Premium Peanut, established in 2014, is the largest peanut shelling facility in the United States, located in Douglas, Georgia. The company operates as a farmer-owned cooperative, processing and distributing peanuts for both domestic and international markets. The facility has a shelling capacity of approximately 300,000 tons of peanuts annually, making it a significant player in the global peanut industry. The company’s state-of-the-art facility incorporates advanced technology for cleaning, shelling, sorting, and grading peanuts. Premium Peanut serves various market segments, including food manufacturers, confectionery companies, and peanut butter producers. The organization maintains strict quality control standards and holds multiple food safety certifications. In 2021, Premium Peanut expanded its operations by opening a peanut oil mill, becoming the largest peanut oil supplier in the United States. This vertical integration allows the company to process peanuts into both edible nuts and oil products. The facility can produce over 110 million pounds of peanut oil annually. The company works with approximately 200 member-farmers across Georgia and Florida, who collectively own the cooperative. Premium Peanut has established itself as a major exporter of U.S. peanuts, shipping to markets in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.