Why is Hastings called the Potato Capital of Florida?

Hastings has long been the center of Florida's potato-growing region. The area's farms produce potatoes and other row crops, with the spring harvest a defining part of local life.

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Hastings, Florida

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Hastings calls itself the "Potato Capital of Florida." This small farming community in the county's northeast grows potatoes, cabbage, and other row crops, with the spring potato harvest still the rhythm of the town. It's rural, working-land Florida — quiet, close-knit, and proud of its agricultural roots.

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Businesses in Hastings

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9640 Guzman Ave, Hastings, FL

904-293-3126

Hastings FAQ

Why is Hastings called the Potato Capital of Florida?: Hastings has long been the center of Florida's potato-growing region. The area's farms produce potatoes and other row crops, with the spring harvest a defining part of local life.