Hickory Nut Gap

Hickory Nut Gap We work with farmers across the southeastern US to provide 100% Grassfed and Grass Finished Beef and Pasture Raised, Heritage Cross Breed Pork.

Visitors are welcome to our Home Farm in Fairview year round. Seasonal activities are available year around. Enjoy lunch daily from our kitchen and butchery along with custom cut and cured meats. Catering, CSA, cooking classes, and event spaces available!

Let’s talk about Vital Blend.Why do we blend heart and liver into our 100% grassfed ground beef? It’s all about nutrient...
06/17/2026

Let’s talk about Vital Blend.

Why do we blend heart and liver into our 100% grassfed ground beef? It’s all about nutrient density.

By adding a small amount of organ meat, Vital Blend delivers more protein per serving while boosting the naturally occurring vitamins and minerals found in every bite.

Recent nutrient testing confirmed that Hickory Nut Gap Vital Blend is a rich source of:

• Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
• Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
• Vitamin D
• Zinc
• Selenium
• Copper

A “rich source” means one serving provides more than 20% of the recommended daily value.

It’s an easy way to add more nutrients to your favorite recipes—burgers, tacos, meatballs, chili, and pasta sauce included.

Find Vital Blend at Harris Teeter and Whole Foods Market stores throughout the Southeast, or order online for home delivery.

June is Pollinator Month! We're excited to celebrate with some of the incredible insects we've spotted at our home farm ...
06/13/2026

June is Pollinator Month! We're excited to celebrate with some of the incredible insects we've spotted at our home farm and partner farms throughout our network. 🐝🦋

From butterflies and moths to honey bees and bumble bees, these pollinators play a vital role in healthy ecosystems. By intentionally managing diverse pastures, preserving natural habitats, and encouraging a variety of flowering plants, we're helping create landscapes rich in food, shelter, and nesting opportunities for pollinators and other wildlife.

Regenerative farms do more than produce food—they also provide important habitat for the species that help keep ecosystems thriving. We're always looking for ways to support greater biodiversity, and it's rewarding to see these beautiful pollinators making themselves at home.

Happy Pollinator Month! 🌼

Join us this Saturday for a warm summer evening with Iliana Rose, a powerhouse performer—pianist, singer, dancer, and co...
06/11/2026

Join us this Saturday for a warm summer evening with Iliana Rose, a powerhouse performer—pianist, singer, dancer, and composer—bringing her vibrant Cuban Jazz Trio to the farm. The music is irresistible, and the atmosphere is pure summer magic.

Bistro Betty's food truck serving globally inspired tapas featuring local produce and HNG Meats from 5-8pm. HNG will also be running a bar with local beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks.

We have picnic tables, benches, and patio seating available, but it can get busy—bring a folding chair or picnic blanket just in case.

Buy tickets online here:
https://tinyurl.com/ilianarosebarndance
RSVP: Barn Dance with Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Trio

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Music: 6–9 PM • Food: 5–8 PM
$12 per person, kids 5 and under free

Bring your friends, your dancing shoes, and your summer spirit. We can't wait to see you at the Barn Dance!

June grilling season is here!Whether you're planning backyard cookouts, weeknight dinners on the grill, or stocking the ...
06/09/2026

June grilling season is here!

Whether you're planning backyard cookouts, weeknight dinners on the grill, or stocking the freezer for summer gatherings, now's a great time to load up on your favorites.

For a limited time, our 100% grassfed Beef Hot Dogs and pasture raised Mild Italian Sausage, Hot Italian Sausage, and Bratwurst are all 25% off.

Made from 100% grassfed beef and pasture raised pork, these grilling favorites are crafted with simple ingredients, bold flavor, and meat raised without antibiotics or added hormones.

Shop the sale now and stock up for the summer: https://hickorynutgap.com/collections/hot-dogs-sausages

06/03/2026

Every day, America loses 2,000 acres of farmland.

As farmers reach retirement age and development pressures continue to grow, keeping farmland in agriculture is becoming increasingly challenging—especially here in North Carolina, one of the states most threatened by farmland loss.

At Hickory Nut Gap, we believe thriving farms are essential to a resilient food system. That's why we work with family farmers across the region, creating markets for regeneratively raised meat and helping ensure farmers are paid fairly for their work.

When farms are profitable, they're more likely to stay farms.

Every acre matters. Every farm matters.

What makes a great salami?It starts with great pork. Our salami is crafted from pasture raised pork raised on family far...
06/01/2026

What makes a great salami?

It starts with great pork.

Our salami is crafted from pasture raised pork raised on family farms, then slowly cured to concentrate the rich, savory flavor that makes salami such a timeless staple. Made with simple ingredients in small batches, each bite has a satisfying texture, a rich depth of flavor, and the kind of quality you can taste.

And because it's shelf stable, it's always ready when you need it. Keep one in the pantry for an impromptu gathering with friends, pack it for a picnic, or pair it with crusty bread and your favorite cheese for an easy summer meal.

You can find Hickory Nut Gap Salami at Whole Foods Market in the southeast, and other local shops around the Asheville area. Pick up a few varieties on your next shopping trip and taste the difference that starts on pasture.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to break down a whole chicken, make rich homemade bone broth, or get more confident co...
05/28/2026

Have you ever wanted to learn how to break down a whole chicken, make rich homemade bone broth, or get more confident cooking from scratch?

Join Butcher Josh at for a hands-on class all about making the most of a whole chicken—the foundation for an endless variety of meals, stocks, broths, and more.

Perfect for beginner butchers, home cooks, and homesteaders, this class will cover everything from breaking down whole birds into bone-in and boneless cuts to techniques like spatchcocking and trussing. You’ll also learn how to practice whole animal utilization by turning bones and scraps into nourishing broth packed with flavor.

Farmer Billy will also share about our Pasture Raised chicken program, regenerative farming practices, and how the way chickens are raised impacts the quality and nutrition of the meat.

What’s included:
• Hands-on instruction with Josh
• Regenerative farming discussion with Billy
• Your own cut glove and boning knife to take home
• Local charcuterie spread featuring HNG salumi + beverages
• Private after-hours shopping experience with a class discount
• A quart of pasture raised chicken bone broth
• Your fully butchered chicken, cut and wrapped to take home

Sunday, June 14th, 2026
6:00pm–8:30pm
$175

Learn more and sign up: https://shop.hickorynutgap.com/product/chicken-butchery-basics/1098

05/27/2026

Today was a tough day for many of our neighbors with flash flooding in areas still recovering from Helene. It brought back some hard feelings and memories.

At the same time, after weeks of dry weather, the rain was much needed at the farm. The pastures are soaking it in, the creeks are flowing, and the grass is thankful given our extreme drought.

Moments like this are a reminder that resilience matters. As weather patterns continue to shift and climates change, farming is no longer just about producing food, but how to adapt alongside the land.

Regenerative agriculture is part of that foundational change. By building healthier soil, increasing water retention, mitigating erosion, and strengthening natural ecosystems, farms can become more resilient through both drought and heavy rain. It’s long-term work, and it doesn’t happen overnight. At HNG, we believe healthy land is essential for healthy communities. These days that feels very real.

Wishing safety, strength, and recovery for everyone affected today.

Address

57 Sugar Hollow Road
Fairview, NC
28730

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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+18286281027

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