Gary and Teresa Wise, along with Gary’s parents, William and Helen, own and operate Wise Farms in Mount Olive, North Carolina. The original farming operation, which was founded by Gary’s grandfather, dates back to the 1930s. After teaching for three years in Wayne County, Gary decided to take over full-time operations with the family farm. Gary’s wife, Teresa continues to teach.

Gary originally drove an hour every day to sell his products at the NC State Farmers Market. His parents now sell his produce at the market so he can farm and prepare orders for grocery stores and wholesale customers. Farming about 150 acres, Gary is able to plant unique crops such as baby bok choy, as well as traditional produce crops.