Farmer Q&A: James Meeks

James Meeks is a fifth-generation farmer in Ashley County. He and his business partner and childhood friend, Wendell Moffatt, another multi-generational farmer, decided 22 years ago they “needed to get bigger and sell” produce or “get out of the tomato business entirely.” That’s when the duo started Triple M Farms. Triple M grows tomatoes, pepper, […]

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Tomato Farmer Talks Success, Struggles & the Future

James Meeks is a fifth-generation farmer who has become known across Arkansas and the mid-south for his tomato, watermelon and “u-pick” produce operation near Hamburg in Ashley County. He and his business partner have overcome regulatory and workforce challenges and built their Triple M Farms into a key tomato provider for Walmart, Subway restaurants and […]

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Throwback Thursday {Fish and Seafood}

Fishing for a recipe that’s fresh from the water? We’re ‘hooking’ you up with some recipes that include the catch of the day. Crawfish Boil   Tilapia with Stewed Tomatoes   Smoked Trout, Rice, Asparagus and Pea Salad   Pecan-smoked Trout

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Throwback Thursday {National Tortilla Chip Day}

The month of February has an amazing holiday to celebrate after Valentine’s Day: National Tortilla Chip Day. To celebrate this day in style, we’ve compiled some sassy salsa recipes to set the mood. Enjoy!   Toasted Black Bean and Avocado Quesadillas   Fresh Salsa   Five Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Tortilla Chips  

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A Tasty Slice of Summer

by The Park Wife There is nothing tastier to me than a tomato sandwich on white bread with a little mayo. Add some bacon and lettuce and that is what my summer food memories are made of.  And mercy, put some mozzarella and fresh basil with those sliced tomatoes, Heaven on Earth. No matter which […]

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Slow Cooker Spinach Tortellini

I like recipes like Slow Cooker Spinach Tortellini because there is very little actual cooking involved. Believe it or not, sometimes I don’t feel like cooking. I’m sure you feel that way sometimes too.

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