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Yonnie3

(19,639 posts)
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 01:16 AM 18 hrs ago

Mt. Olive Pickle Co. exits Great American State Fair over Confederate flag

by: Pel Law
Posted: Jun 29, 2026 / 01:48 PM EDT
Updated: Jun 30, 2026 / 07:01 AM EDT

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Mt. Olive Pickle Company has withdrawn from the Great American State Fair in Washington D.C. after a Confederate flag was included in an exhibit.

The company told WNCT they were invited to participate in the North Carolina exhibit:

“Mt. Olive Pickle Company was invited to participate in the North Carolina exhibit for the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., as part of America’s 250th celebration. We are proud of our North Carolina roots, and we agreed to be a part of an exhibit, as presented to us, that would represent the best of our great state.“

---snip---

Mt. Olive Pickle Co. said, “we were unaware that an image of the Confederate flag was included in a video as part of this exhibit, and we have withdrawn our participation. Our company stands on values of human dignity, opportunity, and freedom.”


from WNCT TV

https://www.wnct.com/news/mt-olive-pickle-co-exits-great-american-state-fair-over-confederate-flag/
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Mt. Olive Pickle Co. exits Great American State Fair over Confederate flag (Original Post) Yonnie3 18 hrs ago OP
Guess I'll keep buying those pickles. Haggard Celine 18 hrs ago #1
We just quartered up the last few pickles from a gallon jar of Mt. Olive dills. Prof. Toru Tanaka 17 hrs ago #5
Me too! Haggard Celine 16 hrs ago #8
Been craving their Majestic smoky BBQ bread and butter pickles. GoCubsGo 11 hrs ago #14
Checking to see what's in my fridge BaronChocula 1 hr ago #41
We need more companies like Mt. Olive Pickle Co. to take a similar stand MIButterfly 17 hrs ago #2
And, in my opinion, they're the best out there! W_HAMILTON 16 hrs ago #10
That's great news, and I can keep my several jars of Mt Olive pickles. Which are quite tasty! RedWhiteBlueIsRacist 17 hrs ago #3
I have always liked Mt. Olive pickles. Now even more! niyad 17 hrs ago #4
So I'll ask LilElf70 17 hrs ago #6
probably the shitstain dave99 16 hrs ago #7
Probably some Republican conressman from NC. Ritabert 4 hrs ago #27
The booth was run by private people, not the state of NC obamanut2012 4 hrs ago #33
WTF Skittles 16 hrs ago #9
We're still fighting the Civil War. The racism and schism remains. Evolve Dammit 5 hrs ago #25
yup Skittles 5 hrs ago #26
Good job Stacey Grove 15 hrs ago #11
They have some special reduced sodium products! Tanuki 11 hrs ago #18
We get their sugar free sweet gherkins. deurbano 4 hrs ago #34
Got a sudden craving for pickles. Girard442 12 hrs ago #12
Great news malaise 12 hrs ago #13
Mt Olive Pickle is in Wayne County about 50 mi east of Raleigh Jersey Devil 11 hrs ago #16
I learn new stuff daily malaise 11 hrs ago #17
Mark your calendars, folks! Tanuki 2 hrs ago #38
Good! I love their products and always buy them. Vinca 11 hrs ago #15
Mrs. Bird loves their Bread and Butter pickles lonely bird 9 hrs ago #19
They were unaware a confederate flag was part of their video? travelingthrulife 9 hrs ago #20
It doesn't appear to be their (MT. Olive's) video. Yonnie3 8 hrs ago #22
There were several displays by NC companies. They probably didn't know it was in the room. Ritabert 4 hrs ago #28
This is a brand that I'm unfamiliar with, but I'll look for them in Pittsburgh FakeNoose 8 hrs ago #21
They're very good. Ritabert 4 hrs ago #29
I wonder if their latest move was because of the expected hit to their business and whether they signed up for it withou Wonder Why 7 hrs ago #23
I don't think they had any idea some other NC company put that up. Ritabert 4 hrs ago #31
I don't know how much they paid but I'll bet it was enough that Due Diligence was in order. I stand by my comments. Wonder Why 3 hrs ago #36
The state declined to participate KT2000 1 hr ago #40
That's how it's done. And I do buy their pickles sometimes. Maybe exclusively now! Evolve Dammit 5 hrs ago #24
Love their pickles and now I can continue to buy them. Ritabert 4 hrs ago #30
Great to hear that Mysterian 4 hrs ago #32
My new favorite pickle brand! abbeyco 3 hrs ago #35
Most pickles are made in India now KT2000 3 hrs ago #37
Didn't know that. Thanks Raven123 2 hrs ago #39
I'm pleased to have a jar of Mt Olive Pickles in my fridge. TexLaProgressive 1 hr ago #42
Pickle Power... ultralite001 1 hr ago #43
But, but... czarjak 36 min ago #44

