A History of Innovation: How Hancock Peanut Company Became a Legacy Brand The story of Hancock Peanut Company is deeply rooted in American ingenuity and a lifelong passion for the peanut. It all began in 1944 with Robert Lafayette Hancock, Jr., a man whose skills and dedication shaped not only his own life but also the legacy of his family business. https://hancockpeanuts.com/product/peanut-serving-spoon/