University of North Carolina-Charlotte

9201 University City Blvd

Charlotte, NC 28223

October 23, 2017

Carolina Plantation Rice

Post Office Box 505
Darlington, South Carolina 29532

Dear Public Relations Manager:

Hello, I am writing you today in reference to your Carolina Gold strain of rice. I am curious about the
current state of this strain which for many families in the south has a hereditary nostalgia. I would
like to ask about your production numbers and your large scale availability to help ascertain the
current situation of Carolina Gold. As you are the only provider of Carolina Gold on the East Coast,
you are the only reliable source of info and your cooperation would be greatly appreciated.

Production Numbers
To begin with, I would like to know how much Carolina Gold do you produce on average in a given
year? Since you are one of the few available sources of Carolina Gold, knowledge of your general
quantity gives me a more solid grasp of how much of this strain is produced yearly. This knowledge
would give a sense of comfort knowing whether or not this strain is at risk or simply small quantities.

Availability
My next question is how far from your business is the rice shipped? I understand that your rice is
only available via request or contract so there are no business locations to purchase from. To
reiterate where is the farthest you are willing to ship? By acquiring this info it would allow me
knowledge of the transportation networks used, as well as the largest possible spread for this rice.

Thank you for your time,

Justin Henry