Prof. Toru Tanaka

(2,991 posts)
5. We just quartered up the last few pickles from a gallon jar of Mt. Olive dills.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 02:10 AM
17 hrs ago

Mt. Olive makes good pickles and they are cheaper than Vlasic’s. They are celebrating their 100th year as a company and I am glad to see they are taking a positive stand on this issue.

Haggard Celine

(18,029 posts)
8. Me too!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 02:39 AM
16 hrs ago

It's always nice to see a company you support doing the right thing. So often it's not the case.

GoCubsGo

(35,089 posts)
14. Been craving their Majestic smoky BBQ bread and butter pickles.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:34 AM
11 hrs ago

They just got added to my shopping list!

MIButterfly

(3,535 posts)
2. We need more companies like Mt. Olive Pickle Co. to take a similar stand
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 01:37 AM
17 hrs ago

Are they a national company? Because I sure would give them my business.

ETA: I looked them up and they're at Kroger and Meijer so a jar of their pickles will be on my next shopping list.

W_HAMILTON

(10,497 posts)
10. And, in my opinion, they're the best out there!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 03:05 AM
16 hrs ago

Very tart and vinegary -- just how I like 'em!

I tried Grillo's since so many people had been talking them up lately, but was quite disappointed...

LilElf70

(1,730 posts)
6. So I'll ask
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 02:18 AM
17 hrs ago

Who was responsible for the display of the confederate flag?

Maybe I missed it.

Skittles

(173,693 posts)
9. WTF
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 02:39 AM
16 hrs ago

the fascist GOP wants to eliminate any references to SLAVERY because it "makes America look bad", but they want to display that POS flag at the "GREAT AMERICAN STATE FAIR" ?????

THAT IS SOME SERIOUSLY FUCKED UP SHYTE RIGHT THERE

Stacey Grove

(171 posts)
11. Good job
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 03:47 AM
15 hrs ago

Wish I wasn't watching my sodium intake, otherwise, I'd buy some Mt. Olive pickles.

Tanuki

(16,581 posts)
18. They have some special reduced sodium products!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 08:08 AM
11 hrs ago
https://www.mtolivepickles.com/our-pickle-products/reduced-sodium-pickles/



"Enjoying our popular pickles here at Mount Olive Pickle Company Does not mean that you have to feel guilty about it afterward. Our wide variety also accommodates those who are looking to stay health-conscious, Which is why we offer our reduced-sodium pickles in our lineup of delicious pickles. We know that some people have to watch how much sodium they have in their diet, and we believe that watching your sodium intake should mean sacrificing a refreshing and delicious snack.

Reduced-Sodium Pickles for Any Occasion

Mount Olive Pickle Company is proud to offer reduced-sodium pickles In our popular pickle spear fashion, as well as sweet pickle relish. Each of these products offers a delightful hint of sodium without any of the worries that come from regular sodium pickles. Just like the rest of our pickles, our low-sodium pickles are pasteurized to the precise temperature necessary and then quickly cooled to give them a strong shelf life so you can enjoy the first bite out of a jar just as much as the last bite.

