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Cooks Farm

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Three years before he died in 1960, Claude Cook planted peach trees on some land near Trenton. The project first bore the South Carolina state fruit the year of his death, and Cook’s oldest son, Raymond, continued his father’s venture by farming his trees.

Cooks Farm

Andy Hunter of North Augusta, 2014 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent

In fact, the farm became a family business for the Cooks, who tended to the peach trees and sold the sunset-tinted fruits near the entrance to the orchard. However, as the peaches’ sweet reputation grew, the roadside stand needed more space. The business moved to the front of a nearby store once owned and operated by Claude.

Cooks Farm Peaches

Andy Hunter of North Augusta, 2014 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent

In 1995 a large shed was built, and strawberries were added to the inventory in 2000. Vegetables later were included, and now beneath the eaves of the produce stand wafts the unmistakable fragrance of fresh tomatoes, peaches, and berries.

Cooks Farm Trenton

Andy Hunter of North Augusta, 2014 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent

In 2010 the Cooks built a greenhouse and began selling plants along with their esteemed fruits and vegetables. Some argue that fresh produce is one of the best things to come out of South Carolina, and many defend that argument after stopping by Cooks Farm.

Cooks Farm Bottle Tree

Andy Hunter of North Augusta, 2014 © Do Not Use Without Written Consent

Plan Your Trip: Cooks Farm

Where is Cooks Farm located?
Address: 1236 Augusta Road, Trenton, SC 29847
GPS Coordinates: 33.745486,-81.871801
What else should I see?
Episcopal Church of Our Savior 2.5 miles
Trenton Methodist Church 2.9 miles
Ebenezer Baptist Church 3.7 miles
Slade Lake 5.9 miles
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    1. Frank Black says

      October 11, 2019 at 2:51 PM

      The original Cook Farm was on Highway 19 between farmhouse and Aiken … across the highway was my grandparents farm way off the highway east. Would like to know if the house is still there – the James Black Farm from the 50s. Haven’t been there since 1980. I am the grandson of James and Sally Black. My name is Gilbert F. Black, Jr. in Clinton, Ill. fblack55@gmail.com

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    2. Dianne Glass says

      July 5, 2018 at 3:50 PM

      Cook’s Always has great veggies and fruit. I ship their wonderful peaches to my relatives out of state, every year, from these nice folks!

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    3. Anna Michaelis says

      July 20, 2017 at 9:44 PM

      Am hoping to ship some peaches to relatives in Chicago. If I come there, can you help? Wanting real South Carolina peaches as he and I both know they are the best! Can this be done in this difficult peach year? Please advise. Thanks for the help.

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      • SCIWAY says

        July 21, 2017 at 2:22 PM

        That’s awfully nice of you to send a relative these delicious peaches! We are not directly affiliated with Cooks Farm but we did find the contact number for you so you can get in touch directly with them. The number is (803)-275-2970. Hope this helps!

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    4. Rose Hayes says

      June 4, 2016 at 5:06 PM

      Can't wait to start hauling baskets of the peaches home!

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    5. Florence Ann Story says

      August 15, 2015 at 2:30 PM

      Cook's has the most delicious Big Red peaches and very good prices. We'll return this fall for sweet potatoes.

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    6. Jack Cook says

      February 24, 2015 at 4:28 PM

      Love that place, my home.

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