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Discover the Flavor of Fall: Chestnut Recipes That Belong in Your Kitchen
Delightful Yogurt Bark Recipes with Chestnuts As the air turns crisp and the scent of woodsmoke drifts through the trees, it’s time to welcome a seasonal favorite back to the table—chestnuts. While roasted chestnuts may conjure images of open fires and holiday carols, there’s far more to these sweet, earthy nuts than nostalgia. In this…
Read MoreInvesting in Legacy: Joel Hubbard on Chestnut Orchards and Building Balanced Portfolios
In the latest episode of Branching Out: Growing Together, I had the pleasure of speaking with Joel Hubbard—a highly respected CPA, registered investment advisor, and founder of Executive Money Managers. But he’s also the passionate grower behind Georgia Chestnuts, LLC. Together, we explored how smart financial planning and agricultural investments can go hand-in-hand. From balanced…
Read MoreUnlocking the Secrets of Chestnut Cultivation with James “Mike” Nave
In the latest episode of the Branching Out: Growing Together podcast, I sat down with James “Mike” Nave — a respected expert with decades of experience in chestnut cultivation. From soil health to hybridization, and from East Coast to West Coast growing methods, Mike shared insights that every chestnut grower can use to improve chestnut…
Read MoreChestnut Experimentation: Exploring Tissue Culture with Craig Clark
Is tissue culture the future of chestnut propagation?Branching Out: Growing Together guest Craig Clark, owner of West Coast Chestnut, believes so—and he’s spent five years proving it. 🎧 Watch the full episode here In this episode, Craig shares how his journey from hazelnuts to chestnuts led to breakthroughs in using tissue culture to grow chestnut…
Read MoreUncovering The Nutritional Value of Chestnuts with Landon Evans
As we sat down with Landon Evans of Texas Chestnuts, our conversation kept circling a simple truth: chestnut nutrition benefits are real, practical, and ready for everyday kitchens. Landon blends hands‑on farm life with a professional background in exercise physiology and nutrition. The result is a grounded, hopeful look at how chestnuts can support health,…
Read MoreWho Is Planting Chestnut Trees in the U.S.?
Meet the Farmers, Dreamers, and Nature-Lovers Growing the Future At United Chestnuts, we’re often asked: “Who is planting chestnut trees in the United States?” The answer? All kinds of people—from farmers and homesteaders to couples building a new future and wildlife enthusiasts looking to steward their land. In this post, we’ll introduce you to just…
Read MoreBeing a Disruptor Is Hard—But Worth It
Why Innovation, Grit, and Chestnuts Go Hand-in-Hand In my day job, I’m known as an innovator and disruptor for a Berkshire Hathaway company. I challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and look for better ways to do business—because growth requires disruption. This week, a colleague and friend, Shannon, sent me a message her family keeps…
Read MoreIs Chestnut Milk the New Almond Milk? (And What About Pecan Milk?)
Almond milk changed the game. In June 2022, U.S. almond milk sales topped $1.3B, far ahead of oat milk at $528M. Consumers proved they’re open to plant‑based options. That shift created room for new disruptors—like chestnut milk. Statista+1 Disruption 101: Why Almond Milk Mattered A disruptor challenges the status quo. Almond milk did exactly that—moving…
Read MoreBuzz Ferver Joins Branching Out: Chestnut Breeding Experimentation Guru
As Buzz Ferver, guest on the Branching Out Podcast, says, “The dream is to have a blight-resistant chestnut that thrives in Vermont’s climate.” This dream is becoming a reality, and you can be part of it with a little effort! If you dream of harvesting delicious chestnuts from your own backyard, this guide will equip you with…
Read MoreA Chat with Bob Stehli, a Chestnut Pioneer!
We are excited to share the latest episode of the Branching Out podcast with you all. This time, I spoke with Bob Stehli, a true chestnut guru. Bob’s been in the chestnut farming business for years and has a wealth of knowledge to offer. We talked about everything from starting a chestnut farm to the…
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