How Will Our Pickles Enhance Your Next Meal

We believe our pickles are the perfect way to punch off any meal into a five-star banquet, and watching your sodium shouldn’t keep you from enjoying the pickles that we put our love and care into making. Because our reduced-sodium pickles taste just as great as any other pickle, we offer you can seamlessly substitute the reduced-sodium pickles into any of our favorite Mount Olive Pickle recipes. Whether you were looking to add a bit of crunch to your next charcuterie board or you want to zest up your burger sauce with a bit of relish, You can keep your favorite pickles in your meals while still watching your sodium."

malaise

(299,801 posts)
13. Great news
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:15 AM
12 hrs ago

Nice decision for their 100th anniversary

Back in 1926, local business leaders established the Mt. Olive Pickle Company to create a new market for area farmers. They chose to name it for their small hometown of Mount Olive, located in rural Eastern North Carolina. Today, nearly 100 years later, Mt. Olive is the #1 best-selling brand of pickles, peppers and relishes in the U.S.

https://www.mtolivepickles.com/

Jersey Devil

(10,881 posts)
16. Mt Olive Pickle is in Wayne County about 50 mi east of Raleigh
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 07:54 AM
11 hrs ago

and near Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro. Every year they host the North Carolina Pickle Festival in Mt Olive, which is a great deal of fun and is well attended, so they know a thing or two about what should or shouldn't be in a state fair.

lonely bird

(3,131 posts)
19. Mrs. Bird loves their Bread and Butter pickles
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 09:34 AM
9 hrs ago

Their address is at the corner of Cucumber and Vine.

Yonnie3

(19,639 posts)
22. It doesn't appear to be their (MT. Olive's) video.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 10:49 AM
8 hrs ago

It was likely one of the other sponsor's slide show. I've read several news stories and the sponsor who made the slide show wasn't named, but I saw a Helo logo displayed on the same screen in one news story.

"Three businesses — SPEVCO, Richard Childress Racing, and Operation Helo — have stepped up to be the primary sponsors of the North Carolina pavilion" from https://www.carolinajournal.com/sponsors-step-up-as-nc-officially-sits-out-america-250-fair/

FakeNoose

(43,143 posts)
21. This is a brand that I'm unfamiliar with, but I'll look for them in Pittsburgh
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 10:30 AM
8 hrs ago

I always try to support the companies that make a difference.
Thank you Mt. Olive Pickle Co., and Happy 100th Birthday!

Wonder Why

(7,429 posts)
23. I wonder if their latest move was because of the expected hit to their business and whether they signed up for it withou
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 11:55 AM
7 hrs ago

bothering to check what they were doing - or some execs didn't care enough about who they were dealing with.

Unil I read more about how they got into this mess in the first place, I think I'll stick with Claussen when I buy pickles.

Ritabert

(2,853 posts)
31. I don't think they had any idea some other NC company put that up.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 02:33 PM
4 hrs ago

Once they saw reports from social media they withdrew.

Wonder Why

(7,429 posts)
36. I don't know how much they paid but I'll bet it was enough that Due Diligence was in order. I stand by my comments.
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 03:44 PM
3 hrs ago

KT2000

(22,282 posts)
40. The state declined to participate
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 05:53 PM
1 hr ago

due to costs so the businesses in the state contributed to a booth promoting North Carolina businesses. That was when they saw a video showing the confederate flag.

Mt. Olive and Claussen are of the very few pickles not made in India now.

abbeyco

(1,583 posts)
35. My new favorite pickle brand!
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 03:38 PM
3 hrs ago

Time to put this family’s pickle love behind a brand that stands on decency & principles.

KT2000

(22,282 posts)
37. Most pickles are made in India now
Wed Jul 1, 2026, 03:45 PM
3 hrs ago

But not Mt. Olive. They are one of the few besides gourmet brands that are made in the US.

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