Peanut butter in high demand as prices soar Timothy Martin December 1, 2011 1 min 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] About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Uranium motherlode 50 miles from Roanoke — and health concerns hereNext: Franchised urgent medical care comes to the valley Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025