HPI produces roughly 315,000,000 live pounds of chicken per year. Provided two annual bonus checks and a retirement pension to his hourly employees- a tradition that continues to this day.Įstablished a charitable foundation in memory of his parents, with a focus on donating to medical research and church-related activities. Since 1958, we are a family oriented company taking pride in producing distinctive poultry products that are distributed globally.
(See "Colt's Price Tag is Just Right" news article above) Since its founding, Harrison Poultry has led the way for the development of today’s sophisticated structure that provides, safe. poultry industry’s original leaders, founded the company in Bethlehem, Georgia.
In the early days, turkeys, chickens, and pigs roamed free on the 10 acre farm. Run by George, then his son Edsel, and today his grandson Gerald.
Harrison’s dream continues to touch so many families in the area. is an important integrator and processor of broilers. Peacock’s Poultry Farm was founded in 1928 by George Peacock, and has continued as a family owned and operated business. Today this church continues to grow, with pre-school and kindergarten and active community outreach. Personally funded The Big White Church down the street on Highway #11 as one of his last projects. Provided several scholarships to Emory University School of Theology. Was master of ceremonies at the Fort Yargo State Park dedication. partners with a local poultry farm to offer a wide selection of frozen boxed poultry products. Served as a Georgia State Senator from 1963 - 1964. Served on the Barrow County School Board for 24 years, 12 as Chairman.Ĭhaired the Winder-Barrow Hospital Authority from 1970-1978. Received a blank piece of paper as he crossed the stage for his UGA commencement because he could not pay the $5 required for his diploma. Earned his way through college selling men’s clothing in Athens for $15 a week.