Legacy Business Brings New Economic Life to Covington County

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9 Jul 2026

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For nearly 80 years, Conecuh Sausage in Evergreen, AL, has created high-quality pork products using the Sessions family recipes. Today, the operation has expanded into Covington County with a new $58 million facility.

Family Tradition Meets Technological Progress at Conecuh Sausage

The Conecuh Sausage facility in Andalusia features updated technology to expand and improve upon previous operations. The new facility encompasses a 76-acre campus that can process and ship the Sessions family’s signature sausage products across the US and to several military bases worldwide.

Covington County Economic Development Commission is dedicated to making success stories like Conecuh Sausage a reality for business owners in Alabama and beyond. Contact us today to learn more about business opportunities in Covington County.

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