consumer.

Fresh Plants' beans are packed and shipped all over the United States and Canada with over two million bushels already packed.