Ron Simmons started Master Blend Family Farm with little experience in the agriculture business. In 2012, he started raising a small head of hogs to help supply his North Carolina community with food. His operation has since doubled in size and is producing superior pork cuts to local businesses and farm-to-table shipments across the country! 

Ron’s community was impacted by COVID-19, just like countless others across the nation. But Ron didn’t let that stop his farm’s momentum. He used this opportunity to build up his community and drive awareness to local restaurants which he supplies and the local promotion sparked the idea of creating a food truck with Master Blend Family Farm samples!

Ron has always enjoyed educating those around him and he continues to raise local awareness about food deserts; areas where it’s difficult to source high quality, affordable foods. As a producer, entrepreneur and educator, Ron is helping his community understand the importance of healthy foods, fresh produce and the agriculture industry. 

A result of his efforts? Master Blend Family Farms is building a school to educate and serve their community!

Ron couldn’t have made it this far without the incredible mentors in his agricultural journey and he wants to pay it forward by mentoring others and helping them start their own journeys!