Fellowship, family, football and... Catfish? Yep! We're talking about Thanksgiving, that most classic of American holidays.

August is National Catfish Month which means now is the perfect time to enjoy Simmons Farm Raised Catfish (as if you need an excuse)! Simmons has been producing the highest quality products and making taste buds happy for over 40 years. The innovation and hard work of farms like ours are some of the reasons that President Ronald Reagan and the Congress named August as National Catfish Month way back in 1984. We believe our dedication and service is reflected in the superb tas

As many of our readers know, we’re in a the midst of the special season in the Christian church calendar known as Lent. During the weeks before Easter, many Christians choose to give up a luxury or indulgence in order to grow nearer to God. During the season, many worshipers observe a tradition of abstaining from eating red meat on Fridays. Some observers forgo red meat throughout the entire season. Figuring out ways to diversify your meals when you can’t have meat for Lent c

The holidays are a time for family, fellowship, and reflection. That’s especially true for the Simmons Catfish family in Yazoo City, Mississippi. Over the years, Simmons has been blessed to have many dedicated and professional employees call Simmons Catfish home. Many on our team have been with us for decades, and we appreciate every one of our employees. It’s no exaggeration to say we’re a true family at Simmons Catfish. We know our team’s commitment to service shows through

FOOTBALL’S BACK! It’s football season and that means it’s time to get fired up about tailgating! Whether you’re heading to The Grove or pulling out the Cowbells or setting sail in the Vol Navy, you know tailgating is serious business – especially in the SEC! On campus with your tricked-out tailgating rig or at the stadium with your portable grill, legendary tailgating is a snap when you add Simmons Farm Raised Catfish to the mix! We have a couple of tailgate recipes specially

AUGUST IS NATIONAL CATFISH MONTH! To honor the hard work and innovation of America’s Catfish farmers, and the incredible positive impact of the farm-raised catfish industry, President Ronald Reagan declared August as National Catfish Month in 1984. Americans, particularly those in our neck of the woods, have plenty of reasons to celebrate. Every component of the farm-raised catfish industry returns economic benefits to our local communities. The fingerlings are hatched locall

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! TIME TO CELEBRATE! Time to don your stars and stripes, fire up the grill and pledge your allegiance to America AND good food! Burgers, dawgs and BBQ are great, but if you want to break the mold, impress your friends and family, and show off your entertaining expertise, then add Simmons Farm Raised Catfish to your Fourth of July party fare. Try these recipes and get ready to make your summer party unforgettable. Declare your independence from the usual

When it comes to fish fillets, there’s little doubt that U.S. farm raised catfish is among the best in the world. Simmons Farm Raised Catfish is no exception. Our family farm produces the freshest, healthiest and (in our opinion) most delicious fish around, grown and processed with the highest standards. Simmons catfish is of such amazing quality you might wonder, “can a catfish fillet get any better?” We’re glad you asked. The fact is when it comes to catfish, there’s one fi

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As the season of Lent is upon us, millions of Americans will be looking for new ways to include fish in their diet. Lent is a religious tradition observed during the 40 days before Easter. During this time, many Christians choose to refrain from eating red meat on Fridays. Some observers choose to abstain throughout the entire season. Simmons Farm Raised Catfish is an ideal and healthy alternative to red meat that the entire family will enjoy during this time of reflection an

The Super Bowl is just around the corner, and people all over are gearing up for the big get-together with friends and family. Super Sunday means awesome food and drinks, hilarious commercials, and (hopefully) a great game!  As you might imagine, catfish appetizers are a Super Bowl tradition around these parts. They are easy to prepare and always impress our crowd of fans. In the spirit of big game day food, here are recipes that are sure to score big at your Super Bowl party

As a donor for The Southern Foodways Alliance, Simmons Catfish was able to be a part of their annual symposium this year held in Oxford, Mississippi. It was a food filled weekend complete with Simmons catfish, fried chicken, enlightening talks, and foodie fellowship led by John T. Edge and his amazing staff. Here are some shots from the event: The weekend started Friday morning at The Lyric Theatre on the square with a Toasted Pound Cake breakfast then everyone was greeted by

Driving down 49 in Florence, MS, you might think it's a little ironic to pass an igloo given the climate of this area. People come from miles around to get the "All You Can Eat" platters of fried catfish at Jerry's Catfish House and never think twice about the crazy shape of their beloved, dome-shaped food heaven. This beautiful Mississippi sunset photo shows Jerry's at his finest. Upon entering the massive igloo, you find a truly diverse crowd of whisker loving fans. The atm

Simmons Catfish has been featured at several events celebrating "National Catfish Month".  Here are recaps of these delicious events. August 14 - Little Savannah, Birmingham, Alabama Little Savannah is a charming restaurant owned by Cliff and Maureen Holt that has quickly become one of my favorite spots.  I met Maureen with friends several months back and she invited Simmons Catfish to participate in their "Farm Table Series" this summer.  Here is the menu which was served fa

Walking through the offices and processing plant here at Simmons, you might notice awards lining the walls throughout the business.  This is a special  recognition given to honored employees for valued years of service to Simmons Catfish.  For example, Anna Jones Lamdarrass received a special plaque on the fillet floor titled "Anna's Fillet Parlor" for 20 years at Simmons.  She is working on her 26th year as we speak and continues to take special pride in her work everyday. J