Fresh from the field — no backyard cookout is complete without NC sweet corn.
About This Crop
Sweet corn holds a special place in North Carolina's agricultural heritage and summer culture. NC farmers grow it from the coast to the mountains, and the state's long warm growing season allows for multiple plantings that extend the fresh corn season from late spring through early fall. The secret of locally grown NC sweet corn is simple: corn begins converting its sugars to starch the moment it is picked. Corn from a local farm stand — harvested that morning — simply cannot be matched by corn that has traveled hundreds of miles to a grocery shelf.
Why It's Good For You
Corn is an excellent source of insoluble fiber that promotes healthy digestion and regular bowel movements.
Lutein and zeaxanthin accumulate in the retina and help protect against age-related macular degeneration.
Complex carbohydrates provide steady energy — it is a staple food of athletes for good reason.
Fiber, folate, and Vitamin C in corn work together to lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation that harms the heart.
Key Nutrients
Per typical serving — % values are approximate Daily Values.
Common Questions