Peanut butter in high demand as prices soar Timothy Martin December 1, 2011 1 minute read The peanut crop in Texas and Georgia took a hit this year and peanut butter prices are on the rise as a result. WFIR’s Timothy Martin says one local food bank is already feeling the effects. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Peanut-Butter-Rise-Wrap-2-WEB.mp3|titles=Peanut Butter Rise Wrap 2-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Uranium motherlode 50 miles from Roanoke — and health concerns hereNext: Franchised urgent medical care comes to the valley Related Stories Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026 Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026